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Microsoft Opens $1B Quantum Research Center at UMD

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  • Governor Wes Moore inaugurated the Microsoft Quantum Research Center at the University of Maryland’s Discovery District.
  • The center furthers Maryland’s Capital of Quantum initiative, launched in January 2025.
  • State officials say more than $500 million is pledged toward a $1 billion investment total.
  • Microsoft expects the lab to enable hands-on student work by spring and coincides with the Quantum World Congress.