Sectors
Quantum Technologies
Quantum Technologies is a priority for R&D Grant Funding across the UK and Europe. Companies in the sector can expect to be eligible for public funding to research and develop innovative solutions in quantum computing hardware and software, quantum sensing and communications, and post-quantum and quantum-safe cybersecurity.
Grant funding for Quantum Technologies
We have been supporting Quantum innovators since 2009 and have won over £100m for founders and researchers solving the sector’s biggest challenges.
The right grant funding at the right time can provide a number of core benefits for quantum projects:
- Non-dilutive funding secures capital without giving up equity in your business.
- Supports early-stage, high-risk prototyping and testing before committing further capital.
- Helps move technology from a working prototype to real-world adoption.
- Funds cross-border partnerships and international collaborative R&D.
- De-risks a company’s technology, making it more attractive to private investors.
Funding in the UK
In the UK, government backing for Quantum is substantial, with the National Quantum Strategy committing £2.5 billion to research, innovation and skills over the ten years to 2033. Dedicated schemes include the £670m ten-year funding settlement for the National Quantum Computing Centre, UKRI’s £1 billion+ allocation for quantum technologies through to 2029-30, the £33m Scaling Performance of Quantum Computing Hardware competition, and previous international calls such as the UK-Germany Collaborative Innovation for Quantum Technologies call that often show up.
Funding in the EU
Across Europe, Quantum companies can draw on Horizon Europe, to which the UK has been fully associated since January 2024, including the €1bn Quantum Flagship initiative and Cluster 4 “Digital, Industry and Space” collaborative calls. UK and EU SMEs can also access EUREKA Eurostars, while EU-based businesses can additionally draw on EuroHPC‘s €119m quantum technology calls and QuantERA‘s €53m transnational quantum research funding.
Success Stories
Open Medical: €800k Grant from EUREKA Eurostars for Health Technology
Open Medical Ltd, a London-based digital health company, develops cloud-based software to optimise patient care and workflows. Its flagship platform, Pathpoint®, is widely adopted across NHS Trusts and internationally.
Total Funding: €800k
AlphaLoops: IUK Smart Grant funding for exciting FinTech
AlphaLoops is a fintech startup transforming how asset managers handle compliance and due diligence. Their AI-powered “agentic co-pilot” automates the completion of complex documents like RFPs and DDQs — cutting processing time from 40 hours to under 5.
Total Funding: £307k
Quantum Technologies themes for grant funding
Venturenomix works with Quantum clients across the following priority themes:
- Quantum Computing Hardware and Software
- Quantum Sensing and Metrology
- Quantum Communications and Cryptography (QKD)
- Post-Quantum and Quantum-Safe Cybersecurity
- Quantum Navigation and Positioning (PNT)
- Quantum Materials and Photonics
- Quantum Software and Algorithms
Funding programmes for Quantum Technologies
Quantum projects companies are eligible for R&D Grant Funding across the UK and EU, with several dedicated and flagship funds.
Available funding includes:
| Programme | Funder | Grant value | Stage | Who can apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UK funding | ||||
| National Quantum Computing Centre | UKRI | £670m over ten years (programme budget) | Infrastructure and open access | UK researchers and businesses |
| Quantum Technologies theme | UKRI | £1bn+ to 2029–30 (programme budget) | Research to commercialisation | UK researchers and businesses |
| Scaling Performance of Quantum Computing Hardware: CR&D | Innovate UK | £1m–£3.5m (from a £33m pot) | Collaborative R&D | UK businesses in consortia |
| UK-Germany Collaborative Innovation for Quantum Technologies | Innovate UK | Varies by call | Collaborative R&D | UK and German partners |
| European funding | ||||
| EIC Pathfinder | European Innovation Council | Up to €4m | Early-stage research (TRL 1–4) | Consortia, incl. UK |
| EIC Transition | European Innovation Council | Up to €2.5m + €50k booster grants | Validation (TRL 3–6) | Single applicants or consortia, incl. UK |
| EIC Accelerator | European Innovation Council | €500k–€2.5m grant + up to €10m equity | Scale-up, market-ready (TRL 6–8) | SMEs (UK: grant only) |
| Pillar II Cluster 4: Digital, Industry & Space collaborative calls | Horizon Europe | Varies, often multi-million | Collaborative R&D | Consortia, incl. UK |
| Quantum technology calls | EuroHPC Joint Undertaking | €119m across six calls | Platforms, testing infrastructure and pilot production | Consortia |
| Eurostars | EUREKA | Varies by country | Collaborative R&D | SMEs in an international consortium |
| Innowwide market feasibility | EUREKA | €60k | Market feasibility | Single applicant with international subcontractors |
| Quantum Flagship | European Commission | €1bn initiative (programme budget) | Research to industrial development | Researchers and businesses across Europe |
| QuantERA | National funders, co-funded by the EU | Varies (2025: €53m across 39 projects) | Transnational research | Research consortia |
| Other funding options are also available. Grant values are indicative and vary by call. | ||||
Winning Grant Funding for Quantum Technologies
“Venturenomix has been supporting Quantum innovators, and funding is available at every stage of the company lifecycle, from early prototype through to scale-up.”
Sophie Glaser-Deruelle
Quantum Sector Expert
Ready for the next steps?
We see grant funding playing a vital role at every stage, from startups developing prototypes, to scaling companies refining smart, automated solutions.
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