About the Journal

The International Journal of Quantum Technologies (IJQT) is an international, peer-reviewed scholarly journal published by NextGenIQ Press. The journal provides a multidisciplinary platform for advancing research on quantum computing, quantum communication, quantum sensing, and the engineering of quantum systems.

IJQT aims to connect advances in quantum science with the design, implementation, and application of quantum technologies. The journal welcomes theoretical, experimental, computational, and applied research that moves quantum technologies from fundamental principles towards practical systems.

Particular attention is given to research addressing quantum hardware and qubit technologies, quantum algorithms and software, quantum error correction, quantum networks and the quantum internet, quantum key distribution, quantum sensing and metrology, quantum machine learning, and post-quantum cryptography.

The journal encourages interdisciplinary research involving physics, computer science, electrical engineering, materials science, mathematics, chemistry, and related disciplines.

IJQT seeks contributions from researchers, academics, engineers, industry professionals, and policymakers worldwide.

Journal Objectives

The journal aims to:

Advance theoretical and practical understanding of quantum technologies.
Promote interdisciplinary research connecting quantum science with engineering and computing.
Examine the technological, economic, and societal implications of quantum technologies.
Encourage reproducible, verifiable, and well-benchmarked quantum research.
Provide an international platform for researchers and practitioners.
Support research addressing contemporary and emerging challenges in building practical quantum systems.

Journal Information

Full title: International Journal of Quantum Technologies (IJQT)
Publisher: NextGenIQ Press
Peer review: Double-blind peer review
Access model: Open access
License: Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)
Publication model: Continuous online publication
Language: English
Submission fee: None

Aims and Scope

The International Journal of Quantum Technologies publishes high-quality research on the science, engineering, and applications of quantum computing, communication, and sensing.

The journal is particularly interested in research that connects quantum theory with implementation, including hardware, software, benchmarking, and system integration.

Topics of Interest

IJQT welcomes submissions in areas including, but not limited to:

Quantum Computing Architectures
Superconducting, Trapped-Ion, Photonic, and Spin Qubits
Quantum Control and Control Electronics
Quantum Algorithms
Quantum Compilation and Circuit Optimization
Quantum Error Correction and Fault Tolerance
Quantum Error Mitigation
Quantum Software Stacks and Programming Languages
Quantum Simulation
Hybrid Quantum–Classical Computing
Quantum Machine Learning
Quantum Optimization
Quantum Communication
Quantum Key Distribution
Quantum Networks and the Quantum Internet
Entanglement Distribution and Quantum Repeaters
Quantum Sensing and Metrology
Quantum Imaging
Quantum Materials and Devices
Fabrication and Integration of Quantum Hardware
Post-Quantum Cryptography and Quantum-Safe Migration
Quantum Benchmarking and Verification
Applications in Chemistry, Finance, and Logistics
Quantum Technology Standards and Roadmaps
Quantum Education and Workforce Development

Interdisciplinary Contributions

Interdisciplinary contributions connecting quantum science with computer science, electrical engineering, materials science, mathematics, chemistry, or industry applications are particularly encouraged.

Editorial and Peer Review Process

Overview

IJQT is committed to maintaining a rigorous, fair, constructive, and transparent editorial process.

Step 1 — Manuscript Submission

Authors submit their manuscript through the journal's online submission system.

Step 2 — Administrative Screening

The Editorial Office checks the submission for completeness, formatting, required declarations, and basic compliance with journal requirements.

Step 3 — Editorial Assessment

The Editor-in-Chief or a designated editor evaluates the manuscript for:

Relevance to IJQT's scope
Academic quality
Originality
Contribution to knowledge
Methodological appropriateness
Overall suitability for peer review

Desk decisions

Manuscripts that clearly fall outside the journal's scope or quality requirements may be declined without external review.

Step 4 — Peer Review

Suitable manuscripts are sent to independent experts for double-blind peer review.

Reviewers evaluate aspects such as originality, methodological rigor, validity, clarity, significance, literature coverage, and contribution to the field.

Step 5 — Editorial Decision

Following peer review, the editor may recommend:

Accept
Minor Revision
Major Revision
Reject

Basis of decisions

Editorial decisions are based on the manuscript's scholarly merit and reviewer assessments. Reviewers provide recommendations, while the final publication decision remains with the responsible editor.

Step 6 — Revision

Authors receiving a revision decision should submit a revised manuscript together with a point-by-point response explaining how reviewer and editor comments have been addressed.

Step 7 — Final Decision

The revised manuscript may be accepted, returned for additional revision, sent for further peer review, or rejected.

Step 8 — Production

Accepted manuscripts undergo production processes that may include copyediting, typesetting, metadata preparation, author proofing, and final publication.

Editorial Office

Contact the Editorial Office

The Editorial Office of the International Journal of Quantum Technologies provides assistance concerning manuscript submissions, peer review, journal policies, special issues, publication procedures, and other journal-related enquiries.

General Enquiries

International Journal of Quantum Technologies

NextGenIQ Press

Email: contact@nextgeniqpress.com

Website: https://www.nextgeniqpress.com/journals/ijqt

Manuscript Enquiries

For questions regarding submissions, manuscript status, revisions, or peer review, please contact the Editorial Office at contact@nextgeniqpress.com, quoting the manuscript ID where available.

Technical Support

For difficulties with the submission platform, account access, manuscript uploads, or other technical issues, please contact the technical support team at contact@nextgeniqpress.com.

Special Issue Enquiries

Researchers interested in proposing a Special Issue should contact the Editorial Office with the proposed title, scope, Guest Editor information, and preliminary topic list.