Welcome to the website for Quantum Connect, a travel grant opportunity funded through NSF’s ExpandQISE program! If you are interested in more details, please read below. Further information can be obtained by contacting Prof. Kolodrubetz (mkolodru@utdallas.edu) or Prof. Henderson (rmh072000@utdallas.edu).
About Quantum Connect
Students will be selected and awarded a grant to attend the IEEE Quantum conference in Albuquerque, NM from September 2-4, 2025. During the conference, students will (1) attend selected high-level talks and tutorials; (2) participate in social and career development activities aimed at students, including a career fair; and (3) interact with members of the quantum industrial workforce.
Quantum Connect participants will share their with a “Through My Eyes” multimedia presentation at the program wrap-up meeting, to be held after the conference.
Eligibility
Undergraduate junior or senior level students, first year graduate students, or other students with experience or interest in STEM fields, including engineering, computer science, physics, math, etc. Candidates must be at least 18 years old as of September 1, 2025. Members of under-represented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. There are no citizenship requirements.
How to apply
Please go to https://utdallas.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eD7b0rqtNBipdVc to apply. The application deadline is July 25, 2025. The application includes
1) An unofficial transcript
2) A 0.5-1 page written statement explaining your career goals, why you are a good candidate for being selected by the Quantum Connect program, and how the program will benefit your future
3) Contact information for a faculty reference. Faculty will be asked to fill out a very short (~1 minute) survey supporting your interest in quantum science and engineering.
Completed applications will be reviewed after the deadline and acceptances will be sent as soon as possible after review.