Nordic Quantum Meeting 2026

Atlantic/Reykjavik
V102 (Reykjavík University)

V102

Reykjavík University

Reykjavík University, Menntavegur 1 IS-102, Iceland
Andrei Manolescu (Reykjavík University), Ariadna Soro (NORDITA), Lárus Thorlacius (University of Iceland), Sigurður I. Erlingsson (Reykjavík University)
Description

Venue


Reykjavík University (room V102), Menntavegur 1 IS-102, Iceland.

Recommendations for those arriving directly from Keflavík airport:

  • Regular buses connect KEF airport to the main bus terminal in Reykjavík (called BSÍ) – the largest bus company is flybus.is, the trip takes 45 min, and tickets can be booked online. From BSÍ, one can reach the university by foot (25min) or by a local bus (10min).
  • Taxis are also available from KEF aiport. They are more expensive, but may be convenient for small groups of people. They can also be booked online.  

 

Scope


Nordic Quantum is a collaborative academic network dedicated to making the Nordics a global hub for quantum research, technology, and education. We connect researchers, students, and institutions across the Nordic countries (Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Iceland), building a unified quantum ecosystem with 100+ events a year, 200+ courses, and 100+ open positions at any given time.

 

In this annual meeting, we will get to know the research and education activities that shape the quantum ecosystem in Iceland – from the Nanotechnology and Materials Science Centre at the University of Iceland, to the Nanophysics Center at Reykjavík University, to the Quantum Simulation and Data Science Lab in IHPC. Moreover, we will discuss how to better collaborate within the Nordic Quantum ecosystem, in terms of master’s and PhD education, conferences and events, talent retention, and ties between academia and industry. We will feature a session about the newly EU-funded project “European Quantum Academy”, in which Nordic Quantum will take the role of coordinating the activities in the Nordic region.

 

This meeting is open for registration to anyone who would like to be more involved in shaping the Nordic Quantum ecosystem. There is no registration fee, but everyone should cover their costs for accommodation and travel to the venue. Registration deadline: 8 May 2026.

 

Schedule


Wednesday 3rd June, starting at 9h-10h

  • Scientific talks

  • Overview of the quantum ecosystem in Iceland

  • Lab tour at RU

  • Workshop dinner

 

Thursday 4th June: 

  • Research/policy/education updates from Finland, Sweden, Denmark, and Norway
  • European Quantum Academy

  • Nordic collaboration talks and discussions
    • A year into Nordic Quantum coordination
    • Access to Nordic quantum computers
    • Are the quantum events in the Nordics serving us?

 

Friday 5th June, ending at lunch:

  • Lab tours at HI 

  • Extra discussion time, if needed

  • For those that want to fly back on the same Friday, we will not fill the afternoon with program activities. For those that are staying the weekend, and if the weather forecast is favorable, we will organize a short evening hike.

 

Accommodation


We have 30 superior rooms prebooked at Hotel Reykjavík Natura 2-5 June (3 nights), as well as a few rooms with extra nights. The price is 35.900 ISK per room/night for one person (ca 2721 SEK = 2790 NOK = 1857 DKK = 249 EUR) or 40.100 ISK per room/night for two people (ca 3032 SEK = 3113 NOK = 2075 DKK = 278 EUR). Breakfast is included in the price.

For those interested in booking one of the rooms above, please find the link in the registration form. Rooms will be paid individually by the attendees.

Attendees are also free to find a different accommodation.

Registration
Nordic Quantum Meeting 2026 - Registration
    • 1
      Welcome V102

      V102

      Reykjavík University

      Reykjavík University, Menntavegur 1 IS-102, Iceland
      Speaker: Ariadna Soro (Nordic Quantum)
    • 2
      Semiconductor-Superconductor Core-Shell Nanowires V102

      V102

      Reykjavík University

      Reykjavík University, Menntavegur 1 IS-102, Iceland
      Speaker: Andrei Manolescu (Reykjavík University)
    • 3
      Early universe (quantum) physics and RF engineering V102

      V102

      Reykjavík University

      Reykjavík University, Menntavegur 1 IS-102, Iceland
      Speaker: Jón Emil Guðmundsson (University of Iceland)
    • 11:00
      Coffee break V102

      V102

      Reykjavík University

      Reykjavík University, Menntavegur 1 IS-102, Iceland
    • 4
      From Baby Steps with Quantum Annealing Applications towards EuroHPC Quantum Computing Ecosystems V102

