In 2025, to celebrate the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology, COSMOS Magazine and the Australian Institute of Physics will showcase all things quantum, inspiring the next generation of quantum pioneers.  We want quantum to be understood by everyone, the challenge is how to explain quantum physics to the younger generation as they embrace this collaborative STEM field.

Why not share your knowledge and passion for quantum through our QUANTUM EXPLAINED CHALLENGE.  Imagine you have 90 seconds or 250 words to explain your topic to a middle secondary school audience (12 – 14 years old).  Focus your content on either ‘Quantum Made Clear’ or ‘Quantum in Action’ as you share your expertise using ‘everyday language’, to help those who aren’t experts further their understanding.

COSMOS Magazine and the Australian Institute of Physics will select the best entries for inclusion in a ‘Quantum Explained’ education resource collection to be shared through COSMOS Magazine and Double Helix publications across 2025.

How to be involved:

• Select a focus area linked with ‘Quantum Made Clear’ or ‘Quantum in Action’.

Quantum Made Clear - share the science that underpins quantum, help those who       aren’t experts understand how quantum connects to the science around them.

Quantum in Action - share the ways in which quantum is shaping our world and solving global challenges, include examples of the impact quantum can bring to our lives.

• Create and submit a 90 second video or a 250-word article. All submissions must be in English.
• Find out more and submit your content using the link below. Please include your Name, Organisation, Role Title, and Contact Details. 
• Submissions must be received no later than 5pm, Monday 2^nd December 2024.

Submit Entries Here

• • be over 18 years of age at the time of content creation
  • work and/or study in a field connected with quantum science and technology (scientist, STEM educator/teacher, researcher, science communicator)
  • hold the rights to all images, sound and music included in content
  • acknowledge that all judging decisions by COSMOS Magazine and the Australian Institute of Physics are final