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title: UMD to Host Microsoft Quantum Research Center in Discovery District
date: 2025-09-17T12:38:00-04:00
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# UMD to Host Microsoft Quantum Research Center in Discovery District

*September 17, 2025* — by [Maryland Today Staff](/author/maryland-today-staff)


> University, State Officials Celebrate New Partnership During Quantum World Congress

*Quantum World Congress 09172025 DS 3056 1920x1080 — Maryland Gov. Wes Moore announces plans for a new Microsoft quantum research facility in UMD's Discovery District during a speech Wednesday at the Quantum World Congress in Tysons, Va. (Photos by Dylan Singleton)*

The University of Maryland will soon be home to a major new Microsoft quantum research lab, further strengthening the university’s position as a global leader in quantum science, innovation and commercialization. Gov. Wes Moore announced the project on Wednesday while addressing hundreds gathered for the [Quantum World Congress](https://www.quantumworldcongress.com/) (QWC), a global event focused on the future of quantum science and innovation being held this week in Tysons, Va.

The announcement results from a partnership between the state of Maryland, the University of Maryland Enterprise Corporation and [Microsoft](https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/), one of the world’s largest technology firms, and marks a critical milestone in Maryland’s momentum toward becoming a global leader for quantum information science and technology innovation.

“Maryland is making big bets on the future to grow our economy and drive innovation. Quantum is at the center of that strategy,” said Moore. “We are honored to partner with Microsoft in this effort, as we work together to create jobs, spark discovery and stimulate growth. And together, we will continue to make Maryland the best place in the world to change the world.”

According to the announcement from the governor’s office, the center will provide early access to Microsoft’s quantum technology to support collaborative hardware and software development between government agencies, academic institutions and quantum companies. It will also attract skilled quantum experts to the state, providing a space for Microsoft engineers to interact and work with the Maryland quantum ecosystem, including University of Maryland students and researchers.


*Gov. Wes Moore, Microsoft Executive Vice President Jason Zander and UMD President Darryll J. Pines — From left, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, Microsoft Executive Vice President Jason Zander and UMD President Darryll J. Pines*




**Topics:** [Research](https://today.umd.edu/tags/research)


**Tags:** [Quantum Science](https://today.umd.edu/topic/quantum-science), [Research](https://today.umd.edu/topic/research)