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IonQ and University of Maryland Expand QLab Collaboration to Advance Quantum Networking and Research
COLLEGE PARK, MD, April 13, 2026--IonQ (NYSE: IONQ), the leading quantum platform company, and the University of Maryland (UMD) today announced a multi-year expansion of their partnership through the National Quantum Laboratory (QLab), extending their joint efforts in quantum computing, quantum networking, and workforce development.
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