UBC Blusson Quantum Matter Institute

📣 We just released our 2023 Annual Report, and it's packed with exciting highlights! The year 2023 marked a pivotal period of strategic transformation for @ubcquantumscience . We realized our founding vision by completing the establishment of a fully operational and purpose-built quantum materials research infrastructure, bringing together twenty-five groups of physicists, chemists, and engineers in synergistic collaboration. We invite you to read on and learn more about UBC Blusson QMI's accomplishments in 2023—we hope you enjoy our stories! View the report at the link in bio. #quantum #research #materials #innovation #tech #quantumBC #quantumCanada

We were honoured to host BC Premier David Eby @davidebybc on a tour of UBC’s Blusson Quantum Matter Institute @ubcquantumscience . Premier Eby visited Blusson QMI’s state-of-the-art facilities and heard about the Institute’s world-leading research, training, and technology development programs. At Blusson QMI, we foster the discovery, understanding, and control of quantum materials and related novel materials and devices while training the professionals who will translate this intellectual capital into economic benefits for Canada and transfer the discoveries to industry to create next-generation technologies. Image (left to right): Andrea Damascelli, Scientific Director, Blusson QMI; Pinder Dosanjh, Operations Manager, Blusson QMI; Premier David Eby, BC Government; Gail Murphy, Vice-President Research & Innovations, UBC; Meigan Aronson, Dean of Science, UBC.

At UBC's Blusson QMI, our research unravels and exploits the complex phenomena that emerge in novel engineered materials. Our programs convene theorists and experimentalists across disciplines in ambitious, collaborative projects that capture our imagination, channel our unique expertise and deliver on Canada's National Quantum Strategy. 👉 Partner with us: https://lnkd.in/ghYje9HA #quantum #research #science #training #QuantumCanada

[May 9] Ever seen a puck levitate? 👀 Come visit us @ubcquantumscience this Saturday as part of #ScienceRendezvous for a free, all-ages day of lab tours and quantum demos! 🗓️ Saturday, May 9 | 10 AM–3 PM
 📍 2355 East Mall, UBC Vancouver
 🎟️ Free + all ages Bring your curiosity, questions, and future scientists! #ScienceRendezvous #UBCScience #QuantumScience #QuantumMaterials #Quantum #STEM

☀️ Step into Quantum at UBC VSP ⚛️ Curious about quantum but not sure where to start? This brand-new summer program invites you to explore the world of quantum in a way that’s engaging, approachable, and connected to real life 💡 Offered by the Stewart Blusson Quantum Matter Institute at UBC, Step into Quantum 📚, takes you from foundations → real-world applications → future possibilities—all while helping you discover how quantum might connect to your academic or career path ✨ Here’s what you can expect: 🔬 Build a strong understanding of quantum mechanics 🧪 Learn through a mix of lectures + hands-on, project-based work 💻 Explore quantum technologies like computing and advanced materials 🌍 See how quantum connects across industries and global innovation 🧠 Discover the hidden quantum behind everyday phenomena 🤝 Connect with like-minded, future-focused peers And beyond the classroom? 🌆 Spend your summer at UBC while experiencing Vancouver at its best ☀️ 💡 Designed to demystify quantum, spark curiosity, and support the next generation of innovators—this is your chance to step into what’s next Apply by May 8 2026 to join in! 🔬🥼 #ubc #quantumscience #STEMEducation #STEM #studyabroad

VSP Stewart Blusson Quantum Matter Institute Package ❤️🔬 Meet Ella Meyer, the VSP Program Coordinator for the Stewart Blusson Quantum Matter Institute! Learn about what makes VSP QMI special, what fun activities QMI students can expect, and advice for incoming students! 🥼📚 Apply by May 8 to join VSP 2026 😍☀️

We had the pleasure of welcoming a delegation from the Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique @cnrs to @ubcquantumscience today! Hosted by Sarah Burke, Paola Baca, and Pinder Dosanjh, the group toured our labs and connected with researchers including Josh Folk, Alireza Nojeh, and Alannah Hallas. From quantum materials by design to electron microscopy and quantum devices, the conversations highlighted exciting opportunities for collaboration. #quantum #materials #devices #research #science #PhD #collaboration

"All my research over the past 30 years has been building toward 2e-ARPES, where we aim to detect, for the first time, two connected electrons at once and capture how they interact as a pair,” says Andrea Damascelli, an Investigator @ubcquantumscience and professor @ubcphas @ubcscience . Damascelli was named a 2026 Guggenheim Fellow, read more about the project he will focus on during his fellowship via the link in our bio or here: /34h7tjky Image by the legendary @paulie_photos #guggfellows2026

Happy World Quantum Day 🇨🇦 Hunter here from @ubcquantumscience ! I’ve been hangin’ out at QMI for a while now, which in quantum terms, is both a long time and no time at all. In that span, I’ve observed the field expand: more researchers, more ideas, and significantly more whiteboards filled with equations. QMI has grown along with the field, which of course means there are potentially more treats around the place for me. I conduct regular rounds for pets and observational check-ins: a small but meaningful contribution to the day-to-day operations [snack drawers are also monitored]. All this to say: I’m very proud of my friends in the QMI community, especially our students. Thank you for your drive, curiosity, and commitment to the field. This World Quantum Day, we celebrate you! P.S. If anyone can explain entanglement to me in terms of treats, I’m listening. – Hunter #worldquantumday #quantum2026 #quantum #science #students #quantumBC

Today is #GivingDay @universityofbc , and every gift made before midnight (PT) helps shape the future for students, researchers and communities on and off campus. At @ubcquantumscience , our Quantum Pathways Program is enabling access to quantum research for undergraduate students from backgrounds underrepresented in the physical sciences. Your gift will fund scholarships that allow Quantum Pathways students to focus on research, build skills and take full advantage of transformative learning opportunities. Thank you for supporting our Quantum Pathways community! Make your Giving Day gift to the Quantum Pathways Fund at the link in bio or here: /yzhev4vu

Congratulations to @ellajeaan for being recognized by @unesco as part of The Quantum 100. Ella Meyer is an advocate for a quantum education that is inclusive, engaging, and accessible. In her outreach roles at @universityofbc , Ella creates opportunities for more learners to engage with quantum technologies, developing programs that make quantum learning accessible to students, teachers, and underrepresented communities. Thank you to Ella for demonstrating how education and mentorship can have a massive impact on cultivating the next generation of quantum professionals. Learn more via our link in bio.

Congratulations to @ellajeaan for being recognized by @unesco as part of The Quantum 100. Ella Meyer is an advocate for a quantum education that is inclusive, engaging, and accessible. In her outreach roles at @universityofbc , Ella creates opportunities for more learners to engage with quantum technologies, developing programs that make quantum learning accessible to students, teachers, and underrepresented communities. Thank you to Ella for demonstrating how education and mentorship can have a massive impact on cultivating the next generation of quantum professionals. ❤️ Learn more via our link in bio.