On Sunday, 31 May, the Institute of Photonic Quantum Systems (PhoQS) at Paderborn University will open its doors from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. to anyone who would like to take a look behind the scenes of photonic quantum research. Visitors can expect an exciting day full of insights, experiments and dialogue with PhoQS scientists. For example, visitors can gain insights into the almost 1000 square metre clean room or explore the state-of-the-art optics laboratories. Free registration is available at go.upb.de/tdot2026.

In the PhoQS Lab, visitors can learn more about the institute's interdisziplin?r research and current projects in the fields of quantum communication, quantum computing, quantum metrology and quantum simulation. Quantum enthusiasts of all ages, schoolchildren and families can also look forward to a varied programme with interactive stations, hands-on experiments and offers to playfully discover the world of quanta and the four PhoQS disciplines of Mathematics, Physics, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. There will be a food truck, an ice cream van and a coffee cart on the forecourt of the institute for refreshments in between.

PhoQS Lab

Paderborn University's Photonic Quantum Systems Laboratory (PhoQS Lab) was opened in February 2026 after three years of construction. As a highly specialised research centre in the field of quantum technologies, scientists from various disciplines work together here to bring basic research into application and develop future key technologies.

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