UNSW secures $35 million ARC funding for quantum computing research
Published on the 12 December 2025
UNSW Sydney has been awarded $70 million by the Australian Research Council (ARC) to establish two new Centres of Excellence. This reinforces the University’s role as a leader in transformative research.
Among these, the ARC Centre of Excellence for Quantum Computer Performance and Integration, led by Scientia Professor Andrea Morello, has secured $35 million to overcome key scientific barriers to creating scalable, reliable quantum computers.
The Centre will serve as a major national research hub, enabling workforce growth and strengthening Australia’s leadership in quantum technologies. Professor Morello emphasised the importance of this investment:
“We proposed an ambitious but realistic research program, and we assembled a stellar team, focusing on young and emerging talent, to future-proof Australia's place in the global quantum race. We are delighted to have been granted the opportunity and the responsibility to help bring quantum computing to fruition in Australia.”
This achievement highlights UNSW’s commitment to advancing quantum technologies and positions Australia at the forefront of the global quantum race.