The event “Quantenwelt zum Anfassen” [German] has brought together the projects of “Quantum aktiv” (including GAlaQSci) and “Quantum Future Education” funded by the Federal Ministry of Research, Technologies, and Space (BMFTR), with various multiplicators from quantum research and education. It took place from February 17 to 18, 2026, at Nixdorf MuseumsForum Paderborn.
In short, interactive sessions, visitors from the research and education sectors, museum representatives, and other organizations were able to try out our educational game Qookies, which is currently in development. Afterwards, we discussed the project, the game, and its future applications, with the common goal of making quantum technologies accessible to a broad audience via various educational programs.
An exciting program also provided opportunities to network with multiplicators and the other projects, creating space for many inspiring conversations.
From June 20 to 28, 2026, it’ all about playing, playing, playing – and learning, of course! We’ll have a booth at IdeenExpo [German], a nine-day technology and science fair for young people in Hanover with free admission and an exciting scedule of events.
Want to find out what quantum mechanics is all about? What’s the deal with special diamonds and how can they detect magnetic fields so accurately? Which protocol can we use for secure data transmission? Come and visit us at our booth where you can play Qookies on tablets and get the answers to these questions in a fun way!
You can also join one of our workshops to find out more about quantum algorithms, which are needed to use quantum computers. In these special levels, you will not only use tablets, but also augmented reality. To take part in a workshop, you can register in advance on the trade fair website.
Was sind Gatter und was haben sie mit Quantencomputern zu tun? Das könnt ihr mit unserem Serious Game Qookies vom 17. bis 21. Juni 2026 bei Explore Science in Mannheim herausfinden! Vorkenntnisse braucht ihr nicht – Neugier reicht!
Im Herzogenriedpark in Mannheim können Schülerinnen und Schüler sowie alle anderen Interessierten aktuelle und spannende Themen aus dem MINT(Mathematik, Informatik, Naturwissenschaften, Technik)-Bereich selbst erforschen. Im Qookies-Zelt laden wir euch dazu ein, mit Tablets und Augmented Reality (AR) das Feld des Quantencomputing zu entdecken. Dabei taucht ihr in eine um digitale Zusätze erweiterte Welt ein (AR) und trefft Yuki, eine junge Quantenexpertin. Während ihr gemeinsam Rätsel löst, lernt ihr immer mehr über die Konzepte der Quantenphysik kennen. Entdeckt dabei verschiedene Eigenschaften von Photonen (Licht), Qubits (Quanten-Bits) und die Besonderheiten von Quanten-Algorithmen, die wir für die Nutzung von Quantencomputern benötigen.
Unter der Woche (17. bis 19. Juni) bieten wir Workshops für angemeldete Gruppen an. Diese finden begleitend zu unserer nächsten Studie statt, in welcher wir den Einfluss der Spiel- und AR-Umgebung auf das Lernen der Spielenden untersuchen. Am Wochenende (20. bis 21. Juni) könnt ihr uns ganz spontan in unserer Mitmachstation besuchen und einfach so eine Runde spielen.
What are gates and what do they have to do with quantum computers? Find the answers by playing our game Qookies at Explore Science [German] from May 7 to 9 in Friedrichshafen! No prior knowledge is required—just curiosity!
School students and anyone else who is interested can explore current and exciting topics from the STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) field at the Uferpromenade in Friedrichshafen. At the Qookies-tent, we invite you to discover the field of quantum computing with augmented reality (AR) on tablets. Immerse yourself in a world enhanced with digital additions and meet Yuki, a quantum expert. As you solve puzzles together, you will learn more and more about the concepts of quantum physics. Discover different properties of photons (light), qubits (quantum bits), and the special features of quantum algorithms that we need to use quantum computers.
During weekdays (May 7 and 8), we will be offering workshops for registered groups. These will take place alongside our next study, in which we will investigate the influence of gaming and AR environment on the players’ learning. On Saturday (May 9), just come over to our tent and play.
The GALaQSci team members started the new year by reviewing the current status and next steps of the project, gathering for this purpose on January 17, 2026, at the LMU Chair of Physics Education in Munich.
A look at the current project status showed that we are getting closer to our goal. Even though the development is not yet complete, the designs for all levels on the topics of quantum sensing and quantum communication are ready. We have been able to implement a touching story that gives the game a central theme. Most of this is already included in the current test version, which can be played at our events, and Yuki’s character is now even more vivid.
At some events specifically for young people and children, such as the Science Days with FORSCHA in Munich, the Spielwiesn in Augsburg, a Junior Conference in Würzburg, and even more, you could testplay our game and we thankfully gathered a lot of feedback. We were also able to offer our game for testing at Deutsches Museum in Munich and at the Munich Public Library on several occasions. We could use some of these occasions to conduct our current and second study, in which we focus not only on the gaming experience, but also on the influence of the game on learning.
The future steps of the project are primarily focused on augmented reality (AR). New levels on the topic of quantum computing are to be planned in the coming months and then implemented in AR. This game and AR environment will then be examined in a third study. To get an overview of the possibilities of AR, we tried out and discussed other existing AR projects in physics education during our status meeting.
As every year, the German Physical Society (DPG) is gathering for its spring meeting. This time, it will take place in Dresden from March 8 to 13, 2026. The main goals of the event are knowledge transfer and the promotion of young talent.
Our colleague Caroline Wermann will give a presentation on “The influence of narrative immersion on the understanding of quantum physics concepts in serious games,” in which she will discuss the influence of the story in Qookies on the understanding of quantum technology content through playing.
How do quantum technologies function and what can we use them for? You could find the answers to it by playing the game Qookies bringing you into a virtual lab and introducing you to the world of quantum.
Your journey begins in a research laboratory, where you will meet Yuki, a young quantum scientist. Work together to learn what qubits are and how diamonds are used as sensors. Yuki will accompany you and help you if you have any questions. The more puzzles you solve, the deeper into the lab you can venture. You don’t need any previous knowledge – just curiosity! This game is part of a research project in which we want to learn more about the effects of educational games.
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Due to the high interest in Qookies during the Mega Gamin Day last month, we wanted to give you another opportunity to check out our mobile game yourself. Therefore, we were again in the Motorama on November 27, 2025, where you could take part in our study and play a round of Qookies.
On Novmeber 19, 2025, the faculty for Physics and Astronomy of Julius-Maximilians University Würzburg hosted a Junior Conference on Quantum Physics [German] for school students from 7th to 9th class.
The students gained insights into quantum physics through numerous workshops and lectures. Afterwards, they were able to conclude the event in a playful manner with the digital escape room “Katze Q” and our smartphone game “Qookies,” allowing them to individually consolidate and deepen their newly acquired knowledge.
To mark the 100th anniversary of quantum science, this year was the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology. On November 15, 2025, the Qunatum100 event officially closed the series of events organized by the German Physical Society in Münster.
Exciting and innovative ideas and quantum technologies were once again presented to the general public. We were also there to give an opportunity to the people of Münster and surrounding regions to take a look at game Qookies and our motivation and goals for the project.
