Quantum lab

Quantum potential you can count on.

Quantum will be the next defining technological shift – ultimately allowing us to solve the unsolvable. The time to act is now. Capgemini’s Quantum Lab plays a essential role in this evolution. Our world-class expertise and strong ecosystem of partners, clients and academic institutions focus on practical progress by taking measured steps that create sustainable value across domains of quantum chemistry, post-quantum cryptography and quantum computing.

With a long‑term, application‑driven perspective, we prioritize real business outcomes over theoretical advantage, guiding leaders toward a quantum‑ready future with clarity, confidence, and purpose. We achieve this by:

  • Combining deep quantum expertise with an application‑driven, platform‑agnostic approach grounded in research and hands‑on insight.
  • Leveraging the broader ecosystem to integrate quantum initiatives into scalable, real‑world enterprise systems.
  • Supporting domain‑specific progress from experimentation to enterprise‑ready integration and sustainable value from quantum technologies.

Our lab focuses on quantum chemistry and materials, safety in the quantum era and quantum foundations.

Our areas of focus

Quantum chemistry and materials
Quantum chemistry uses advanced computational methods to understand and design new molecules and materials.
Multiscale frameworks replace trial‑and‑error experimentation, allowing our researchers to connect atomic‑level insights to real‑world performance, creating a faster and more precise path to scientific discovery for our clients.
Safety in the quantum era
Quantum safety is about putting the right controls and technologies in place to stay secure as threats evolve. With post-quantum cryptography, we design and support our clients’ implementation roadmaps by managing risk, enhancing resilience, and ensuring compliance. We focus on upgrading real systems, replacing vulnerable encryption, and hardening critical workflows.
Quantum foundations
Quantum foundations build a clear, technology agnostic view of quantum and advanced computing. We assess maturity and feasibility through resource estimation, hardware comparisons, and new computational models. This helps organizations distinguish long‑term potential from near‑term reality.

Collaborating with an ecosystem of partners

We know that unlocking quantum’s full potential requires collaboration. That’s why we work closely with global enterprises like IBM, pioneering startups like Pasqal, leading research institutions like King’s College of London to accelerate innovation. Initiatives like EQUALITY and ALMANAQ keep us deeply and actively  connected to the quantum research community helping us stay at the forefront of tech advencement. Our partner ecosystem gives clients access to capabilities that would be impossible to assemble alone, allowing them to benefit from advanced quantum hardware, cutting‑edge research, and platform‑agnostic technologies that let them experiment, validate, and scale.

Our quantum partnerships

    Capgemini and Pasqal

    Pasqal is a pioneer in quantum computing, known for creating innovative quantum processors using neutral atoms arranged in 2D and 3D structures.

    We are an IBM Quantum hub

    How Capgemini is working with IBM to advance industry applications of quantum computing.

    Capgemini and Instituto de Telecomunicações

    Capgemini and Instituto de Telecomunicações join forces to advance security in a quantum future.

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      FAQ

      What is Capgemini’s Quantum Lab and what does it offer?

      Capgemini’s Quantum Lab is the company’s dedicated team and platform for quantum technology innovation. It offers expertise in quantum computing, quantum chemistry simulations, and post-quantum cryptography. The lab focuses on applying quantum breakthroughs to real business challenges – for example, optimizing complex supply chains or developing quantum-safe security solutions – all with an application-driven approach that ensures practical, sustainable results.

      Quantum computing can solve certain complex problems much faster than classical computers. For businesses, this means the potential to optimize operations (like route logistics or portfolio optimization), discover new materials or drugs through quantum chemistry, and improve AI by tackling computations that are infeasible today. Capgemini’s Quantum Lab helps organizations identify these high-impact use cases and prepare for a quantum-enabled future in a practical, risk-managed way.

      Quantum chemistry uses quantum computers to model molecular and chemical interactions at a highly detailed level. This can dramatically improve tasks like drug discovery, material design (e.g., creating more efficient batteries), and chemical process optimization. Capgemini’s Quantum Lab specializes in quantum chemistry simulations, helping clients in pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, and energy explore innovative solutions that traditional computing can’t easily achieve.

      Post-quantum cryptography (PQC) refers to cryptographic algorithms that are secure against quantum attacks. It matters because future quantum computers could break widely used encryption (like RSA and ECC). Capgemini’s Quantum Lab guides organizations in transitioning to quantum-safe encryption – implementing new PQC algorithms and strategies – to protect sensitive data and communications ahead of the quantum era.

