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Quantum computing isn’t a technology of the far future

Quantum computing is already here, with an ecosystem of developers and users tapping into the promising power of quantum computers around the world. 

UCalgary is one of Canada’s top quantum universities, and we’re proud to offer the world’s first hands-on, industry-oriented Quantum Computing program. Be part of the next wave of technology and work with some of the world’s most innovative companies with UCalgary Quantum Computing.

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UCalgary is providing hands-on quantum computing opportunities to graduate students - such as Fariba Hosseinynejad Khaledy.

Jordan is securing our digital future using quantum technology

UCalgary alumnus Jordan Smith plans to use quantum technology to build his company into a world leader in secure communication.

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Are you ready to start your quantum journey?

Computers have driven massive scientific and technological advancement in the latter part of the 20th century; stunning advances in computing power of the last several decades have changed the way we work, research, and live. As a society, we are poised to enter the quantum age of computing, where the rapid change and advancements we understand will be entirely outstripped by the sudden and dramatic surge in computing power. Quantum computing is revolutionizing how we handle, transmit, and store digital information.  

Quantum research discoveries are enhancing computer capabilities, and will entirely change the field of information security, data science, information science, banking, encryption and complex modeling and research in all fields. Learn about our three graduate programs in this exciting field.

The Graduate Certificate in Quantum Computing is a 12-unit (four 3-unit courses) program designed to provide you with training on quantum hardware and practical quantum computing.

The Graduate Diploma in Quantum Computing is a 24-unit (eight 3-unit courses) program focusing on the essentials of quantum computing hardware and software, applications, and use cases.

Master of Quantum Computing

Graduates of the Masters of Quantum Computing will help to direct strategic development and deployment within organizations through their understanding of quantum software, hardware, and applications.

Lunch and Learn

Join our next Lunch and Learn   to hear more about our professional programs in the rapidly evolving fields of Quantum Computing, Data Science and Analytics and Information Security. Our one hour session will cover all three of our professional programs and a complimentary lunch will be provided. Faculty members will also be on hand to meet prospective students and answer questions.

Next Lunch and Learn:

Date: May 16, 2024 Time: 12 - 1 p.m.  Location: UCalgary's Downtown Campus (906 8 Ave SW, Calgary)

Be the First Scholarship

The Be the First  Scholarship  is designed to accelerate opportunities in high-demand digital fields. It offers up to $12,000 toward tuition in the Quantum Computing graduate programs at UCalgary. An additional Quantum City Scholarship provides another $2,500, for a total of $14,500.

All Canadian citizens and permanent residents who apply for the Fall 2024 term and meet the program entry requirements will automatically receive the Be the First  Scholarship. To learn more, contact our recruitment team.

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Transforming our future through quantum science and technology

Quantum research at UCalgary is revolutionizing our understanding of nature's basic elements, enriching our knowledge of the universe and driving technology innovation. 

Quantum discoveries are a powerful engine of innovation, spurring the development of devices such as lasers and advanced information technologies that have transformed the way we live. This timeline is long – Quantum technology being developed now grew out of quantum foundational studies 25 or more years ago, and the foundational studies of today could lead to ground-breaking technologies in the 2050’s.

Quantum research at UCalgary includes all phases of the quantum research pipeline, from foundational science to technology creation. 

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The Quantum City initiative, a partnership with tech firm Mphasis, will create jobs, expand our local Q-tech sector and offer training opportunities.

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A new partnership that brings together UCalgary, UAlberta and ULethbridge to expand our foundational knowledge of quantum science.

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A network of academic and industry experts working together to elevate quantum science, research, development, and commercialization.

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A multidisciplinary group of quantum researchers from computer science, mathematics, chemistry and physics. 

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As the Canada Excellence Research Chair in Photonic Quantum Science and Technologies, Sinha will create test beds for quantum computing and communication that use qudit systems.

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Quantum science: The mysteries, magic, and possibilities

Dr. Urbasi Sinha, Canada Excellence Research Chair in Photonic Quantum Science and Technologies, delivered the keynote at the Creating Tomorrow event on Feb. 21, 2024. Her talk explored quantum science and technology and provides examples of how it can be applied to our daily lives.

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Institute for Quantum Science and Technology (IQST)

The Institute for Quantum Science and Technology is a multidisciplinary group of researchers from the areas of computer science, mathematics, chemistry and physics. The goals of Calgary's Institute for Quantum Science and Technology are to conduct leading research in key theoretical and experimental topics of quantum science and technology, to provide excellent education and training in quantum science and technology and cognate areas, and to foster linkage between the Institute and other quantum science and technology institutes and with industrial partners.

