Congresswoman Tenney Congratulates Rome Lab on New Quantum Research Designation

Utica, New York – Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-22) released the following statement regarding Rome Lab's designation as the Quantum Information Science Research Center for the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force, an exciting new development for our region.

"Rome Lab is truly a world class hub of high-tech research and innovation. The Lab's new designation by the U.S. Air Force as a Quantum Information Science Research Center will open up new federal funding opportunities for Rome and further cement our region's position as a leader in the critically important field of quantum technology," said Congresswoman Tenney. "This win for our community is the result of continued collaboration between federal, state, and local officials who work closely with strong advocates like the CNY Defense Alliance. Together we are laser focused on fighting for Rome, advancing our nation's cyber defenses, and investing in our region." 

“Rome Lab’s designation as the Quantum Information Science Research Center for the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force further solidifies their commitment to groundbreaking research and development in quantum computing technology," said Rome Mayor Jacqueline M. Izzo. "This designation was made possible by the strong collaboration of our federal, state and local officials along with the CNY Defense Alliance. With the introduction of Innovare Advancement Center and the additional funding dedicated for quantum research at AFRL, new partnerships will be forged in cybersecurity to assist our country’s defense and further the Air Force’s investment in our world class laboratory."

"AFRL Information Directorate has pioneered Quantum Information Science research and development with the strong support provided by the CNY Defense Alliance and federal partners," said Mary Carol Chruscicki, CNY Defense Alliance Executive Director. "Before quantum was in our vocabulary, AFRL recognized it was a game changing technology that will enable capabilities not achievable with today’s computers. This designation as the Quantum Information Science Research Center for the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Command is an endorsement of Rome Lab's global leadership in a technical area that is critical to our warfighter and our country."  

According to the Air Force, this designation will provide Rome Lab with access to new fiscal year 2020 funds that were granted under the Defense Quantum Information Science Research and Development Program within a previously passed National Defense Authorization Act. The increased federal funding will assist Rome Lab in launching new partnerships to advance its research into quantum science applications. 

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