​Quantum computing, quantum sensing, and the nuances of tech transfer from a lab to an industrial application will be the main topics discussed at this iteration of the Quantum Café.

​While the Quantum Café is usually a scientific discussion among friends and colleagues, this time we will both discuss science and ask VCs questions on how to bridge scientific thinking with an investor mindset. We will host a panel discussion allowing just that.

​Scientists:

​Dr. Kevin Mato*

​(NVIDIA, Technische Universität München)* 

​Kevin works at the intersection of quantum hardware and software, exploring how quantum computers can become usegul, efficient and reliable. His talk will be on "Taming the Qubit: Basics of Quantum Computer Calibration"

​Dr. Ingmari Tietje

​(Quantum Café Co-founder, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Technische Universität Berlin, CERN) 

​Ingmari is an experimental physicist focused on a range of topics, from atomic clocks during her postdoctoral work at HU Berlin, to characterising non-neutral antiproton-electron plasmas in the AEgIS collaboration during her doctoral studies at CERN. Her talk is titled "Quantum Computers vs. Quantum Sensors."

​Dr. Jana Lehner

​(Science2Business, Quantum Brilliance, Bitkom) 

​Jana is a key figure in the Berlin deep tech community, an enthusiast of translating science to business, and a coach and mentor for deep tech founders taking the leap from scientific discipline to ventures. Her talk will be on principles of "Science2Business"

​Venture Capitalists:

​Panel discussion : "Scientists ask questions to VCs"

​Berlin-based investors join in on the conversation, sharing insights on tech transfer, and personal experiences in deep tech investments. Moderated by Dr. Jana Lehner

• ​Jonas Sommer, Principal at Deeptech & Climate Fonds

• ​Cindy Wei, Associate at Lunar Ventures

• ​Sarah Luna Mongin, Scout at First Momentum Ventures

• ​Markus Kazmaier, Associate at LBBW VC

​Agenda:

​3:00 pm Arrival

​3:30 pm Dr. Kevin Mato's talk

​3:45 pm Dr. Ingmari Tietje's talk

​4:00 pm (break)

​4:15 pm Dr. Jana Lehner's talk

​4:30 pm Panel: Scientists ask questions to VCs

​5:00 pm Networking

​6:00 pm Finish

​​Hosted by Quantum Café, Æthos, & laser neuron™ 👾

​Sponsored by Leap Berlin, OptecBB, & Berlin Quantum

​Be ready to consume a lot of coffee (or tea)!

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​*Speakers participate in a personal capacity. Views expressed are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of their employers.