Bluefors Opens Shared Lab Facility at the UChicago Science Incubator, Expands Bluefors Lab Chicago

Bluefors has recently expanded its presence in Chicago by opening a new shared lab facility at the UChicago Science Incubator. This new addition aims to provide startups, research groups, and various organizations with enhanced access to cryogenic measurement systems, essential for the development and experimentation of quantum technologies. The new facility at Hyde Park Labs complements the existing Bluefors Lab Chicago, which was the first of its kind in the United States and was inaugurated earlier this year. The UChicago Science Incubator, a state-of-the-art 300,000 square-foot facility, not only houses Bluefors Lab but also supports a collaborative environment for academic research and science-based companies. It includes resources for early-stage ventures in life sciences, quantum technologies, clean energy, and data science.The opening of the new Bluefors Lab at Hyde Park Labs signifies a significant advancement in supporting the local quantum research ecosystem. The facility offers early-stage startups, academics, and students flexible access to cryogenic measurement systems that enable hands-on experimentation, helping to lower barriers for innovation in quantum technology development. Bluefors’ cryogenic measurement systems are vital for researchers as they operate at ultra-low temperatures critical for advancements in quantum computing, sensing, and communications. The lab is equipped with an LD400He Measurement System, known for its versatility and high cooling power, suitable for experiments within the 1 K range. Additionally, the lab will provide a range of measurement electronics, including Quantum Machines’ OPX 1000 hybrid control systems, to further support quantum technology research. With the technical staff from Bluefors managing the lab and its infrastructure, users will benefit from expert guidance as they navigate their projects in this cutting-edge environment.