EPFL Researcher Receives Grants to Launch QanovaTech Focusing on Low-Noise Quantum Amplifiers
Simone Frasca has been awarded 100k CHF from the EPFL Quantum Innogrant to support his startup, QanovaTech, in collaboration with ETH Zurich. The Sciencepreneur status allows him to continue lab work while developing the company and securing additional grants from Innosuisse and NCCR SPINnovate. QanovaTech aims to produce traveling wave parametric amplifiers for quantum computing, with incorporation expected by mid-2026. The supportive environment at EPFL has facilitated Frasca's entrepreneurial journey.
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Simone Frasca received a 100k CHF EPFL Quantum Innogrant for his startup QanovaTech, developed in collaboration with ETH Zurich. As a Sciencepreneur, he can work in the lab while building the company and has also secured Innosuisse and NCCR SPINnovate grants.
QanovaTech focuses on creating traveling wave parametric amplifiers for quantum computing, addressing a market gap for low-noise, versatile devices. The company aims to incorporate by mid-2026, currently testing prototypes in multiple laboratories. EPFL's supportive environment, including assistance from the Startup Launchpad and scientific advisors, has been crucial for Frasca's entrepreneurial path.
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