Next Generation Quantum (NGQ) was founded as a university spin-off with the mission to accelerate the commercial application of quantum computing. The company focuses on developing proprietary hardware and software that interconnect multiple quantum computers, creating super quantum computer clusters. These clusters aim to unlock the full potential of quantum algorithms, targeting industries that require high computational power such as cryptography, pharmaceuticals, and financial modeling.
Key figures in NGQ include CTO Dr. German Kolmakov, a PhD in Quantum Physics and a Fellow of the Institute of Physics, UK, and CEO Shaina Raklyar, an award-winning influencer in Women in STEM and a PhD candidate in Photonics. The company has secured funding from prestigious institutions like the Department of Defense (DOD), Department of Energy (DOE), and National Science Foundation (NSF). NGQ's innovative approach has positioned it as a leader in the quantum computing industry, significantly impacting the advancement of computational capabilities.