Insider Brief
- PEARC24 held its first Workshop on Broadly Accessible Quantum Computing in Providence, focusing on integrating quantum technologies with traditional research computing.
- The event highlighted the importance of hybrid applications, collaboration between QC and high-performance computing, and workforce development in advancing quantum computing.
- Organizers plan to expand the workshop for PEARC25, building on the positive feedback and anticipating further advancements in the field.
Last month, PEARC24 launched its first Workshop on Broadly Accessible Quantum Computing (QC) in Providence, RI, led by NCSA’s Bruno Abreu and QuEra’s Tomasso Macri. Over 30 participants, including quantum chemists, system administrators, and students, gathered to explore the integration of quantum technologies into traditional research computing.
The workshop emphasized the importance of hybrid applications that combine quantum and conventional computing to solve complex problems. As Abreu noted: “Quantum advantage is in the eye of the beholder,” highlighting the necessity of collaboration between the QC and high-performance computing communities.
Key discussions included the role of people in advancing QC, with speakers underlining the need for workforce development and partnerships to make quantum computing more accessible. As QuEra Co-founder Nate Gemelke stated: “The ultimate software is people,” stressing the importance of early education in quantum computing.
The workshop received positive feedback, and organizers are eager to expand the event for PEARC25, anticipating significant advancements in the rapidly evolving QC landscape.
