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Where Ideas
Become Companies

The Q-Cat Venture Studio is designed for one purpose: to help quantum breakthroughs grow into real businesses. We pick the best ideas in quantum science and lower the barriers for new technologies to enter the marketplace. With shared labs, specialized tools, and a team that knows how to bridge science and industry, we bring quatum technologies into the real world.

Our Process

From breakthrough discovery to independent company — a proven path for quantum innovation

1

Identification

Identification of promising technology

2

Technical Project

Creation of a technical development project

3

Business Case

Business case exploration + partnership development

4

Contracts

Obtain government and commercial contracts/grants

5

Company Formation

Company Formation — Q-Cat holds equity

6

Key Staff

Identification of key first staff (CEO, CTO)

7

First Funding

First funding round

8

IP Development

Additional IP + partnership development

9

Early Growth

Early growth of company with shared resources from Q-Cat

10

Go-to-Market

Go-to-market strategy + MVP development

11

Additional Funding

Raise additional funding (public & private)

12

Independence

Independence from Q-Cat — Q-Cat holds equity and board seat

Inside the Venture Studio

At Q-Cat, our scientists and advisors expertly guide every step in company creation. Our scientists use quantum-grade equipment to refine prototypes and test ideas. We create the intellectual property and early partnerships that leads to successful companies. Finally, through expert market research and input from top investors, when we create company, we know the market will respond.

Location Advantage

From our home in Maryland's Discovery District—steps from the University of Maryland and just minutes from Washington, D.C.—we are a unique ecosystem of research, government, and industry. It's a place where state support for innovation meets direct access to federal agencies and national security partners.

Get Funding or Technology

Our Venture Studio thrives on partnerships, whether for early-stage research, company creation, or business development. Our partners are key to Q-Cat's success.

Partners

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