Quantum technology is expected to play a decisive role in enhancing national security and bolstering further scientific discovery. A team of scientists, led by J.T. Shen at Washington University in St. Louis, is seeking to boost quantum information science and technology, particularly in the emerging areas of quantum computation and communication.
Press release: https://engineering.wustl.edu/news/2018/Shen-leads-team-seeking-to-improve-quantum-computation.html