Our mission is to advance quantum science and technology through interdisciplinary research, teaching, and outreach. We strive to be a world leader in research and education in pure and applied quantum science and technology.

Quantum optics

From spectroscopy to manipulating quantum information encoded in atoms, our researchers are probing light-matter interactions, including exotic antimatter.

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Taking advantage of ever increasing computing power, we are developing methods to calculate the properties of complex molecules, from water to proteins.

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The promise of new functional materials and devices based on nanostructures spurs our researchers to work at the limits of what can be seen.

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Quantum information and computing holds the promise of revolutionizing how we handle, transmit, and store quantum information.

2024 Quantum Public Lecture

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IQST hosts 21 research groups and about 140 academic members including professors, research staff and students.

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How UCalgary is Creating Tomorrow in the world of quantum

Quantum science: The mysteries, magic, and possibilities

Dr. Urbasi Sinha, Canada Excellence Research Chair in Photonic Quantum Science and Technologies, delivered the keynote at the Creating Tomorrow event on Feb. 21, 2024. Her talk explored quantum science and technology and provides examples of how it can be applied to our daily lives.

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Meet the team that pushes our research forward.

Our group is one of the pioneering groups of quantum computing algorithm research. Alán began research at the interface of quantum computing and chemistry and materials since 2004.

‍ Quantum computers have potential to be the next revolution in computing and their hardware capabilities grow tremendously every year. Indeed, in 2019, the first computation was performed by a Google quantum computer that can run a certain algorithm significantly faster than the world’s best supercomputer at that time. With these developments in mind, there are three pillars of research areas our quantum subgroup focuses on.

‍ The first pillar of our research is to develop Noisy Intermediate-Scale Quantum (NISQ) algorithms that will disrupt the fields of computational and materials chemistry. By leveraging state-of-the-art techniques in quantum chemistry and machine learning, we are building the tools necessary to propel theoretical chemistry into the new computing paradigm. A core example is our Variational Quantum Eigensolver (VQE) algorithm, which is a key component of NISQ hybrid quantum-classical algorithms. We actively research different methods for reducing hardware resource requirements and noise-resilient quantum algorithms which will push forward the quantum computing research frontiers.

‍ The second pillar of our work is quantum machine learning algorithms development where we are interested to employ both quantum data and quantum learning techniques. One such example is quantum Generative Adversarial Learning. We are also interested in applying classical machine learning techniques to quantum computing hardware discovery, such as design of multi-qubit couplers for superconducting circuit based quantum computers. These designs could significantly improve second-generation quantum computers.

‍ The third pillar is quantum resource optimization and systematic data structuring. Our lab has traditions of spearheading open-source packages and software to integrate with NISQ hardwares. The efforts include Tequila , an open source python library for the development of novel quantum algorithms), qHiPSTER (quantum high performance simulator), and OpenFermion (open source library for compiling and analyzing quantum algorithms to simulate fermionic systems including quantum chemistry).

‍ We strive to continue to develop novel algorithms for different applications of quantum computers and run them on near-term quantum computers.

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Our concentrations, quantum computing, what is artificial intelligence.

As a discipline, Artificial Intelligence (AI) includes intellectual focus, such as knowledge representation, probabilistic and statistical theory, machine learning (deep learning), computational linguistics and natural language processing, computer vision, and robotics. AI is also being applied to a wide range of scientific domains, from medicine to the humanities. The efficacy of AI is embraced in industry as we witness rapid adoption from recommenders in e-commerce to self-driving vehicles in transportation. The Artificial Intelligence concentration is unique at the University of Toronto and has been the first to become the pre-eminent program in Canada due to the strength and expertise in our partnering academic units (Department of Statistical Sciences and the Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering).

Forbes has recently named Toronto as the most important AI hub in the world, “Toronto will establish itself as the most important AI hub in the world outside of Silicon Valley and China” . With Toronto as a global centre for AI research, it is little wonder multinational firms are establishing AI labs in the city while there is a burgeoning AI start-up and SME ecosystem within the Greater Toronto Area.

The Artificial Intelligence concentration offers students an advanced understanding of artificial intelligence, vigorous research training and the opportunity to test your knowledge in the real world through our applied research internship. We invite students from a wide range of disciplinary backgrounds to apply but you must demonstrate a strong background in artificial intelligence – preferably through formal academic training at senior undergraduate level.

