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Material Challenges for Superconducting Quantum Chips

In this article, IDTechEx Technology Analyst Noah El Alami explores the material and fabrication challenges in scaling up quantum computers and sensors based on superconducting chips.

Cerca Magnetics

Cerca Magnetics has developed a wearable brain-scanning solution using OPM quantum sensors. CEO David Woolger presented on recent progress at the 4th Annual Commercializing Quantum Global in 2025.

Avery Dennison

Founded in 1935, Avery Dennison is a global materials science company and the largest provider of RFID inlays and intelligent labelling, holding more than 1,500 patents and pending patent applications related to RFID and intelligent labeling technologies. The company operates in over 50 countries and employs more than 35,000 people. In 2024, it generated US$8.3 billion in revenue. The Solutions Group, which includes the company's RFID operations, accounted for US$2.7 billion, or 31 percent of the total. IDTechEx spoke to Michiel Arends, Director of Strategy at Avery Dennison, to gain insights into the company's strategic direction, growth priorities, and outlook for RFID adoption across key sectors.

RobQuant

RobQuant is a UK-based company developing solid-state quantum magnetometers, primarily aiming for use in healthcare applications. IDTechEx Technology Analyst Noah El Alami attended its presentation and spoke with Senior Researcher Dr Joe Smith at the UKRI Quantum Sensing in Predictive Health and Early Diagnosis Workshop in October 2024.

QZabre

QZabre is an ETH Zurich spin-off founded in 2018, producing the full design, build and fabrication of nitrogen-vacancy diamond quantum microscopes and scanning microscopy tips. CEO Dr Gabriel Puebla Hellman spoke at the QBN Quantum Leadership Session: Quantum Sensing Use Cases, attended by IDTechEx Technology Analyst Noah El Alami.

Cerca Magnetics

Cerca Magnetics has developed a wearable brain-scanning solution using quantum sensors. Tess Skyrme, Senior Technology Analyst at IDTechEx, interviewed Special Projects Manager Chris Mariani. The company was founded in 2020 and is UK based.

Wearable Quantum Sensors Measure Brain Activity While We Sleep & Move

New quantum sensors measuring brain activity have the potential to revolutionize our understanding of how humans respond to sleep, movement, diet, and aging.

Sustainable Battery has Biodegradable Electrolyte Made From Crab Shell

Accelerating demand for renewable energy and electric vehicles is sparking a high demand for the batteries that store generated energy and power engines. But the batteries behind these sustainability solutions aren't always sustainable themselves. Scientists have now created a zinc battery with a biodegradable electrolyte from an unexpected source—crab shells.

Eco Wave Power Commences Test Runs of its Newest EWP-EDF Project

Eco Wave Power Global has officially commenced test runs of its newly installed wave energy pilot project at the Port of Jaffa in Tel Aviv, Israel.

Squid Skin Inspires UV Radiation Sensing Wearable

The researchers expect that people will use this device to monitor sun exposure, but the sensor also could be used in other situations where there's utility to measuring light exposure. For example, UV radiation is often used to sterilize environments. These stickers could be used to indicate when a surface has been exposed to UV radiation for long enough to be fully sterilized.

New Record of 25.8% Conversion Efficiency of Perovskite Solar Cells

A research team has set a new efficiency record for a perovskite solar cell at 25.8% by forming an interlayer between electron-transporting and perovskite layers to minimize interfacial defects, contributing to the decrease in the power conversion efficiencies.

SES

SES, formerly known as SolidEnergy Systems, used to pursue solid-state Li-Metal technology. SolidEnergy was a spin out from MIT founded in 2012 by Dr. Qichao Hu. It was incubated at A123 in its early years. In 2015, Dr Hu realized that all solid-state batteries look good on paper but have fundamental difficulties in real cell production. Then in 2018, the company changed its name to SES after restructuring, addressing its focus on hybrid approach with high-concentration solvent-in-salt liquid electrolyte, solid-state protection coating for Li-Metal anode and AI software to monitor the battery health. The hybrid approach also has a more practical mass manufacturing capability.

Rheumatoid Arthritis Treated with Implanted Cells That Release Drug

With a goal of developing rheumatoid arthritis therapies with minimal side effects, researchers at have genetically engineered cells that, when implanted in mice, will deliver a biologic drug in response to inflammation.

Tiny Robot Earns World Record

The creator hopes his robots can someday be used to solve tricky engineering problems by emulating talented creatures like squid or mice that can seamlessly squeeze themselves like liquid into tight places. Biology, particularly insects, still surpass their robotic counterparts in almost every aspect, but he hopes to develop robots in the next decade that are significantly better at mimicking natural systems.

Work on Sea Wall Begins for Landmark EWP-EDF One Wave Energy Project

Eco Wave Power has officially commenced preparation works for installation of floaters on the sea wall of the Port of Jaffa, Israel.

New Technology Makes Foldable Solar Cells a Reality

With the recent development of foldable mobile phone screens, research on foldable electronics has never been so intensive. One particularly useful application of the foldable technology is in solar panels.

Eco Wave Power Engineering Permit for EWP-EDF One Project

In a significant regulatory milestone, Eco Wave Power secured the engineering coordination permit from the Municipality of Tel-Aviv Jaffa needed for the cement works and installation of ten floaters for the EWP-EDF One wave energy project in the Port of Jaffa, Israel.

Squid Inspired Robot Swims with Marine Animals

Scientists have developed a flexible underwater robot that can propel itself through water in the same style as nature's most efficient swimmer - the Aurelia aurita jellyfish.