Pioneering Quantum Fabrication, Unlocking Computational Possibilities
At Qolab, we focus on delivering high-quality qubits with best in class coherence and reliability. Our innovative approach leverages the latest semiconductor fabrication methods to make qubits, to set a new standard for the future of quantum computation.
About Us
Welcome to Qolab
Qolab is a VC-backed startup focused on developing utility-scale superconducting quantum computers. Our strategy is to partner with the best in the world in specific domain areas—state-of-the-art device fabrication, high-speed control electronics, and high-performance computing—to engineer robust systems compatible with near-term beyond classical applications and ultimately with full fault tolerance.
Our Mission
At Qolab, our mission is to spearhead collaboration across the semiconductor ecosystem to develop utility-scale superconducting quantum computers that will transform industries and enhance our understanding of the universe’s deepest mysteries.
- State-of-the-art device fabrication.
- Quantum collaborations across the semiconductor value chain
- High coherence, low crosstalk quantum chips
Culture and Approach
Hardware Engineering Mindset
Semiconductor Partnerships
Metrology, Not Mythology
Guided by Physics
Leadership Team
Alan Ho
CEO (Co Founder)
Alan Ho brings extensive experience from his role as the former Head of Product at Google Quantum AI. At Google, he led the business and product development efforts, contributing to significant advancements in the field of quantum computing. Alan played an integral role in the team that achieved the milestone of quantum supremacy, demonstrating a quantum computer’s capability to outperform classical supercomputers in specific tasks. Before founding Qolab, Alan was a Director of Product at Apigee and held senior roles at other tech companies, enhancing his expertise in product management and development.
John Martinis
CTO (Co Founder)
John Martinis is a distinguished physicist who was awarded the 2025 Nobel Prize in Physics for his groundbreaking contributions to quantum computing. With a focus on superconducting qubits, Martinis has been at the forefront of developing high-fidelity qubits essential for scalable quantum processors. Prior to founding Qolab, Martinis was a key figure behind Google’s quantum supremacy experiment, he led the hardware team that demonstrated a quantum computer outperforming the world’s best classical supercomputers. His pioneering work in quantum error correction and scalable quantum processors has significantly advanced the field. Martinis continues to inspire and mentor the next generation of quantum engineers and scientists, driving forward the practical implementation of quantum computing.
John Martinis
CTO (Co Founder)
Robert McDermott
Head of Hardware (Co Founder)
Robert McDermott is a leading physicist specializing in superconducting qubits and their application in quantum computing. He holds a Ph.D. in Physics from UC-Berkeley, where he developed novel superconducting detectors for magnetic resonance spectroscopy and imaging. He is currently a professor of physics at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he works to develop new tools for scalable quantum information processing. McDermott’s contributions to quantum measurement, quantum control, and quantum device fabrication have led to significant improvements in qubit performance.
Britton Plourde
Quantum Hardware Engineer
Britton Plourde is a renowned physicist whose contributions to quantum computing focus on superconducting qubits and quantum circuits. He earned his Ph.D. in Physics from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he conducted pioneering research in low-temperature physics and superconductivity. Prior to joining Qolab, Britton was a professor of physics at Syracuse University, where he made significant strides in enhancing qubit coherence times and reducing noise in quantum systems, key challenges in creating reliable quantum computers. Plourde has developed advanced readout and control techniques for qubits and designed efficient quantum circuits and was named a Fellow of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers in 2023 for his contributions in the development of practical quantum computing systems
Alan Ho
CEO (Co Founder)
Alan Ho brings extensive experience from his role as the former Head of Product at Google Quantum AI. At Google, he led the business and product development efforts, contributing to significant advancements in the field of quantum computing. Alan played an integral role in the team that achieved the milestone of quantum supremacy, demonstrating a quantum computer’s capability to outperform classical supercomputers in specific tasks. Before founding Qolab, Alan was a Director of Product at Apigee and held senior roles at other tech companies, enhancing his expertise in product management and development.
John Martinis
CTO (Co Founder)
John Martinis is a distinguished physicist who was awarded the 2025 Nobel Prize in Physics for his groundbreaking contributions to quantum computing. With a focus on superconducting qubits, Martinis has been at the forefront of developing high-fidelity qubits essential for scalable quantum processors. Prior to founding Qolab, Martinis was a key figure behind Google’s quantum supremacy experiment, he led the hardware team that demonstrated a quantum computer outperforming the world’s best classical supercomputers. His pioneering work in quantum error correction and scalable quantum processors has significantly advanced the field. Martinis continues to inspire and mentor the next generation of quantum engineers and scientists, driving forward the practical implementation of quantum computing.