Endless Career Opportunities

Irrespective of the concentration you are admitted to, all students follow the same timeline. For specific concentration course requirements.

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• Big Data Engineer/Architect
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• Research Scientist
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• Software Engineer/Architect

Program Requirements

• Two courses (1.0 FCEs) must be selected from the core list of AI courses (see list below) and cover two different research areas.
• One course (0.5 FCE) can be chosen from additional AI courses outside the core list.
• One course (0.5 FCE) must be chosen from courses outside of AI
• Two required courses (1.0 FCEs): Communication for Computer Scientists (CSC 2701H) and Technical Entrepreneurship (CSC 2702H).
• Students are permitted to chose a maximum of two courses (1.0 FCEs) from outside the Computer Science graduate course listing.
• An eight-month industrial internship, CSC 2703H (3.5 FCEs). The internship is coordinated by the department, and evaluated on a pass/fail basis. ‘Pass’ grades are awarded based on evaluations received from the industry/academic supervisors of the internship project and submission of an appropriately written final report, documenting the applied research internship.
• Students in the artificial intelligence concentration are permitted to chose a maximum of two courses (1.0 FCEs) from outside the Computer Science graduate course listing.
• Students in the artificial intelligence concentration may also request a waiver of an AI core course requirement by demonstrating mastery of equivalent material. All waivers are subject to approval of the Academic Director, Professional Programs. Note that such a waiver would allow students to take additional AI courses from outside the core list. In all cases, students must complete 1.5 FCEs in AI courses.
• All course selections should be made in consultation with and approved by the Program Director. Appropriate substitutions may be possible with approval.

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International Ph.D. Program in Quantum Materials

Learn from leaders in quantum materials research in this collaborative Ph.D. program from the University of British Columbia and the Stewart Blusson Quantum Matter Institute and our partners at the University of Stuttgart and the Max Planck Institute for Solid State Research in Stuttgart, Germany.

Two countries, one incredible education

The International Ph.D. Program in Quantum Materials (joint-PhD) is an exciting academic program connecting the Stewart Blusson Quantum Matter Institute (Blusson QMI) at the University of British Columbia and the University of Stuttgart , with participation from the Max Planck Institute for Solid State Research in Stuttgart , Germany. The program offers unparalleled opportunities to study in the fields of quantum materials and quantum materials-based devices, and its highly collaborative nature exposes graduate student scientists to a wide variety of experimental and theoretical techniques and materials systems beyond their immediate research projects and will empower students to contribute to a rapidly evolving research frontier.

“The joint Ph.D. program gives me the chance to get to know a second academic environment, meet interesting people, and participate in the collaboration between our two institutes.” – Rafael Haenel

Ph.D. student supervised by Marcel Franz at UBC, and Dirk Manske at the Max Planck Institute (MPI) in Stuttgart.

Who should apply

We are looking for outstanding and highly motivated scientists with a strong background in physics or chemistry. Strong publications on quantum materials and enthusiasm for collaborative research are expected.

Enrolled students must divide their time between the three participating institutions, and will be supported by faculty at each site. Degrees and certifications will be conferred by each institution. Learn more about the collaboration between our centres.

How to apply

To participate in the joint-PhD program, students must first be admitted to a Ph.D. program in physics, chemistry, engineering, computer science, or a related discipline at either the University of Stuttgart or UBC.

Application deadline

Applications for this program will be accepted until December 2024. If you have questions about the program or its partners, email Andrea Damascelli at [email protected] or Dirk Manske at [email protected] .

How to apply to the program through The University of British Columbia (UBC)

Students who are admitted or who wish to be admitted to UBC should apply to the PhD program in Physics through the UBC Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies, and indicate that they would like to be considered for the International PhD Program in Quantum Materials.

• Apply to study at the University of British Columbia

We recommend that you review and contact potential supervisors from the list of Principal Investigators at Blusson QMI prior to applying for the program. Applicants can also visit the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies website for more information on Research Supervisors at the University of British Columbia .

How to apply to the program through the Max Planck Institute for Solid State Research

Please submit your application to [email protected] . Your application should include the following documents:

• a cover letter describing your motivation for applying to the Max Planck–UBC–UTokyo Center for Quantum Materials and the joint PhD program between University of British Columbia and University of Stuttgart (brief letter, max. 1 page, indicating your preferred choice of the leading University)
• a CV with complete description of your academic career,
• your degree certificate and transcripts of courses taken and grades obtained
• contact details of two referees.

