Quantum concepts hold the potential to enable significant advances in sensing and imaging technologies that could be vital to the study of biological systems. The workshop Quantum Science Concepts in Enhancing Sensing and Imaging Technologies: Applications for Biology, held online March 8-10, 2021, was organized to examine the research and development needs to advance biological applications of quantum technology. Hosted by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, the event brought together experts working on state-of-the-art, quantum-enabled technologies and scientists who are interested in applying these technologies to biological systems. Through talks, panels, and discussions, the workshop facilitated a better understanding of the current and future biological applications of quantum-enabled technologies in fields such as microbiology, molecular biology, cell biology, plant science, mycology, and many others. This publication summarizes the presentation and discussion of the workshop.

Table of Contents


Front Matter
Overview
1 Introduction
2 Quantum in Biology
3 Quantum for Biology
4 Biology for Quantum
5 Education, Training, and Workforce Needs
References
Appendix A: Statement of Task
Appendix B: Workshop Agenda
Appendix C: Organizing Committee Biographies
Appendix D: Poster Presentations
Appendix E: Acronyms and Abbreviations
Appendix F: Tools and Technologies