About us
Our Company Vision
At the heart of every quantum network is a high-performance node that enables the network’s core functionality. Whether the application is distributed quantum computing or quantum communications, Nitorion provides the enabling node technology.
Extraordinary Expertise
Nitorion’s founders have a world-leading track record in the technologies that underpin the Nitorion Quantum Networking Node. Our platform builds on decades of pioneering research led by Professor Matthias Keller and represents one of the most advanced ion-based quantum networking architectures developed to date.
Enabling the Future of Quantum Networking
Beyond scientific leadership, our team brings extensive experience in developing and commercializing quantum technologies. This expertise spans the full technology stack required for quantum networking, including optical cavity systems, ion-photon interfaces, ion-trap design, compact laser systems, precision timing technologies, and integrated electronic control systems.
This rare combination of deep technical knowledge, proven innovation, and commercialization experience gives Nitorion a unique competitive advantage. It enables us not only to develop breakthrough quantum technologies, but also to translate them into scalable products and real-world applications.
Meet our founders
Our founding team combines world-class expertise in trapped-ion quantum technology with extensive experience in advanced engineering and the commercialization of deep-tech innovations, providing the technical and business capabilities needed to bring breakthrough quantum technologies to market.
Dr. Edward Boughton
Co-founder/CEO
Dr Edward Boughton is an experienced quantum technology leader specialising in the translation of advanced physics into deployable engineered systems. Over more than a decade, he has led major multi-partner quantum technology programmes across sensing, timing, navigation and enabling hardware, with a strong focus on system integration, productisation and real-world deployment. At Nitorion, he leads programme execution, commercialisation and systems engineering, bringing the delivery discipline required to turn breakthrough ion-cavity research into reliable quantum networking products.
Professor Matthias Keller
Co-founder/CTO
Prof. Matthias Keller is a world-leading expert in ion-photon interfaces and a pioneer in the development of cavity-based quantum networking technologies. Throughout his career, he has led the development of multiple breakthrough ion-cavity systems and innovative approaches to reliable quantum communication. His work forms the technological foundation of Nitorion’s Quantum Networking Node. Through his work on portable atomic clocks and vacuum technology, he has developed deep expertise in compact laser systems and vacuum packaging, crucial technologies for the Nitorion Quantum Networking Node.