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[ishallcallhimsquishy-badsquishy]

Had a precious few minutes outside today in between class and finishing an assignment 💜. #edinburgh #heriotwatt #university #campuslife #swans #somajestic #gottapreenthosefeathers #sunnyday #isitalochorabigpond #whoknows #photography #photographyislife (at Heriot-Watt University)

[arratextiles]

#tbt to my first ever collection in 2nd year of university. Still lots of colour but I hadn't quite figured out the patterns at this point! . . . #tbt #handweaving #handloom #textiles #weaving #wool #bespoke #collection #zerowaste #craftwithconscience #ethicallymade #handmade #madeinscotland #heriotwatt #university #learningbydoing #arratextiles (at Arra Textiles)

[mulg-blog]

[govindhtech]

Heriot-Watt Optical Ground Station invests £2.5M In QKD

Watt-Heriot Optical Ground Station

The first UK quantum satellite research centre is launched by Heriot-Watt University.

The first UK optical ground station for quantum key distribution (QKD) was announced by Heriot-Watt University to allow exceptionally secure satellite-to-ground communication using single photons.

The Heriot-Watt Optical Ground Station (HOGS) at Edinburgh's Research Park cost £2.5 million (about $3.3 million). As part of the Quantum Communications Hub, HOGS is the UK's first major infrastructure investment in free-space quantum key distribution research.

Quantum key distribution uses quantum mechanics to secure keys, unlike conventional communication methods that use complex mathematics. This prevents future quantum computers from deciphering it.

Dr. Ross Donaldson, Heriot-Watt's Institute of Photonics and Quantum Sciences project head, stated HOGS allows space-ground QKD research. He says this method creates encryption keys that cannot be intercepted or attacked secretly.

UK quantum plan is expected to include HOGS. The Heriot-Watt-led Integrated Quantum Networks Hub will use it as a key testbed. Future quantum internet components that merge fibre and free-space communications can be certified and space-ground interfaces tested at the facility.

Professor Tim Spiller, Director of the Quantum Communications Hub, called the HOGS experiments a “key next step” in establishing satellite capabilities, emphasising their importance to global data security. Professor Gerald Buller, Director of the Integrated Quantum Networks Hub, said HOGS's direct fiber-optic links to the university's quantum labs enable previously impossible research and help the UK lead quantum networking.

The facility has a 70-centimeter tracking telescope and a 40-centimeter backup telescope for imaging. High-fidelity quantum communications with satellites will soon be possible with modern adaptive optics and single-photon detectors. Due to its high latitude, Heriot-Watt can follow polar orbiting satellites and debris, improving detection and observation windows.

HOGS creates a versatile “living laboratory” by directly integrating with Heriot-Watt’s dark fibre network. This integration speeds up innovative technology testing and deployment for scientists and industrial users by mimicking several networks.

In addition to cybersecurity studies, HOGS will detect and characterise space debris, a significant concern as satellite networks develop. High-speed classical optical communications for 6G and other terrestrial network technologies will also be studied.

UK National Quantum Technologies Programme of Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council supported the facility. This initiative involves Heriot-Watt, Bristol, Strathclyde, and York universities. The Science and Technology Facilities Council's RAL Space supports engineering.

Deputy Principal of Business and Enterprise Professor Gillian Murray called the facility a “economic catalyst” for Scotland's growing space and quantum industries. Commercial research and development in optics, sensors, and secure communications systems can be made easier by employing its shared infrastructure.Because of its position within the Research Park, which includes space-focused companies like Celestia UK, the facility promotes co-location to speed up technology transfer between academics and business. This connection helps data-vulnerable industries including healthcare, finance, and infrastructure.

Educational outreach and workforce development are HOGS priorities. The centre will conduct school visits, demonstrate satellite tracking and quantum physics, and provide undergraduate and PhD students real experience to boost the number of quantum and space engineers in the country. We invite firms and researchers to discuss cooperation.

HOGS has improved quantum communications and space research in the UK, putting Heriot-Watt University and the nation at the forefront of safe, cutting-edge global networks.

For more details visit govindhtech.com

[dailystraitsdotcom]

Heriot-Watt University Malaysia's Chair of Board of Directors, Datuk Yasmin Mahmood joined @dailystraits Editor @junesairaramli for an insightful podcast session. During the interview, our visionary leader, Datuk Yasmin shared her inspiring story on her ‘true north’ including her experiences working with various global technology giants, impactful leadership, and women empowerment insights as well as her journey as HWUM’s Chair, leading a truly global UK University in Malaysia. Proud being part of HWUM and its efforts towards nurturing purpose-driven, resilient, and future ready graduates beyond academic excellence, do listen to the podcast here: https://dailystraits.com/2022/04/22/ep-47-yasmin-mahmood-of-hwum/ #heriotwatt #heriotwattuniversitymalaysia #wattadecade #heriotwattmalaysia #dailystraits #mediainterview #leadership #positiveeducation #womenempowerment #passion #experience #expertise #goglobal #befuturemade (at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia) https://www.instagram.com/p/CczXubErnaL/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[thetameroffantasy]

Classic Scottish weather... Sun, rain, clouds, rainbow and sheep.. They are there, I promise. Lots of drawings, words and 3 exams are still awaiting.. Only 25 days remaining c: #erasmus #hwu #heriotwatt #window #rain #sun #sheep #rainbow #uni #scotland #edinburgh (v místě Heriot-Watt University) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bqa0bAlA2Zl/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=4ibj2vq47cn9

[thetameroffantasy]

I met this flower on my way to school today.. It just popped up, when all the leaves have fallen :3 Only 29 days remaining c: #flower #yellow #nature #heriotwattuniversity #heriotwatt #erasmus #scotland #edinburgh (v místě Heriot-Watt University) https://www.instagram.com/p/BqQ5htSgVco/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=she74yult36b

[patsychristie]

What course(s) do you suggest I take first? My #whisky "geekery" started shortly after moving to #Edinburgh in 2009. I spent A LOT of time touring distilleries, attending tastings, sipping SMWS' liquid library, soaking up whisky controversy from the industry's leading minds ... I was a whisky groupie ... it was an amazing time. It's no secret that the industry's highest academic qualification is #HeriotWatt's #Brewing & #Distilling #PostGraduate programme. After testing my scholastic resolve with the IBD General Certificate in Distilling (GCD), I'm finally ready to tackle this challenge ... one course at a time via #distantlearning. #scotch #スコッチ #singlemalt #シングルモルト #ウィスキー #威士忌酒 #singlemaltwhisky #scotchwhisky #bourbon #whiskey #whiskylife #whiskeylife #whiskygeek #whiskeygeek #whiskyporn #whiskeyporn #whiskygram #whiskeygram #dramming #instadram #instascotch #scotland #sláinte #cheers (at Heriot-Watt University)