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South Carolina has allocated $15 million to advance quantum information science and technology, focusing on enhancing economic competitiveness and infrastructure resilience. The initiative includes research at the University of South Carolina's Applied Quantum for Space and Energy Lab, aiming to improve power grid performance through quantum-informed sensing, while fostering collaboration among engineers, computer scientists, and physicists. Additionally, a Visiting Scholars Program is promoting knowledge transfer and hands-on training for students in applied research and education.