Please make sure to combine each of the above listed documents in a single PDF file. If you would like to submit further documents, please add them to the same PDF.

Requests for reference letters will be sent automatically to the two referees listed in your application. Please check with them that they are willing to provide references before you include them in your application.

Selection and admission

All applications will be assessed by a panel of members of both universities and the MP–UBC–UTokyo Center for Quantum Materials.

A selection committee composed of several Principal Investigators participating in the program will prepare a shortlist of candidates who then will be invited for our annual selection symposium to be held in Vancouver and Stuttgart. The symposium will include short talks by the candidates as well as introductory talks by PIs about their universities, institutes and research groups.

The candidates further will be interviewed by several PIs, and can visit one or more research groups before or after the symposium depending on their and their potential supervisors’ interests. This format will no only give the prospective students an opportunity to present themselves, but also to learn about the diverse research activities offered by the Max Planck–UBC–UTokyo Center for Quantum Materials. Successful candidates will receive an offer to join the program.

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We are working to find solutions to current and future problems for Canadians by developing materials, tools and technologies to solve some of the biggest environmental, medical, and computing challenges. To do this, we have established our Grand Challenges: three bold, ambitious ideas that will guide our research priorities and engage all of our research groups and investigators in collaboration over the next decade.

Top 20 Quantum Computing Masters & Ph.D. Degree Programs in 2024

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Because quantum computing requires a background in research, it’s important for those entering the quantum workforce to go through one of the many rigorous quantum computing Ph.D. or master’s programs.

There are many universities around the world offering quantum computing as a graduate program. Many of them have also spawned some of the biggest names in quantum computing, allowing a bridge to form between research and industry. This is especially beneficial for students looking to transition from academia into a quantum computing job .

While the choices of quantum computing degree programs seem nearly endless, we at Quantum Insider want to offer a summarized list of what we believe are a few of the top ones to get a Ph.D. or master’s in quantum computing. This is not at all exhausting as many universities continue to advance their quantum computing programs or work with companies to help enhance opportunities for their students.

We’ve organized a list of the top 20 quantum computing master’s and Ph.D. programs to get a degree in 2024. Enjoy!

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20 Quantum Computing Degree Programs

1. mit’s lincoln laboratory.

It’s no surprise that the top quantum computing graduate programs are hosted by some of the most prestigious schools. MIT is no exception, as its Lincoln Laboratory studies integrated nano-systems and quantum information. MIT’s masters in quantum computing focus on trapped-ion qubits as well as designing integrated quantum circuits. The laboratory offers several different projects to work on, all with real-world applications.

2. University of California Berkeley

UC Berkeley is one of the many universities in California looking into quantum computing , mimicking the hub of activity by quantum companies in that area. The Berkeley Lab works on harnessing quantum computing to help solve real-world issues. With research topics ranging from quantum materials to even training the quantum workforce, UC Berkeley’s quantum computing masters program offers a multi-disciplinary approach.

3. University of Chicago

The University of Chicago is one of the top quantum computing universities as it is home to the Chicago Quantum Exchange (CQE). The CQE connects other universities in the Midwest, as well as companies and other organizations to discuss developments in quantum technology. Because of the CQE, their quantum computing graduate students get exclusive networking opportunities and the ability to work on cutting-edge research.

4. University of Maryland’s Joint Quantum Institute (JQI)

The University of Maryland’s JQI offers a unique experience for students, as it includes quantum scientists from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), the University of Maryland, and the Laboratory for Physical Sciences (LPS). With this diversity in researchers, students have a wide range of quantum degree programs to choose from, including theoretical and experimental quantum physics.

5. University of Southern California’s Center for Quantum Information Science and Technology (CQIST)

Like UC Berkeley, USC’S CQIST focuses on quantum information science. However, its main focuses are on quantum computing, quantum cryptography, and quantum information theory. To research these subjects in their master’s and Ph.D. programs, CQIST brings in experts from both the school of Arts and Sciences and Engineering, giving all students an interdisciplinary focus on quantum computing technology.

6. California Institute of Technology (Caltech)

Studying quantum computing at Caltech, students become part of the university’s Institute for Quantum Information and Matter ( IQIM ). This institute is a National Science Foundation Physics Frontier Center , one of many government centers that encourage global collaboration and offer unique opportunities to quantum computing masters and Ph.D. students. These centers also work to give extra activities to enhance student education.

