TiQua

Quantum science in all its forms: science, society, innovation, ethics, and sustainability.
TiQua (formerly Quantum Engineering) aims to broaden perspectives on quantum science, deepen understanding, and diversify the topics addressed within the framework of the Grenoble-based quantum federation, QuantAlps. The themes explored focus on the dialogue between fundamental quantum research and its technological and social applications, with an emphasis on innovation on the one hand and ethical approaches on the other. Another key focus of the project is the definition and implementation of sustainable forms of quantum technology. Finally, the project serves as an incubator for other innovative forms of collaboration between academic disciplines and with local economic, social, and cultural stakeholders.

The Issues

Basic research in quantum science holds the promise of scientific discoveries and technological innovations that could revolutionize certain sectors of human activity and society. There is much talk of the “quantum revolution.” TiQua aims to prepare for and support these major transformations.

Interdisciplinarity

The project brings together quantum physicists and computer scientists, theoretical and practical philosophers, legal experts, and specialists in innovation management. A design fiction workshop will explore the possibilities opened up by the quantum revolution.

A Transformative Project

Before the emergence of TiQua, the quantum field lacked frameworks conducive to sustained collaboration between the fundamental sciences of quantum research and the humanities and social sciences. A seminar on ethics as applied to quantum technologies, bringing together members of the scientific community, will help forge new frameworks for thinking about societal changes driven by the development of quantum technology. Furthermore, topics related to sustainable quantum technology are entirely original.

A national and international reach

UGA was one of the first universities to offer an analysis of quantum technologies from the perspective of the humanities and social sciences, and, to the best of our knowledge, remains the only one in the country to do so. Internationally, TU Delft (Netherlands) and the Quantum Institute in Sherbrooke (Canada) also engage in this type of research, and we plan to establish ties with them.

To increase the visibility of the Grenoble site

TiQua complements Grenoble’s existing, well-structured, and clearly defined quantum ecosystem. The structure of its governing bodies—where the basic sciences are combined with the humanities and social sciences—as well as its operations—which include cross-disciplinary seminars—further energize the ecosystem by fostering interdisciplinary dialogue. Economic, social, and cultural partners in Grenoble’s innovation ecosystem are regularly invited to contribute to this dynamic and to benefit from it.
TiQua Project Website
Updated on 7, September 2026