The premier gathering for leaders advancing quantum sensing from laboratory breakthrough to field-deployable reality — government, industry, and research converging for one purpose.
The Quantum Sensing Summit is hosted and sponsored by Frequency Electronics, Inc. (FEI) — a world leader in precision timing, frequency generation, and RF control for space and defense applications.
Now in its third year, the Summit convenes government decision-makers, program managers, university researchers, and industry innovators to drive a single outcome: accelerating quantum sensing from proof-of-concept to mission-deployable technology.
FEI's commitment to the "sensing" dimension of quantum technology reflects decades of work at the intersection of precision physics and real-world applications — from satellite payloads to electronic warfare, GPS, and secure communications.
A structured program designed to move from the state of the science to actionable partnerships — with every session oriented toward real-world outcomes.
Hosted networking dinner for all attendees, speakers, and government guests. Structured roundtables on key sensing challenges.
Highly sensitive electric field detection using excited atomic states — enabling RF spectrum monitoring and communications without conventional antennas.
Nitrogen-vacancy centers in diamond as ultra-precise magnetic field sensors, with applications in navigation, medical imaging, and subsurface detection.
Chip-scale optical components that enable miniaturization of quantum sensing systems for deployment in size- and power-constrained platforms.
Optical frequency combs for precision timekeeping and spectroscopy, underpinning next-generation GPS alternatives and metrology standards.
Alternative Position, Navigation and Timing to reduce GPS dependence in contested environments — a critical defense and civilian resilience priority.
Quantum key distribution and post-quantum cryptography to protect communications as conventional encryption faces long-term threats.
The 2026 speaker program will be announced shortly. The Summit draws senior leaders from government agencies, defense programs, leading universities, and the quantum industry.
Director, DARPA Quantum Program
Chief Science Officer, Frequency Electronics
Quantum Sensing Lab, MIT
Program Manager, Air Force Research Laboratory
Full speaker lineup to be announced. Past speakers have included representatives from DoD, NIST, university research centers, and leading quantum companies.
The Summit takes place in New York City, at the heart of the nation's quantum technology and defense policy ecosystem. Venue details will be confirmed with registration.
Attendance is selective — the Summit is designed to keep dialogue focused and actionable. Government decision-makers attend at no cost. Industry and academic attendees are encouraged to apply early.
For sponsorship inquiries or special access requests, contact summit@quantumsensingsummit.com
Register for the 2027 Quantum Sensing Summit. Government attendees are complimentary. Industry and academic attendees will be directed to secure payment.
The Quantum Sensing Summit is made possible by Frequency Electronics and a growing community of sponsors committed to advancing quantum technology for national security and beyond.
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