Aims & Scope

Aims:

Quantum Photonics and Nanoscience Technology (QPNT) is an international, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to advancing the science, engineering, and industrial development of quantum photonics. The journal's mission is to publish research spanning the entire innovation chain, from fundamental scientific discoveries to technologies that enable commercial products and societal impact. The journal provides a platform where physicists, materials scientists, engineers, chemists, life scientists, and industrial researchers can publish interdisciplinary work that accelerates translation of quantum photonics from lab to real-world applications. QPNT is published quarterly online by Scilight Press.

We welcome both fundamental and applied research, recognizing that breakthrough technologies emerge through close interaction between basic science, device innovation, systems engineering, manufacturing, and industrial deployment. The journal publishes original research articles, reviews, perspectives, short communications, and technology roadmaps.

Scope:

  • Quantum optics and photonics
  • Quantum materials and nanoscience
  • Single-photon and quantum light sources
  • Materials and devices design and processing
  • Semiconductor and superconducting materials
  • Nanostructures and quantum emitters
  • Single-photon detectors and quantum sensors
  • Integrated quantum photonic devices and circuits
  • Systems and technologies
  • Quantum communication
  • Quantum computing hardware
  • Quantum sensing, imaging, and spectroscopy
  • Cryogenic and hybrid quantum systems
  • Technology translation and industrialization
  • Photonic integration and scalable manufacturing
  • Packaging, testing, and reliability
  • Standards and metrology
  • Technology transfer, commercialization, and industrial applications
  • From discovery to deployment

A distinguishing feature of Quantum Photonics and Nanoscience Technology is its emphasis on the complete pathway from scientific discovery to industrial implementation. The journal encourages submissions covering every stage of technology maturation, including:

  • Fundamental scientific discoveries
  • Novel materials and nanostructures
  • Device concepts and fabrication
  • Integrated systems and instrumentation
  • Manufacturing technologies
  • Technology transfer and commercialization
  • Industrial deployment and societal applications

Research demonstrating collaboration between academia, research institutes, healthcare, government laboratories, and industry is particularly encouraged.

Quantum photonics is becoming a foundational technology, with applications in communications, computing, sensing, healthcare, advanced manufacturing, and beyond. Realizing its full potential requires close integration of fundamental research with engineering innovation and industrial development.

QPNT aims to become the leading international journal dedicated to this complete innovation ecosystem. By publishing outstanding interdisciplinary research across all stages of technology readiness, the journal seeks to accelerate the development, translation, and global adoption of quantum photonic technologies.