Magnetometers

Cerca Magnetics is a Canadian quantum sensing company developing optically pumped magnetometers for medical imaging and geophysical exploration. The company manufactures OPM sensors based on atomic vapor cells that detect extremely weak magnetic fields. Cerca Magnetics targets medical applications including magnetoencephalography (MEG) for brain imaging, as well as geophysical applications for mineral exploration and archaeological surveying where ultra-sensitive magnetic field detection provides valuable measurement capabilities.

2025 Developments: Advancements in quantum sensing technology and applications continue throughout 2025. Focus on commercializing quantum sensors for defense, navigation, and medical applications. Ongoing collaborations with government agencies and industrial partners.

Nomad Atomics is an Australian company developing compact, low-cost cold-atom gravimeters, magnetometers, and atomic clocks for field deployment. The company manufactures portable quantum sensors designed for rugged field use in mineral exploration, archaeology, and defense applications. Nomad Atomics addresses the challenge of making quantum sensors practical for field operations by combining cold atom technology with robust engineering and compact form factors suitable for deployment outside laboratory environments.

2025 Developments: Advancements in quantum sensing technology and applications continue throughout 2025. Focus on commercializing quantum sensors for defense, navigation, and medical applications. Ongoing collaborations with government agencies and industrial partners.

Qnami is a Swiss company developing quantum sensors based on nitrogen-vacancy centers in diamonds for magnetic field measurement with unprecedented precision. The company manufactures quantum microscopes and quantum sensing systems for materials science, semiconductor inspection, and fundamental research. Qnami’s diamond quantum sensors enable nanoscale magnetic imaging and ultra-precise magnetic field measurements, serving semiconductor manufacturers, materials scientists, and researchers requiring atomic-scale magnetic sensing capabilities.

2025 Developments: Advancements in quantum sensing technology and applications continue throughout 2025. Focus on commercializing quantum sensors for defense, navigation, and medical applications. Ongoing collaborations with government agencies and industrial partners.