Pixel Photonics Picked as Sub-Contractor For Photonic Quantum Computer Project
Insider Brief Pixel Photonics, a start-up out of the WWU Münster, was chosen as sub-contractor for a 14 million euros development contract from the DLR. The project, led by quantum computing start-up QuiX , has the goal to develop a photonic quantum computer with a minimum of 64 qubits. Pixel Photonics will deliver high performance […]
Princeton Scientists Discover Exotic Quantum State at Room Temperature
Insider Brief: Researchers at Princeton University have found that a material known as a topological insulator, made from the elements bismuth and bromine, exhibits specialized quantum behaviours normally seen only under extreme experimental conditions of high pressures and temperatures near absolute zero. The discovery opens up a new range of possibilities for the development of […]
New Video Hosted on Qiskit’s YouTube Channel Just the Tonic For Those Searching For a Quantum Internship
The Hurdles It can be a hurdle for many university students wanting to get a foot in the industry door. Internships can be, though not always, the golden ticket to entry-level positions at companies like IBM, Google and Microsoft. And even before you get an interview, potential candidates often lack the knowledge and experience to […]
Women of Quantum: Elisa Torres Durney of Girls in Quantum
Because of its unique complexities and advancements, the quantum computing industry is dealing with a talent shortage. This shortage is also driven by the need for highly educated individuals who have a background in quantum physics, which requires years to do. Many organizations are already at work to expand this talent pool by offering more […]
ColdQuanta, Swinburne Building Quantum Ecosystem in Australia
Insider Brief A $29 million investment from Breakthrough Victoria will help establish an Asia-Pacific quantum computing and technology facility at Swinburne University of Technology. The ColdQuanta–Swinburne Quantum Technology Centre will support quantum breakthroughs with commercial potential and expand the state’s quantum capability to create new industries and jobs. Officials see quantum as a technology that […]
Startups & Companies are Developing Quantum Computers Based on Ion Traps
Insider Brief: eleQtron, NXP® Semiconductors Germany, Parity Quantum Computing Germany, QUDORA Technologies and Universal Quantum Deutschland are set to build prototype quantum computers within the next four years. Ion trap systems are suitable for universal arithmetic operations. Five sub-projects with different areas of focus. The contracts amount to a total of 208.5 million euros. The […]
Could Quantum Computers Save the Climate? An interview with Emily Haworth of TUM
In the near future, quantum computers could contribute significantly towards the development of clean technologies. Could is the operative word – you see, it’s not yet certain whether a sufficiently robust computer of this type can be built in the next ten to twenty years. We spoke to quantum expert Emily Haworth from the Technical […]
Penn State Researchers Receive $1.5 Million Grant to Study Quantum AI For Drug Design
Insider Brief Drug design, which is expensive and time-consuming, is a potential use case for quantum computers. A team of Penn State researchers received a $1.2 million NSF grant to study the use of quantum computers and artificial intelligence for drug design and development. The researchers expect to partner with companies, such as IBM and […]
Quantum Matters
This is an abbreviated version of my opening remarks to The City Quantum Summit, which took place at the Mansion House on October 11. A recording of the event is available here. Thank you to all who have come in person – and virtually, from India to Bulgaria to Nigeria – for joining The City […]
Hamburg Enters Tеch Arms Race with Quantum Computing Investment
Insider Brief: The city of Hamburg will try to build upon current expertise and establish a dedicated Hamburg Quantum Computing School. The authorities will provide around 34.1 million euros between 2023 and 2028. The Hamburg Quantum Computing School would help to build expertise and create a full ecosystem that includes scientists and hardware specialists, software […]