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Quantum Key Distribution Summer School 2026

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The 2026 Quantum Key Distribution Summer School will train young researchers in quantum cryptography’s theoretical and experimental foundations from August 16–21 in Les Diablerets, Switzerland. Targeting Master’s and PhD students in physics, math, or computer science, the program requires basic quantum mechanics knowledge. Senior participants (postdocs) may also apply, but spots are limited. Confirmed speakers include Rotem Arnon (Weizmann), Eleni Diamanti (Sorbonne), and Norbert Lütkenhaus (Waterloo), covering interdisciplinary QKD advancements. The participation fee is 450 CHF for students and 550 CHF for seniors, including accommodation, meals, and social events. Shared rooms are provided. Applications close April 15, 2026, with selections based on merit. The school aims to foster independent research in quantum-secure communication.
Quantum Key Distribution Summer School 2026

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Quantum Key Distribution Summer School 2026 Dates: Sunday, August 16, 2026 to Friday, August 21, 2026Web page: QKD Summer School 2026Registration deadline: Wednesday, April 15, 2026Submission deadline: Wednesday, April 15, 2026Tags: QKDquantum communicationQuantum Key DistributionThe Quantum Key Distribution Summer School is a five-day programme on theoretical and experimental aspects of quantum cryptography that aims at providing high-level training to young researchers entering this field. The goal is to equip them with a solid foundation in relevant approaches and techniques, enabling them to pursue their own independent research. The school takes place in the beautiful mountain village of Les Diablerets in Switzerland. This school is mainly aimed at Master students and PhD students. Since quantum cryptography is an interdiciplinary field, it is suitable for students with backgrounds in mathematics, physics, computer science or related fields. However, to follow the lectures a basic knowledge of quantum mechanics is required. Confirmed speakers: Rotem Arnon (Weizmann Institute of Science) Peter Brown (Télécom Paris) Eleni Diamanti (CNRS & Sorbonne Université) Thomas Jennewein (University of Waterloo) Norbert Lütkenhaus (University of Waterloo) Renato Renner (ETH Zürich) Christian Schaffner (University of Amsterdam) Participation fee: 450 CHF for Bachelor/Master/PhD students, 550 CHF for senior participants (postdocs etc.) This fee includes accommodation (shared/twin rooms), full-board and social events. The summer school has a limited number of spots, therefore we will have to make a selection from the received applications. Application deadline: April 15, 2026 (23:59 CEST) Log in or register to post comments

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