Australia to invest $46 million in quantum education and collaboration

The Australian government has announced a $46 million investment to boost quantum education and collaboration in the country. The funding will support the development of quantum technology through partnerships between industry and academia, as well as the creation of a national network of quantum researchers. The initiative aims to train the next generation of quantum scientists and engineers, and help Australia become a world leader in quantum technology. The funding will be distributed through two grant programs, the Quantum Science Research Program and the Quantum Technology Commercialisation Program.