John Martinis
CTO (Co Founder)
Robert McDermott
Head of Hardware (Co Founder)
Robert McDermott is a leading physicist specializing in superconducting qubits and their application in quantum computing. He holds a Ph.D. in Physics from UC-Berkeley, where he developed novel superconducting detectors for magnetic resonance spectroscopy and imaging. He is currently a professor of physics at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he works to develop new tools for scalable quantum information processing. McDermott’s contributions to quantum measurement, quantum control, and quantum device fabrication have led to significant improvements in qubit performance.
Britton Plourde
Quantum Hardware Engineer
Britton Plourde is a renowned physicist whose contributions to quantum computing focus on superconducting qubits and quantum circuits. He earned his Ph.D. in Physics from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he conducted pioneering research in low-temperature physics and superconductivity. Prior to joining Qolab, Britton was a professor of physics at Syracuse University, where he made significant strides in enhancing qubit coherence times and reducing noise in quantum systems, key challenges in creating reliable quantum computers. Plourde has developed advanced readout and control techniques for qubits and designed efficient quantum circuits and was named a Fellow of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers in 2023 for his contributions in the development of practical quantum computing systems
Technology
At Qolab, we are at the cutting edge of quantum computing, with a focus on developing superconducting qubits that are reliable, scalable, and capable of addressing real-world computational challenges.
- Fabrication:
Qolab uses the latest 300mm semiconductor processes, which produce better interfaces resulting in higher quality qubits.
- Scaling:
We are developing new on-chip scaling techniques to significantly lower the cost of scaling up qubits.
- Qubit Design:
Proprietary qubit designs tailored for our specific processes result in long coherence times and consistency of qubits across the wafer.
- Qubit Control:
Mature understanding of 2-qubit gate operations leading to efficient and scalable QC.
- Other Improvements:
Improvements to and know-how in designing and fabricating other non-qubit design related components of the quantum computer to reduce noise and crosstalk between components and systems.
Our Partners
At Qolab, we believe that the future of quantum computing depends on strong, strategic partnerships. The name “Qolab” comes from our ethos of Quantum Collaboration—where the combined expertise of multiple organizations drives rapid advancements.
Our Partners
At Qolab, we believe that the future of quantum computing depends on strong, strategic partnerships. The name “Qolab” comes from our ethos of Quantum Collaboration—where the combined expertise of multiple organizations drives rapid advancements.
Research
- Research
- Author Frank Arute1 , Kunal Arya1 , Ryan Babbush1 , Dave Bacon1 , Joseph C. Bardin1,2, Rami Barends1 , Rupak Biswas3 , Sergio Boixo1 , Fernando G. S. L. Brandao1,4, David A. Buell1 , Brian Burkett1 , Yu Chen1 , Zijun Chen1 , Ben Chiaro5 , Roberto Collins1 , William Courtney1 , Andrew Dunsworth1 , Edward Farhi1 , Brooks Foxen1,5, Austin Fowler1 , Craig Gidney1 , Marissa Giustina1 , Rob Graff1 , Keith Guerin1 , Steve Habegger1 , Matthew P. Harrigan1 , Michael J. Hartmann1,6, Alan Ho1 , Markus Hoffmann1 , Trent Huang1 , Travis S. Humble7 , Sergei V. Isakov1 , Evan Jeffrey1 , Zhang Jiang1 , Dvir Kafri1 , Kostyantyn Kechedzhi1 , Julian Kelly1 , Paul V. Klimov1 , Sergey Knysh1 , Alexander Korotkov1,8, Fedor Kostritsa1 , David Landhuis1 , Mike Lindmark1 , Erik Lucero1 , Dmitry Lyakh9 , Salvatore Mandrà3,10, Jarrod R. McClean1 , Matthew McEwen5 , Anthony Megrant1 , Xiao Mi1 , Kristel Michielsen11,12, Masoud Mohseni1 , Josh Mutus1 , Ofer Naaman1 , Matthew Neeley1 , Charles Neill1 , Murphy Yuezhen Niu1 , Eric Ostby1 , Andre Petukhov1 , John C. Platt1 , Chris Quintana1 , Eleanor G. Rieffel3 , Pedram Roushan1 , Nicholas C. Rubin1 , Daniel Sank1 , Kevin J. Satzinger1 , Vadim Smelyanskiy1 , Kevin J. Sung1,13, Matthew D. Trevithick1 , Amit Vainsencher1 , Benjamin Villalonga1,14, Theodore White1 , Z. Jamie Yao1 , Ping Yeh1 , Adam Zalcman1 , Hartmut Neven1 & John M. Martinis
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