The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Communications Technology Laboratory (CTL) is developing strategic roadmaps to guide research and development in key communication technologies over the next five to seven years. These roadmaps will focus on six priority areas, including quantum communications, spectrum science, metrology and calibration, 6G wireless communications, autonomous systems, and public safety communications. The goal is to address technical challenges, close gaps, and drive innovation in these emerging fields.
In quantum communications, NIST CTL is advancing research in quantum sensing, computing, and networking. This includes developing tools for scalable quantum systems, improving measurement accuracy with quantum-based standards, and creating secure quantum communication networks. For 6G wireless technology, CTL is working on AI-native network architectures, improving security, and building testbeds to support next-generation connectivity. The roadmaps will help ensure U.S. leadership in these technologies by aligning research with industry needs and future trends. These efforts are expected to shape the development of quantum and communication technologies over the coming years.
Source: https://www.nist.gov/ctl/ctl-roadmapping
Keywords: quantum communications, quantum metrology, quantum networking
