Dear all,

Join us for the next QUBITS Seminar on June 16, 2025, where Assistant Professor Julia Cramer (Dept. of Computer Science, AU) will give a talk entitled:

How to talk about quantum; about framing, metaphors and engagement on quantum science and technologies

Date: June 16, 2025
Time: 14:15–16:00
Location: Dept. of Chemistry, Aud I (1514-213)
Format: 45-minute talk followed by refreshments

All are welcome! Drinks and snacks will be served after the talk.

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ABSTRACT

Quantum science and technologies are advancing rapidly, but what about public understanding and engagement? In this talk, Julia Cramer—leader of the Quantum and Society research group at Leiden University—addresses the importance of involving society in the quantum revolution.

She shares insights from empirical studies on how quantum is framed in TEDx talks and news media, explores the metaphors used to describe quantum concepts, and presents findings from a quantum exhibition at a large music festival in the Netherlands.

In a time of growing science skepticism, this talk highlights how communication, framing and dialogue are key to building societal relevance and trust in emerging quantum technologies.

This is a shortened version of the abstract. The full version is available here: https://projects.au.dk/quantum/qubit-seminars

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We look forward to seeing you there.

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On behalf of the QUBITS Seminar Committee,

Jill Miwa (PHYS, iNANO), Tobias Weidner (CHEM, iNANO), Victoria Birkedal (CHEM, iNANO), Jaco van de Pol (CS), Christian Pascal Hirsch (MATH), and Andreas Roepstorff (AIAS, ARTS).

Best regards,

Lise (Quantum Campus Aarhus Coordinator)

Med venlig hilsen / Best regards,

Lise Refstrup Linnebjerg Pedersen

Special Consultant, MSc, PhD, Dip. Com.

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