      Capgemini’s Quantum Lab emphasizes practical progress and business value. Unlike a pure research outfit, we combine deep quantum expertise with industry experience to take measured steps – from proofs-of-concept to scalable solutions. Our approach is platform-agnostic and collaborative: we work with leading quantum hardware/software partners and academic institutions to integrate quantum capabilities into real-world enterprise systems. The result is a clear, purpose-driven roadmap to becoming quantum-ready, tailored to each organization’s goals.

      You can begin with a quantum opportunity assessment or a workshop. Capgemini’s team will help identify use cases where quantum techniques (computing, chemistry, or cryptography) could provide value. Then, we typically run a pilot or prototype project to demonstrate feasibility. Through this process – supported by our ecosystem of partners and our in-house R&D – we help your organization build quantum capabilities step by step, ensuring you develop skills and infrastructure to confidently leverage quantum technology as it matures.

      Meet our experts

      Julian van Velzen

      Julian van Velzen

      Head of Capgemini’s Quantum Lab
      As the central coordinator for quantum and quantum-safe technologies at Capgemini, Julian van Velzen also leads Capgemini’s Quantum Lab. This global network unites experts, partners, and facilities to drive forward quantum innovation. Julian directs the research agenda and oversees the successful delivery of client projects. With a foundation in condensed-matter physics, he actively contributes to the broader CTIO community.
      Phalgun Lolur

      Phalgun Lolur

      Head Scientist, Capgemini’s Quantum Lab and Scientific Quantum Development Lead, Capgemini Engineering
      Phalgun leads Capgemini’s quantum lab team, focusing on projects that merge chemistry, physics, materials science, data science, and quantum computing. He is a Royal Society-endorsed expert in theoretical and computational chemistry, quantum mechanics, and quantum computing. Phalgun is dedicated to integrating quantum computing with existing methods and building workflows to solve major challenges in the physical and life sciences.
      James Cruise

      James Cruise

      Head of Quantum Algorithms, Cambridge Consultants, part of Capgemini Invent 
      James leads a team developing quantum computing capability to support future client needs, also creating demonstrators showcasing both the future potential of quantum computing and challenges in realizing its potential. He has over 5 years of experience in quantum computing in both start-up and consultancy environments.
      Franziska Wolff

      Franziska Wolff

      Professional II, Altran Deutschland S.A.S. Co. KG
      With my strong academic background in Quantum Chemistry and Life Sciences, I am proud to bring quantum technology to the next level by finding use cases and actively exploring new possibilities for quantum computing in the industry. With my knowledge from my PhD in Theoretical Chemistry about quantum chemical simulations of light-triggered processes in complex environments, combined with my experience in the successful implementation of projects in the field of data science and data quality, I am excited to embark on the future of quantum computers and implement successful projects.
      Adrian Neal

      Adrian Neal

      Senior Director, Post-Quantum Cryptography & Data Security
      Adrian Neal, a two-time NATO Defence Innovation Challenge winner, is a globally recognized cybersecurity expert and Senior Director at Capgemini. With an Oxford Master’s degree in Software Engineering, he has 40 years of experience across multiple sectors worldwide.
      Camille de Valk

      Camille de Valk

      Quantum optimisation expert
      As a physicist leading research at Capgemini’s Quantum Lab, Camille specializes in applying physics to real-world problems, particularly in the realm of quantum computing. His work focuses on finding applications in optimization with neutral atoms quantum computers, aiming to accelerate the use of near-term quantum computers. Camille’s background in econophysics research at a Dutch bank has taught him the value of applying physics in various contexts. He uses metaphors and interactive demonstrations to help non-physicists understand complex scientific concepts. Camille’s ultimate goal is to make quantum computing accessible to the general public.
      Iftikhar Ahmed

      Iftikhar Ahmed

      Quantum Lead, Capgemini Invent
      Iftikhar is the Quantum Lead at Capgemini Invent, where he spearheads Invent’s global quantum initiatives and is part of the Next Frontier Portfolio Team. As a Core Team Member of Capgemini’s Quantum Lab Iftikhar has been at the forefront of the lab’s go-to-market strategy since its establishment, overseeing the funding and management of some of the lab’s most significant projects. In addition, Iftikhar is also responsible for the Quantum Lab’s advisory services. He works closely with clients and Capgemini Account Teams to identify how quantum technologies can be used to meet the business needs of our most ambitious clients and help them to best progress in their Quantum Journey.