      V102

      Reykjavík University

      Reykjavík University, Menntavegur 1 IS-102, Iceland
      Speaker: Morris Riedel (University of Iceland)
    • 5
      Magnetic metamaterials and spin dynamics V102

      V102

      Reykjavík University

      Reykjavík University, Menntavegur 1 IS-102, Iceland
      Speaker: Snorri Þ. Ingvarsson (University of Iceland)
    • 12:35
      Lunch break V102

      V102

      Reykjavík University

      Reykjavík University, Menntavegur 1 IS-102, Iceland
    • 6
      Modelling topological insulator nanostructures V102

      V102

      Reykjavík University

      Reykjavík University, Menntavegur 1 IS-102, Iceland
      Speaker: Sigurður I. Erlingsson (Reykjavík University)
    • 7
      Quantum Research and Education Activities in Iceland: Highlights from the Quantum Simulation and Data Science Lab (KvantaLab) V102

      V102

      Reykjavík University

      Reykjavík University, Menntavegur 1 IS-102, Iceland
      Speaker: Hemanadhan Myneni (University of Iceland)
    • 8
      Iceland’s Transition to Post-Quantum Encryption V102

      V102

      Reykjavík University

      Reykjavík University, Menntavegur 1 IS-102, Iceland
      Speaker: Gunnar Þorgilsson (Reykjavík University)
    • 15:30
      Coffee break V102

      V102

      Reykjavík University

      Reykjavík University, Menntavegur 1 IS-102, Iceland
    • Lab tour at RU V102

      V102

      Reykjavík University

      Reykjavík University, Menntavegur 1 IS-102, Iceland
    • 18:15
      Conference Dinner Nauthóll Restaurant

      Nauthóll Restaurant

    • 9
      Nordic updates: Norway Online + V102

      Online + V102

      Reykjavík University

      https://eu01web.zoom.us/j/68611960644?pwd=jddlFIRJNDOg9vLJUz098vxq7pb1nn.1

      Speaker: Franz Fuchs (Sintef & Gemini Center)
    • 10
      Nordic updates: Finland V102

      V102

      Reykjavík University

      Reykjavík University, Menntavegur 1 IS-102, Iceland
      Speaker: Jukka Pekola (InstituteQ / Aalto)
    • 10:30
      Discussion & Coffe break V102

      V102

      Reykjavík University

      Reykjavík University, Menntavegur 1 IS-102, Iceland
    • 11
      Nordic updates: Sweden V102

      V102

      Reykjavík University

      Reykjavík University, Menntavegur 1 IS-102, Iceland
      Speaker: Vaishali Adya (KTH Royal Institute of Technology)
    • 12
      Nordic updates: Denmark V102

      V102

      Reykjavík University

      Reykjavík University, Menntavegur 1 IS-102, Iceland
      Speaker: Peter Krogstrup Jeppesen
    • 12:40
      Lunch break V102

      V102

      Reykjavík University

      Reykjavík University, Menntavegur 1 IS-102, Iceland
    • 13
      A year into Nordic Quantum coordination V102

      V102

      Reykjavík University

      Reykjavík University, Menntavegur 1 IS-102, Iceland
      Speaker: Ariadna Soro
    • 14
      European Quantum Academy V102

      V102

      Reykjavík University

      Reykjavík University, Menntavegur 1 IS-102, Iceland
      Speaker: Simon Goorney (Aarhus University)
    • 15:20
      Group picture & coffe break V102

      V102

      Reykjavík University

      Reykjavík University, Menntavegur 1 IS-102, Iceland
    • 15
      Access to Nordic quantum computers V102

      V102

      Reykjavík University

      Reykjavík University, Menntavegur 1 IS-102, Iceland
      Speakers: Junjie Li (Chalmers Next Labs), Kasra Nourouzi (QuNorth)
    • 16
      Discussion: event distribution V102

      V102

      Reykjavík University

      Reykjavík University, Menntavegur 1 IS-102, Iceland
    • Lab tour at the University of Iceland VR-3 building, University of Iceland

      VR-3 building, University of Iceland

    • 17
      Discussion time: Nordic Quantum ecosystem needs 3rd floor (Askja (natural science building), University of Iceland)

      3rd floor

      Askja (natural science building), University of Iceland

    • 12:00
      Lunch