Building the Quantum Network That Powers What Comes Next

QCORE is Montana State University’s center for quantum advancement, connecting industry, academia, and government to build scalable ecosystems, establish standards, drive capability growth, and cultivate the workforce that powers future innovation.

From individual technologies to integrated infrastructure.

Today’s leading edge starts with infrastructure access.

By developing shared resources such as test and evaluation capabilities, testbed environments, and networks that interconnect systems, QCORE established a foundation for quantum technologies to advance and scale real‑world performance, building an ecosystem that brings quantum technologies closer to utility, faster.

A Global Photonics Hub, Right in Our Backyard

Coupled with strengths in cryogenics and novel materials development, Montana is well positioned to grow with quantum.

QCORE leans into these strengths, bolstering the regions capacity to develop needed hardware solutions for quantum supply chains, testing of integrated quantum systems, and the deployment of modular, scalable quantum infrastructure through research, technology development and state of the art infrastructure.

From Discovery to Deployment

QCORE turns quantum potential into deployable systems.

Multi-Modal Quantum Computing Testbed

A flexible environment for testing and evaluating multiple quantum computing modalities and exploring quantum-classical integration.

Materials & Device Prototyping

On-campus capabilities for fabrication, cryogenic testing, and photonics integration to support network-ready device development.

Simulator & Interface Access

Hands-on, cloud-enabled simulation tools to model hybrid quantum systems and benchmark performance.

Where Quantum Innovation Comes to Life

Working with QCORE: A Platform for All Quantum Stakeholders

Federal & State Agencies

Access quantum computing resources, test components across modalities, leverage technical expertise and tap into MSU’s workforce pipeline.

Corporate and Industry Partners

Collaborate on dual-use technologies with access to infrastructure, testbeds, and specialized expertise.

Deep - Tech Startups & Innovators

Prototype, test, and benchmark components with dedicated access to facilities, tools, and technical support.

Academic Faculty & Research Teams

Leverage shared infrastructure and pursue collaborative research opportunities.

Students & Emerging Talent

Gain hands-on experience through internships, training, and applied research opportunities.

Quantum Under Montana’s Big Sky

Born from Montana’s legacy in photonics and cryogenics and embedded within Montana State University’s innovation ecosystem, QCORE merges technical depth with startup agility.

We operate one of Montana’s first quantum computing platforms, bridging local expertise with global applications.
Our work connects local strengths to global innovation. We bridge academic excellence, industry collaboration, and real-world impact.

Let’s Build the Quantum Future From the Network Up

Get in touch to explore trusted research partnerships, testing services, and workforce programs that build measurable confidence in quantum technology.