Chief Scientist calls for industry-led push in quantum computing
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Mar 03, 2026 • 1:00 pm
AFR | “The rapidly developing world of quantum computing is emerging as test case for how Australia positions itself for what most believe will be a highly disruptive technology.”
This is a rare opportunity to lead the operations and strategic delivery of a nationally recognised quantum computing research training centre (FLiQC), working alongside leading academics, researchers, industry partners, and government stakeholders
Dr Harini Hapuarachchi brings expertise in theoretical and computational approaches to emerging quantum sensing technologies, including diamond-based quantum sensors and Rydberg atom-based receivers
Lead one of CSIRO’s most diverse and strategically critical portfolios spanning technology, national research infrastructure, scientific collections and space and astronomy
