Registration Quantum for Good Challenge

The Centre for Quantum and Society (CQS), in collaboration with Quantum Delta NL, invites you to participate in the Quantum for Good Challenge, a groundbreaking annual competition for students from universities and higher professional education (HBO) across The Netherlands, to research the possibilities of leveraging quantum sensing to address microplastics pollution—a pressing global environmental issue.

You will be challenged to explore how quantum sensing can be leveraged to accurately detect and analyze microplastics in water, helping society develop effective mitigation strategies. Participants will come together for a series of interactive workshops, coaching sessions, site visits, and networking opportunities with academics and industry professionals, leading up to a grand finale of the competition in May 2025. Teams will compete for prizes of €3,000 for the first-place team, €2,000 for second place, and €1,000 for third place, serving as recognition and potential seed funding for your projects. More details here.

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Provide a clear and detailed description of your proposed solution, explaining how it effectively addresses the identified problem. Emphasize the unique aspects of your solution, its relevance to the challenge theme and how it stands out from existing solutions in the field.
Discuss the potential impact of your solution, encompassing social, economic and environmental effects. Which Sustainable Development Goals are you addressing and how does your project align with Ethical, Legal, and Social Aspects (ELSA)?
How is quantum technology being utilized? Include a detailed explanation of quantum principles, techniques, or tools employed in your solution. How do these contribute to the effectiveness and innovation of the project? Also touch upon the practical feasibility and operational aspects of implementing the solution.