New Leadership, New Quantum Deployments, New Possibilities
Welcome to the latest edition of the Bluefors newsletter. This month, we bring together updates from across the quantum and cryogenic technology fields, including:
Together, these stories highlight the people, technologies, and collaborations helping advance quantum technology.
Bluefors Welcomes Greg Parker as President, Cryocoolers
Bluefors is delighted to announce that Greg Parker has joined the team as President, Cryocoolers, effective August 3. In his new role, Greg will lead the Cryocooler business based in Syracuse, New York, and also steps into the Bluefors Group Leadership Team. He succeeds Rich Dausman , who has decided to retire after an exceptional 50-year career. Rich will remain with Bluefors through September 30, 2026, to support a smooth transition.
“I’m excited to join Bluefors and the Syracuse team. From my first conversations, it’s been clear that this is a company with exceptional people, innovative technology, and a bright future. I’m honored to have the opportunity to build on the strong foundation Rich has created and look forward to helping drive our next chapter of growth together,” Greg says.
New DR Operations & Supply Chain Leadership
Janne Nieminen has been appointed Vice President, DR Operations & Supply Chain, succeeding Timo Luukkala , Chief Operations and Supply Chain Officer, who retired from the company on July 31, 2026.
Janne joined Bluefors in 2022 as Production Director. In his new role, he is responsible for the full delivery experience for dilution refrigerators, from customer purchase order to final installation acceptance, including manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, quality, installation, and management systems.
Qblox Spin Qubit Lab Opening in Delft
In July, the Spin Qubit 7 conference brought leading researchers in solid-state, spin-based quantum information processing to Delft, the Netherlands, for a week of collaboration, knowledge sharing, and discussions on the latest advances in the field.
A highlight of the week was the Qblox community event, where we celebrated the opening of the new Spin Qubit Lab at Qblox’s headquarters in Delft. This full-stack testbed for spin-qubit control combines a Bluefors cryogenic measurement system, SemiQon quantum devices, Qblox control electronics and software, and QuantrolOx automation to streamline the path from cooldown to a fully operational qubit.
Oak Ridge National Laboratory Deploys New Quantum Computer
Oak Ridge National Laboratory has deployed Pathfinder, a new 20-qubit Radiance quantum computer from IQM Quantum Computers , on its premises.
By integrating quantum computing with Oak Ridge National Laboratory's leadership-class high-performance computing resources, Pathfinder enables researchers to develop the hybrid computing technologies needed to tackle some of the nation's most complex scientific challenges.
Pathfinder is cooled by Bluefors ultra-low-temperature technology, supporting the development of hybrid computing architectures for applications in materials science, chemistry, AI, and beyond.
Building the Quantum Workforce of Tomorrow
The future of the quantum industry depends on the availability of a workforce ready to build and operate quantum hardware. The University of Oregon is equipping students with the skills to do just that.
In the Quantum and Nanotechnology track of its Applied Physics Master's Program, students combine classroom learning with hands-on training. They gain practical experience with the hardware, tools, and workflows used throughout the quantum industry.
Watch a video on the program, where Research Assistant Professor Nik Zhelev , director of the program, talks about the importance of hands-on training, industry-focused education, and preparing the next generation of quantum professionals.
Explore a 3D Model of a Bluefors Dilution Refrigerator
This interactive model of our LDsl System gives you a new way to explore dilution refrigerators and learn how they create the coldest temperatures in the universe. Step inside the system, examine its components, and see how each part plays a vital role in reaching and maintaining millikelvin temperatures.
Note that the model works best with a desktop or a tablet device.
A Look Back at ICC24 and Upcoming Events
In June, the 24th International Cryocooler Conference was held in Syracuse, New York, hosted by Bluefors. This premier global conference on cryocooler technology brought the community together to discuss cutting-edge technical developments and solutions related to cryocoolers and cryogenic applications.
A big thank you to the speakers for sharing their research, the ICC24 committee for making the conference possible, and all participants for contributing to the exchange of ideas that made this week so valuable. A full conference recap will be published in an upcoming edition of Cold Facts magazine from the Cryogenic Society Of America .
In the coming month, you can meet Bluefors at the following events: