Welcome to the IQMP
Designed to support the full ecosystem of companies, researchers, suppliers, end users and other partners working to facilitate the development and commercialization of quantum technologies, including the world’s first fault-tolerant quantum computer, the IQMP will be home to:
- The National Quantum Facility
- The National Quantum Algorithm Center
- The IL-DARPA Quantum Proving Ground applied research program
- A production site from anchor tenant, PsiQuantum
- IBM’s Quantum System Two
- Supplier facilities, workforce development programs and more
Building on a Legacy of Innovation
The IQMP site was home to U.S. Steel South Works — which employed thousands of Chicagoans, forged the steel that built some of the city’s iconic skyline and established the region as a manufacturing hub — until it closed in 1992. It has been vacant ever since.
Now, a site that once fueled our 20th-century economy will be the epicenter of the next generation of technological advancements, growth and opportunity.
The IQMP and its partners are committed to ensuring this historic project improves the lives of South Chicago residents by creating workforce opportunities, developing educational programming in surrounding schools and enhancing local amenities like lakefront access and additional greenspace — all while strengthening Illinois’ position as a global quantum hub.
Meet Our Team
The IQMP is managed and operated by the IQMP, LLC, a University Research Organization (URO) owned by the Board of Trustees of the University of Illinois.
Meet Our Partners
The IQMP is a shared venture between private and public leaders — come check out our partners!
Why Quantum?
Quantum computing uses the principles of quantum mechanics to solve complex problems potentially much faster than traditional computers can.
Quantum has the potential to tackle many of the biggest challenges in health care, energy, transportation, financial services, agriculture and national security. Ultimately, it will be a tool that engineers and scientists use to help get life-saving drugs to patients faster, develop new approaches to green energy, design new cost-effective materials and more.
These technologies will change the world. And for Illinois, their development will also bring major opportunities for economic growth and access to good jobs.
Why Illinois?
Illinois’ existing ecosystem — with vibrant research and development, tremendous tech resources and a strong talent pipeline — is uniquely positioned to catalyze the innovation needed in the quantum and semiconductor industries.
Located in the heart of the U.S., Illinois is a unique global business destination that has all of the attributes companies need to succeed. The state offers unmatched talent throughout a diverse array of industries, along with world-class infrastructure that allows companies to move their people and products quickly and efficiently via air, rail, road and water.
Illinois is also home to powerhouse universities and national laboratories whose multidisciplinary researchers are building on decades of pioneering discoveries to advance quantum science and technology. The state ranks in the top 10 in the U.S. for higher education science and engineering research and development spending and boasts one of the nation’s largest quantum-ready pipelines.
