The Illinois Quantum Ecosystem with Harley Johnson
From The New Quantum Era - innovation in quantum computing, science and technology by Sebastian Hassinger
March 2, 2026 · 40 min · Episode 82
About this episode
Harley Johnson discusses the development of the world's largest dedicated quantum technology park on a former steel mill site.
What does it take to build the world's largest dedicated quantum technology park — on the site of a former steel mill? Harley Johnson is leading that effort, and the answer involves equal parts materials science, economic development, and a 30-year bet on quantum that's finally paying off.
People in this episode
Host: Sebastian Hassinger
Guest: Harley Johnson
Topics covered
- quantum technology
- materials science
- economic development
- innovation
- technology park
Keywords
- quantum technology
- Illinois Quantum Ecosystem
- materials science
- economic development
- technology park
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Illinois Quantum Ecosystem
Places: former steel mill
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