Earlier this September, our team travelled to Albuquerque, New Mexico, to participate in IEEE Quantum Week 2025 (QCE25), the Sixth IEEE International Conference on Quantum Computing and Engineering. Each year, Quantum Week convenes researchers, engineers, students, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders to explore breakthroughs, share knowledge, and shape the future of quantum technologies.
For Zero Point Cryogenics, this was more than a chance to showcase our cryogenic systems. It was an opportunity to connect with a global community, inspire the next generation of talent, and engage in conversations about what quantum hardware truly needs to scale.
Our team, including CCO Elise Usunier, Technical Sales Associate Eric Daigle, Lead Scientist Dr. Paul Kim, and Scientist Marvin Hirschel, were on-site to share expertise, learn from others, and build relationships that extend beyond the conference floor.
About IEEE Quantum Week 2025
IEEE Quantum Week (QCE25) has become one of the central gatherings for anyone working in quantum computing and engineering. Organized by the IEEE Computer Society, the event brings together technical talks, industry exhibitions, tutorials, student mentorship, poster sessions, and ample networking opportunities. The result is a program that doesn’t just focus on one piece of the field, but touches the entire spectrum of quantum research and development.
This year’s event was held at the Albuquerque Convention Center and reached new levels of participation. More than 1,700 people attended from across the globe. Over 75 exhibitors set up in the hall, and the schedule offered more than 600 hours of workshops, sessions, and discussions. In every corner, there were conversations about how to move quantum technologies from today’s experiments into tomorrow’s applications.
Showcasing Cryogenics and Inspiring Talent
At our booth in the Albuquerque Convention Center, we spoke with attendees about Zero Point Cryogenics’ patented 500 mK Phase Separation Refrigerator and its role in making quantum research more accessible especially when it comes to spin qubits or photonic quantum computing.. We explained how our technology supports high system uptime with minimal user interference, minimizes vibrational and electrical noise sources, and integrates with a range of electronics and sensing platforms, helping researchers stay colder for longer. These conversations showed the practical advantages of our approach: reducing downtime, simplifying operation, and providing the stability needed for both quantum computing and quantum sensing.
The interest we saw throughout the week made it clear that dependable cryogenics is becoming more important as the field moves from laboratory research toward scalable systems. By discussing how our refrigerators address challenges such as environmental noise and extended run times, we presented ZPC as a partner for teams working to build quantum infrastructure across North America and beyond.
We also took part in the career fair, which gave us the chance to connect with students and early-career professionals. Their questions about cryogenics and system integration highlighted the importance of supporting a strong talent pipeline. Building the next generation of quantum researchers and engineers is necessary for the industry’s future, and we were glad to contribute to that dialogue.
Building Community Through Shared Experiences
While the technical sessions and exhibition filled the days, the evenings created space for different kinds of connections. The week opened with a Tuesday night reception in the exhibitor hall, where conversations from the day continued with excellent food and drinks in hand, and new introductions were made. On Wednesday, our team gathered for dinner and reflected on the themes that were beginning to emerge from the week, and how to best tackle the rest of the show.
By Thursday night, the convention centre plaza had been turned into an open-air dinner under the New Mexico sky, complete with live flamenco dancing. Sharing that time with colleagues and peers reminded us that community is as important to quantum technologies as the work taking place in labs and on stage. Experiences like these help build relationships and strengthen the sense of a field moving forward together.
Outcomes and Insights
Our participation in IEEE Quantum Week 2025 led to conversations and insights that will guide our work in the months ahead. Research groups expressed interest in our systems for projects in areas such as quantum sensing and scalable processor design, showing how dependable cryogenics continues to play an important role in the field. The event also gave us the chance to hear from students, early-career professionals, and peers across the community. Their questions on integration, benchmarking, and environmental noise provided ideas that will influence our roadmap and the way we support those who use our systems. Taken together, these discussions confirmed our place not only as a supplier of cryogenic systems but also as a partner working alongside others to enable progress in quantum science.
Looking Ahead
With the patent now secured, Zero Point Cryogenics is actively engaging partners interested in deploying this system in new environments, from university labs and quantum startups to government agencies exploring low-temperature technologies. Our first PSR systems will be deployed as early as Spring 2026!
This patent represents more than a technical achievement. It’s a reflection of our team’s vision to create cryogenic tools that are reliable, intuitive, and built to accelerate innovation.
We’re excited to continue refining this platform, scaling it to new form factors, and working with collaborators who share our passion for pushing scientific boundaries—colder, longer.
Looking Ahead to IEEE Quantum Week 2026
IEEE Quantum Week 2025 showed once again why this conference is an important gathering for the quantum community. It brings together people from across disciplines, provides opportunities to exchange knowledge, and creates space for collaboration that supports progress in the field. We thank the IEEE Computer Society for organizing the event and everyone who visited us at our booth, joined us at the career fair, or connected with our team during the week.
We are now looking toward IEEE Quantum Week 2026 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, from September 13 to 18. The conversations that began in Albuquerque will continue in Toronto, opening new opportunities to work together, and we look forward to contributing to that dialogue.
Zero Point Cryogenics – Colder for Longer
Zero Point Cryogenics manufactures cryostats and dilution refrigerators, which are the primary low-temperature platform enabling quantum computing. The company is focused on designing robust and reliable dilution refrigerators to enable quantum technology research and innovation. ZPC is the only manufacturer of its kind in Canada and one of the few manufacturers of this technology in the world. The company is actively bridging the gap between customized and commercially scalable solutions, creating flexibility for quantum research and innovation while having the depth to scale. At Zero Point Cryogenics, we improve and iterate our designs based on customer optimization and are driven to build a product that stays colder for longer.
Contact our dedicated experts to discuss your cryogenic needs and visit our website to learn more at www.zpcryo.com.