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Quantum Design

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Quantum Design specializes in cryogenic measurement systems and ultra-low-temperature equipment for quantum research and quantum device characterization. Over four decades, it has supplied SQUID magnetometers, dilution refrigerators, and precision measurement instruments that let scientists study quantum phenomena and develop quantum technologies. In January 2026, Quantum Design completed the acquisition of Oxford Instruments' NanoScience division for 60 million pounds, expanding its quantum technology portfolio with Proteox dilution refrigerators and quantum-ready cryogenic systems. The acquisition makes Quantum Design a major supplier of cooling infrastructure for the growing quantum computing industry. Update 2026-02-11: Researchers demonstrated a novel quantum circuit design that is robust against barren plateaus by optimizing the initial data input. Source: https://quantumzeitgeist.com/quantum-model-avoids-barren-plateaus-hindering/ Update 2025-06-10: Quantum Design purchased the NanoScience quantum technology division from Oxford Instruments for £60 million. Source: https://quantumzeitgeist.com/oxford-instruments-sells-quantum-business-to-us-firm-amidst-results-delay-and-share-decline/

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Lakestar
Lightspeed Venture Partners
Quantum Coast Capital
Type One Ventures
Trumpf Venture
Gic Government Of Singapore Investment Corporation
Hercules Capital
Inven Capital

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Quantum Design specializes in cryogenic measurement systems and ultra-low-temperature equipment for quantum research and quantum device characterization. Over four decades, it has supplied SQUID magnetometers, dilution refrigerators, and precision measurement instruments that let scientists study quantum phenomena and develop quantum technologies. In January 2026, Quantum Design completed the acquisition of Oxford Instruments' NanoScience division for 60 million pounds, expanding its quantum...
Quantum Design is headquartered in San Diego, United States.
Quantum Design was founded in 1982.
Quantum Design operates in the following sectors: quantum infrastructure.