Heriot-Watt University is a driving force in quantum and photonics, delivering transformative technologies that are already reshaping key sectors—from healthcare and communications to advanced manufacturing and sustainability. With a heritage grounded in engineering excellence and a reputation for turning research into real-world solutions, the University is at the forefront of this rapidly advancing field.

Through long-standing collaborations with industry, government, and academic partners, Heriot-Watt is leading innovation in secure quantum communications, satellite connectivity, biomedical photonics, and more. Its researchers are powering everything from ultrafast cancer detection techniques to nature-inspired solar lasers that could support deep-space exploration.

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