Nano Qt
Founded 2022 · 24 employees on LinkedIn · 2 known investors
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NanoQT (Nanofiber Quantum Technologies) develops quantum interconnect hardware based on a proprietary ultra-low-loss nanofiber cavity that uses cavity quantum electrodynamics to link quantum processing units via photons. Its technology targets neutral-atom quantum computing and networked, modular quantum systems, aiming to enable scalable quantum computing and secure quantum communication.
Founders & leadership
Nano Qt was founded in 2022 by Masashi Hirose, Akihisa Goban, and Takao Aoki.
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Masashi HiroseCo-founder & CEOMasashi Hirose co-founded NanoQT, which develops quantum interconnect hardware based on nanofiber cavity quantum electrodynamics technology. He holds an academic background in quantum physics and prior professional experience in management consulting.
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Takao AokiCo-founder & CSO
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Richard OgawaGeneral Counsel
Investors · 2
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Nano Qt do?
- NanoQT (Nanofiber Quantum Technologies) develops quantum interconnect hardware based on a proprietary ultra-low-loss nanofiber cavity that uses cavity quantum electrodynamics to link quantum processing units via photons. Its technology targets neutral-atom quantum computing and networked, modular quantum systems, aiming to enable scalable quantum computing and secure quantum communication.
- Who founded Nano Qt?
- Nano Qt was founded by Masashi Hirose, Akihisa Goban, Takao Aoki in 2022.
- Who are Nano Qt's investors?
- Nano Qt's investors include Phoenix Venture Partners, Waseda University Ventures.




