Paragraf and Archer Materials have announced a cooperative research and development program focused on next-generation quantum computing hardware enabled by graphene-based device platforms.
The collaboration brings together Paragraf's commercially scalable graphene platform with Archer Materials' domain expertise in quantum device architectures to advance new device structures designed to address critical challenges in quantum computing and information processing. At the core of the program is ongoing research into novel graphene device architectures for quantum bit (qubit) detection, including graphene structures capable of interfacing with emerging quantum systems. This project represents a first-of-its-kind effort, as graphene-based qubits have not yet been demonstrated at either an academic or industrial level.
One of the core challenges in quantum computing today is not just making qubits work, but scaling them. Existing systems are highly sensitive to noise, temperature and external interference, and often rely on device structures that are difficult to reproduce consistently. Graphene's exceptional electronic mobility, low noise characteristics, atomic-scale thickness, and ability to be deposited across full wafers enable structured and repeatable device layouts, positioning it as a promising material for next-generation quantum measurement and control technologies.
“Our graphene technology was developed to be manufacturable at scale while maintaining the exceptional properties of graphene” said Simon Thomas, CEO of Paragraf. “By working closely with Archer Materials, we are able to explore advanced device concepts in both quantum detection and computing that extend the capabilities of our platform”.
Archer Materials adds complementary expertise in device physics, quantum materials, and sensing application development, enabling rapid iteration of graphene‑based structures tailored to specific end‑use requirements. This cooperative approach accelerates the translation of fundamental research concepts into practical device prototypes.
Archer Materials adds complementary expertise in device physics, quantum materials, and sensing application development, enabling rapid iteration of graphene-based structures tailored to specific end-use requirements.
"This collaboration reflects our strategy of partnering with world-class technology developers to unlock the potential of advanced materials," said Simon Ruffell, CEO of Archer Materials. "Graphene offers unique advantages for both quantum devices and sensors, and Paragraf's platform provides an exceptional foundation to realize those advantages in real-world devices".
The partnership reflects graphene moving beyond promise and towards production, highlighting Paragraf's role not just in materials development, but in supporting the transition from research through to scalable manufacturing. Paragraf works with organizations like Archer at the R&D stage to develop products in areas such as next-generation quantum technology, then uses its Huntingdon fab to take those technologies and deliver them on standard large diameter wafers at industrial scale. The companies expect the collaboration to generate a pipeline of differentiated graphene-based technologies addressing emerging markets in quantum computing, advanced sensing, and next-generation electronics.
