Quantum computing is an emerging field that has the potential to tremendously progress computation in the fields of science and technology. The publication of the National Quantum Strategy by the UK government in 2023 has catalysed interested in understanding the emerging landscape of quantum technologies in healthcare. This horizon scan provides a comprehensive overview of quantum technologies that are in development or currently in use in the healthcare sector. The scan identifies technologies in clinical trials, published literature and soft intelligence sources and sets out a group of key classifications for interventions. This intelligence provides a clear picture of the landscape of emerging and existing quantum technologies, which allows health systems and policymakers to effectively plan for the introduction of novel quantum technologies.
A Horizon Scan of Emerging Quantum Technologies for use in Healthcare
This horizon scan provides a comprehensive overview of quantum technologies that are in development or currently in use in the healthcare sector. We identify quantum technologies from clinical trials, published literature and soft intelligence sources.