Niels Bohr Quantum Summer School 2026
Inspiration to shape the future. Join the Niels Bohr Quantum Summer School and be part of a journey of learning, discovery, and cultural immersion, where cutting-edge research meets real-world innovation.
The Niels Bohr Quantum Summer School is a national initiative under the Danish National Quantum Strategy, bringing together Danish and international PhD students for an intensive two-week programme in quantum science and technology.
This year’s edition focuses specifically on Quantum Algorithms and Quantum Software, discussing the
quantum computational model, quantum algorithm design, and quantum software compilation and
optimization, including the principles from quantum mathematics and computer science that underpin these topics.
The program consists of lectures by renowned speakers, student challenges, and excursions:
- Deep dive lectures on Mondays-Thursdays
- Followed by student challenges on each afternoon
- Friday Week 1: Excursion to Copenhagen (Niels Bohr Institute, Magne Quantum Computer)
- Friday Week 2: Industry day with emphasis on entrepreneurship
Programming chairs are professor Jørgen Ellegaard Andersen, University of Southern Denmark and professor Jaco van de Pol, Aarhus University.
Lecturers:
Chris Heunen, University of Edinburgh
Daniel Eric Gottesman, University of Maryland
David Hayes, Quantinuum
Jens Palsberg, University of California
Mingsheng Ying, University of Technology, Sydney
Patrick Emonts, Ulm University
Sitan Chen, Harvard University
Steven Rayan, University of Saskatchewan
The 2026 the summer school will take place from 10–21 August and be hosted by the Centre for Quantum Mathematics, University of Southern Denmark, in Odense.
The programme gathers 70 PhD students from mathematics, computer science, physics, chemistry and related fields to engage with leading researchers and industry experts.
In addition to its academic focus, the summer school addresses the ethical and societal implications of emerging quantum technologies and strengthens collaboration across the Danish quantum ecosystem. Lectures, case-based learning and industry engagement are complemented by a structured social programme designed to foster long-term international networks.
The summer school is funded by the Danish Ministry of Higher Education and Science. Tuition, accommodation, planned social activities and most meals are covered, and travel support may be available for eligible participants.
Planning committee
A part of a national initiative
The Niels Bohr Quantum Summer School is a direct result of the Danish National Quantum Strategy Part 2, published in 2023. The summer school is therefore designed to showcase the entire Danish quantum ecosystem, aligning with the strategy’s objective of fostering a robust and innovative quantum sector in Denmark.
- 2026: University of Southern Denmark
- 2027: Technical University of Denmark
- 2028: Aalborg University
If you would like to know more about the Niels Bohr Quantum Summer School, please contact us.