OCQT and its members participate in collaborations and partnerships with leading universities, research institutions, quantum research centers, and industry partners in Japan and around the world.
These partnerships promote joint research, researcher and student exchange, knowledge sharing, technology development, and the growth of an international quantum science and technology community.
Japan's Quantum Technology Innovation Hubs (QIH) bring together leading universities and national research institutions to advance quantum science and technology through coordinated research, innovation, human resource development, and collaboration.
OIST serves as the Quantum Technology International Collaboration Hub, with the OIST Center for Quantum Technologies (OCQT) acting as a core for international research collaboration, human resource development, and industry–academia collaboration in quantum science and technology.
Through QIH, OIST contributes to strengthening connections between Japan's quantum research community and international partners, while supporting the development of the next generation of quantum researchers and professionals.
OIST role: Quantum Technology International Collaboration Hub
QIH Headquarters: RIKEN
OIST, through its Center for Quantum Technologies (OCQT), and the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), through its Global Research and Development Center for Business by Quantum-AI Technology (G-QuAT), established a formal collaboration in 2025 to strengthen cooperation in quantum computing technology.
The partnership aims to contribute to the social implementation of quantum computing technologies and the development of an international quantum ecosystem in Japan. Through the collaboration, OIST and AIST seek to expand joint activities in research, education, outreach, and networking. These objectives closely reflect the purpose and areas of cooperation established in the MOU.
Areas of cooperation include the exchange of scientists, researchers, and staff, the development of globally active quantum talent, and joint outreach activities such as seminars, symposiums, and other opportunities for scientific exchange. The collaboration provides a framework for developing activities that connect OIST students and researchers with AIST's quantum research environment, including researcher exchange, institutional visits, and opportunities for student training.
Partner: National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST) – Global Research and Development Center for Business by Quantum-AI Technology (G-QuAT)
Established: 2025
Areas of collaboration: Research | Education | Talent Development | Outreach | Networking
