On 9–10 December 2025 in Asiago, QTI will host the 2nd edition of its high-level scientific conference “From Quantum Astronomy to Quantum Communications”, an interdisciplinary event dedicated to quantum astronomy and quantum communication from both academic and industry perspectives.
SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE
Davide Bacco, University of Florence
Cesare Barbieri, University of Padua
Massimo Inguscio, Univeristà Campus Biomedico, Roma
Giampiero Naletto, University of Padua
Tommaso Occhipinti, QTI
Luca Zampieri, INAF-Astronomical observatory of Padua
Alessandro Zavatta, QTI, CNR-INO
ORGANISING COMMITTEE
Guglielmo Brancato, QTI
Ludovica Ciarravano, QTI, IMT-Scuola Alti Studi Lucca
GENERAL INFORMATIONS
Event venue:
GOLF CLUB ASIAGO
Via Meltar 2, Asiago (VI)
9th December – 10th December
FROM QUANTUM ASTRONOMY TO QUANTUM COMMUNICATIONS - 2025
Location
Set in one of Italy’s symbolic locations for quantum astronomical research, the Conference will feature renowned experts in quantum physics, telecommunications engineering, and cybersecurity.
TOPICS
Topics will span high-precision photon-based observation, enabling technologies for quantum communication, the development of terrestrial and satellite-based QKD networks, and their real-world applications. Set in one of Italy’s symbolic locations for quantum astronomical research, the Conference will feature renowned experts in quantum physics, telecommunications engineering, and cybersecurity.
EXTRA ACTIVITIES
The program also includes outreach moments, networking opportunities, and a technical tour of the Asiago Astronomical Observatories.
Available Hotels
Meltar Boutique Hotel **** (Conference venue – 25% discount by using the passcode “Sconto QTI” while booking)
Hotel Pennar *** (2 km)
Hotel Milano Asiago *** (4 km)
Hotel Paradiso Asiago *** (4 km)
Linta Hotel Wellness & Spa **** (3 km)
Hotel Europa Residence **** (4 km)
Hotel Vescovi *** (4 km)
Transports
To reach Asiago from Vicenza or Padua:
Official SVT Public Transport Page – Check bus arrival and departure times here.
Book your seat on the QTI shuttle from and to the Conference Venue here.
9th of December
Departure at 12:15 p.m. from the center of Asiago.
Transfer at 6:00 p.m. from the Conference Venue to the Asiago Observatory.
Return to the center of Asiago at 8:00 p.m.
10th of December
Departure at 8:15 a.m. from the center of Asiago.
Return at 6:00 p.m. to the center of Asiago.
QTI will provide transportation for guests from the conference venue to the Asiago Observatory (Scheduled for the 9th), and then from the Observatory to the town center of Asiago.
