Tandem Mentoring Program

As part of the QUARKS project,
you can immerse yourself in the fascinating world of quantum communication and quantum
computing by particapating in the Tandem-Mentoring-Program.

Beat the Quantum Randomness

Human vs. Quantum Computer

How random can you type a row of fifty 0 and 1? Are you more random than a Quantum Computer is? Give it a try and learn more about the way a Quantum Computer works!

Quantum Computing

4 QUBITS each Computer.

Quantum computer use a processor that performs calculations based on the principles of quantum mechanics. Instead of classical bits, it uses QUBITS. This enables calculations that would be too complex for a classical computer to perform.

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Qubit

Manipulated and measured Quantumparticles made of Photons or Electrons

Quantum Commu­nication

Definition of the Ministry of Research, Technology and Space.

Quantum communication uses entangled quantum states to exchange keys in data transmission. In contrast to conventional cryptographic methods, the security here is based on a physical law of nature and not on mathematical assumptions. However, as quantum states are very fragile, their transmission poses considerable technical challenges.

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Want to be a QUTie!

Become a QUTie – QUANTUM TANDEM

Working in mixed groups of industry partners and students, you will learn all about quantum communication and computing with the support of scientists from TU Dresden and TU Munich.
From September 2025 to June 2026, there will be ten Thursday workshops, each with a different focus.

Students classes 10 – 12

  • Gain direct insights into quantum communication research
  • Personal development and future orientation
  • Gain practical experience and engage in individual exchange.

Industry partner

  • Gain direct insights into quantum communication research
  • Recruitment of specialists and the long-term promotion of young talent
  • Knowledge growth and networking
  • A front row seat at the birth of a new technology
  • Opportunity to further develop your own product | business model and make it fit for the future.

Schedule of the Program

In mixed groups of industry partners and students, in grades 10 – 12, you will learn everything about quantum communication and computing, while being accompanied of Scientists from TU Dresden and TU Munich.
In the period from September 2025 to June 2026, workshops with different focal points will take place on ten Thursdays.

25.09.25 | Kick-off

Kick-off

Get to know each other & Presentation of the supporting programme.

Place: CeTI-Bar
Time: 17:00

Basic principles of quantum physics

Understanding the theoretical foundations

Place: BAR I-15
Tima: 17:00

Quantum Computing

Consolidation of the theoretical basics and interactive exercises

Place: BAR I-15
Time: 17:00

Excursion Quantum lab

Insights into science

Place: N67 B.320
Tima: 17:00

Quantum communication

Understanding the theoretical foundations
Place: BAR I-15
Time: 17:00

Interactive tasks

Consolidation of the theoretical basics

Place: coming soon
Time: 17:00

Excursion to the company

Researching the applications of quantum technology

Exkursion in QT- Unternehmen

Anwendungen von Quantentechnologie kennenlernen

Place: coming soon
Time: 17:00

Development task

Development of an Prototype | Demonstrator

Place: ComSpace
Time: 17:00

Development task

Development of an Prototype | Demonstrator

Place: ComSpace
Time: 17:00

Final event

Exhibition & Recap of the year

Place: CeTi-Bar
Time: 17:00

BB84 Protocol

Cryptographic method for secure transmissions.

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Events for Industry

QUARKS is participating in the Thinknet 6G Summit 2025 in Nuremberg, organised with Fraunhofer IIS and LITES, a leader in wireless innovation.
QUARKS is participating in the Thinknet 6G Summit 2025 in Nuremberg, organised with Fraunhofer IIS and LITES, a leader in wireless innovation.

We are excited to announce our participation in the Thinknet 6G Summit 2025, which will take place on 28-29 October 2025 in Nuremberg.

A key event for the future of connectivity, where we will have the opportunity to engage with industry experts, explore innovations in the field of 6G and present our contribution to the development of next-generation technologies.

QUARKS participates in Hub:Disrupt, the Smart Systems Hub event that brings innovators together to tackle challenges, seize opportunities and shape the future of industrial automation.
QUARKS participates in Hub:Disrupt, the Smart Systems Hub event that brings innovators together to tackle challenges, seize opportunities and shape the future of industrial automation.

QUARKS will participate in Hub:Disrupt 2025 with a workshop dedicated to the topic of quantum randomness. The meeting will open with an introductory presentation on the differences between classical and quantum randomness, highlighting the importance of the quality of randomness in everyday life and in modern technologies. Through historical examples and real applications, participants will be involved in a series of interactive activities designed to stimulate reflection and participation.

Industry

We offer various educational and cooperation formats that impart knowledge and promote exchange between science and industry.

Industrial Innovation Day

A whole day dedicated to quantum technology: network with leading researchers and get a practical overview of the current state of the art. Regardless of whether you are just getting into the topic or would like to discuss specific applications, we offer the right platform for every level of knowledge with interactive formats.

Mentoring program

Our mentoring program brings industry representatives together with students in learning tandems. Supervised by our scientists, they deepen their knowledge of quantum computing and quantum communication. From September 2025 to June 2026, we offer monthly two-hour sessions that range from knowledge transfer to creative implementation of what has been learned.

Industry training

We offer practical training courses on quantum topics, individually tailored to your knowledge requirements and the target group in your company. Whether it’s the basics, specific applications or current research results – we design the training to meet your requirements. Contact us and we will develop a suitable offer.

Contact person

Vivian Hoffmann

M.Sc.
Tandem Mentoring Programme Manager
TU Dresden