The W4Q: Quantum Science Conference (Palma de Mallorca, Spain, March 23-25, 2026) brings together cutting-edge research from all areas of quantum physics: from foundations to quantum technology applications.
In the last 4 years of regular meetings, Women 4 Quantum has been growing as a network of senior scientists. We have published our Manifesto of Values (arxiv and Comm. Phys.), shared our reflections in numerous public events, and announced the W4Q association, hosted by Paris Sorbonne.
This year we are launching this international conference to promote scientific excellence through diversity, connect with early-career researchers, and create new lasting international collaborations in quantum science. We aim to offer a welcoming and friendly environment that encourages scientific exchanges. Open to everyone, regardless of gender, we especially encourage young researchers and early career researchers to join us, to get to know our community, to discuss new ideas and to present their research.
- Topics: Quantum Optics, Atomic and Molecular Physics, Many Body Quantum Physics, Quantum Information, Quantum Thermodynamics, Quantum Computation and Simulations, Quantum Sensing, Quantum Communications, Foundations and Technological Applications.
Contributions: The conference will comprise talks, posters, and a round table.
Featured talks:
Janet Anders (Universities of Exeter and Potsdam, UK and Germany)
Stefanie Barz (IQST, University of Stuttgart, Germany)
Pérola Milman (Université Paris Cité, CNRS, France)
Mio Murao (University of Tokyo, Japan)
Valentina Parigi (Laboratoire Kastler Brossel, France)
Program Committee: Almut Beige, Natalia Bruno, Maria Luisa Chiofalo, Irene D'Amico, Susana Huelga, Christiane Koch, Sabrina Maniscalco, Elisabetta Paladino, Valentina Parigi, Anna Sanpera, Paola Verrucchi, Roberta Zambrini.
Organizing committee: Roberta Zambrini, Almut Beige, Natalia Bruno, Gabriele Cenedese, Paola Verrucchi, Anna Sanpera.
- Important dates
Submission deadline EXTENDED: 28th of January 2026.
Registration deadline: 13th of February 2026.
Early hotel booking is highly recommended!
- Venue: The W4Q: Quantum Science conference will be held from March 23-25, 2026 at Auditorium Parc-BIT, Palma de Mallorca, Spain https://maps.app.goo.gl/Ah7Q2Pxpx2HuUgSP6
From Palma, the conference venue can be reached by metro from Plaza de España. Exit at the last stop Parc-BIT and walk toward the hill where the auditorium is (5-10 minutes walk). You can pay for the metro in Palma (TIB network) by tapping a contactless debit/credit card or mobile device directly on the validation barriers upon entry and exit. More information and timetable here:
All talks, including the poster flash presentations, will take place at ParcBit auditorium.
- Social dinner and poster discussion on Monday will take place in Palma at CaixaForum Palma
Following the main conference, the fourth edition of the IV Women for Quantum workshop will take place in Estellencs (25-28 March 2026).
If you need a participation certificate please contact
olga@pidelaluna.com
We would like to acknowledge the support of IFISC IT crowd
Catalonia Quantum Academy (CQA),
University of the Balearic Islands,
and EPJD.