At the World Conference of Science Journalists (WCSJ), IBM announced the expansion of the IBM Q Network in Europe to include additional universities and an international research organization. These institutions are collaborating with IBM Q to accelerate joint research in quantum computing and develop curricula to help train students for careers influenced by this next era of computing across science and business.
On July 3, 2019, IBM announced the expansion of the IBM Q Network in Europe at the World Conference of Science Journalists in Lausanne, Switzerland. This expansion includes new partnerships with several universities and an international research organization to foster advancements in quantum computing research and education. The IBM Q Network is a global consortium that advances quantum computing and includes companies, academic institutions, startups, and research labs.
New European Partners
The new European partners, including Aalto University, the University of Turku, EPFL, the University of the Basque Country, The International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory, and the University of Innsbruck, will gain direct access to IBM Q Network resources. This access includes the IBM Q Experience™ for educational purposes and research projects in quantum information science and early applications exploration.
These institutions plan to engage in various quantum computing application research and educational initiatives. For instance, Aalto University aims to strengthen its quantum computing ecosystem in Finland through collaboration with IBM in education and science. The University of Turku focuses on quantum computation and simulation research. EPFL intends to create a broad community of quantum researchers and educators in collaboration with IBM Q Network. The University of the Basque Country seeks to promote the quantum ecosystem in Spain through interdisciplinary events. The International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory aims to generate stakeholders’ awareness of quantum computing’s potential. University of Innsbruck plans to collaborate on quantum-related research, including quantum algorithms and computing.
ETH Zurich, Chalmers University of Technology, and Saarland University will also collaborate with IBM Q Network on joint research to advance quantum systems. These collaborations aim to explore quantum computing applications in various fields, such as chemistry, physics, machine learning, optimization, and more.
Quantum Ready
IBM Q Network’s expansion is part of IBM’s broader effort to develop a “quantum ready” ecosystem of scientists, professors, developers, and students worldwide. This initiative is crucial for discovering quantum computing applications that can lead to breakthroughs in business and science. The IBM Q Network also supports a large user base through the IBM Q Experience and the Qiskit quantum software framework, highlighting the growing interest and engagement in quantum computing globally.
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