November 14, 2025
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he Magneto-Optics in Quantum Light and Matter conference returned this year with renewed energy, expanded participation, and an unmistakable sense of momentum across the quantum research community. Hosted at the National Physical Laboratory (NPL) and organized in partnership with Quantum Design, the two-day event brought together leading scientists exploring the frontiers of magneto-optics — from high magnetic fields and cryogenic temperatures to ultrafast light–matter interactions.
A highlight of the conference was the recognition of exceptional contributions from early-career and senior researchers alike. These presentations showcased the diversity of research advancing the field — from nanoribbon-based quantum emitters to pulsed-field magneto-optical phenomena and reconfigurable excitonic materials.
- The Best Contribution Prize was awarded to Robin Nicholas (University of Oxford) for his talk, "Magneto-optical spectroscopy of single photon emission from new exciton states in Cove edged individual graphene nanoribbons."
- The Poster Prize went to Bei Sun of the International MegaGauss Science Laboratory, Institute for Solid State Physics at the University of Tokyo, for the poster "Giant Magneto-Optical Response in LiNiPO4 under Pulsed High Magnetic Fields."
- The Runner-up Poster Prize was awarded to Zhe Li (Heriot-Watt University) for the work "Band Structure and Confined Interlayer Excitons in Switchable Ferroelectric R-WSe2 Bilayers."
With discussions ranging from new instrumentation techniques to the next generation of quantum materials, the conference reaffirmed the vital role of collaboration between academia, national laboratories, and industry. The shared insights, new partnerships, and emerging ideas signal a bright future for magneto-optical science.
As momentum builds and the community grows, the Magneto-Optics in Quantum Light and Matter event is poised to continue shaping the direction of the field – inspiring innovation today and setting the stage for breakthroughs tomorrow.
"As one of the organizers and the local host, I couldn't be happier to see the energy, curiosity, and collaborative spirit that everyone has brought to this conference. A heartfelt thank you to all our 30+ presenters and session chairs from 12 countries across Europe, North America, and Asia for sharing such exceptional magneto-optics research. Your contributions showcased the depth and momentum of this vibrant community."
Nathaniel Huáng
PI in Quantum Light and Matter
National Physics Laboratory
"As one of the organizers, I was particularly proud of the opportunity to open up NPL's Qlimate facility, showcasing Quantum Design's OptiCool® system and how advanced instrumentation drives cutting-edge quantum science. The collaborative spirit over the two days, the inspiring science, and the formation of new partnerships make me confident that we have once again laid the groundwork for many exciting developments in quantum measurement and magneto-optical research."
Stefano Spanga
Vice President of Strategy and Innovation
Quantum Design
"Over the two days at NPL, it became clear how deeply the quantum research community is pushing the boundaries of what's possible — from ultrafast light–matter interactions to extreme-field magneto-optical phenomena … Events like this underscore the importance of bringing together innovators from academia and industry — not just to share knowledge, but to imagine what's next in quantum science."
Luke Nicholls
Acting Managing Director
Quantum Design UK and Ireland
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