7. Stanford University

Stanford University has multiple researchers studying quantum computing, including the Q-Farm , an acronym standing for Quantum Fundamentals, Architectures, and Machine learning initiative. Q-Farm collaborates with Stanford’s National Acceleration Laboratory ( SLAC ) to develop answers to some of the biggest challenges for quantum computing.

8. Harvard University

Harvard University hosts the Harvard Quantum Initiative , which recently released a new quantum computing Ph.D. program in quantum science and engineering. The Harvard Quantum Initiative has a bustling hub of researchers focusing on properly training the next quantum workforce, while also working with industry partners to advance this technology. They offer a prize for Ph.D. researchers in quantum engineering as well as several summer research programs.

9. Carnegie Mellon University

The Pittsburgh Quantum Institute ( PQI ) at Carnegie Mellon University hosts over 100 members and workers to create a multidisciplinary quantum computing graduate program that involves engineering, business, philosophy of science, and other fields. PQI offers many opportunities to its quantum engineering students, including travel awards, poster sessions, public lectures, and outreach activities. The PQI also works closely with other centers, like the Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center, to work on this next-generation quantum technology.

10. University of Colorado Boulder

Within the University of Colorado Boulder lies JILA , a leading quantum physics degree institute created by a partnership between the University and NIST. JILA hosts its own NSF Physics Frontier Center, as well as several other centers focused on quantum computing and laser systems. Several of the scientists within JILA work closely with quantum computing companies, allowing their master’s and Ph.D. students better networking opportunities within Colorado, a growing hub of quantum activity.

11. The University of Waterloo

Canada’s University of Waterloo is one of the best well-known universities for quantum computing due to its Institute for Quantum Computing . With over 29 faculty members and 300 researchers, their quantum computing Ph.D. program works to train the next generation of the quantum workforce through global collaborations involving other universities, organizations, and quantum companies.

12. The University of Bristol

Both the Bristol Quantum Information Institute and its Quantum Engineering Technology labs help make the university one of the top places to get a Ph.D. or master’s in quantum computing. The Quantum Engineering Technology Labs develop prototypes for quantum applications, from computing to sensing to simulations. With a group of mentors and advisors, students of this quantum computing degree program will learn more about the career paths within this field and be assisted in their journey.

13. The University of Cambridge

The University of Cambridge has bolstered its reputation in quantum computing due to the company spin-offs from the university. Within the university are many research groups that study quantum devices and nano-systems. Because of its reputation, the University of Cambridge brings opportunities for network connections within the UK’s quantum hub.

14. Oxford University

Perhaps the largest center for quantum research in the UK, Oxford University ‘s quantum computing graduate program hosts 38 different research teams and over 200 researchers. As their focus is to harness the power of quantum computing, students get hands-on experience developing next-level quantum technology, while being in the center of the UK’s quantum network.

15. Ecole Polytechnique

The Institut Polytechnique de Paris is one of France’s most prestigious universities, as it hosts the Center for Theoretical Physics ( CPHT ). Their quantum physics degree programs offer students a wide range of physics topics, from condensed matter to particle physics.

16. Delft University of Technology

Located in the Netherlands, Delft University’s Department of Quantum and Computer Engineering ( QCE ) combines computer science with quantum computing. In their quantum engineering degree program, students research quantum architecture and circuitry, combining it with computer design.

17. Austrian Academy of Sciences

The Institute for Quantum Optics and Quantum Information ( IQOQI ) lies within the Austrian Academy of Sciences. Their quantum computing degree programs range from quantum optics to superconducting quantum circuits to quantum nanophysics. With a large staff of researchers and scientists, this quantum computing university sits right in the middle of the quantum hub in Europe.

18. University of Science and Technology of China (USTC)

The USTC’s Division of Quantum Physics and Quantum Information is a world leader in quantum computing research. Scientists and students at this center focus on fiber-based quantum communication, free-space quantum communication, quantum memory, superconducting quantum computing, quantum simulation, and many other fields. With an electronics shop and over 37 faculty members, the USTC will no doubt continue to be one of the leading quantum computing degree programs.

19. The National University of Singapore (NUS)

The NUS’s Center for Quantum Technologies ( CQT ) focuses on bringing quantum computing students and scientists from around the world together to develop quantum devices. The CQT focuses on quantum research and education as well as quantum technology. Every year, the CQT runs a short-film competition about quantum technology called Quantum Shorts .

20. The University of Sydney

The University of Sydney is a growing location for quantum computing research, partially due to Australia’s first quantum computing conference last year. Research at the University of Sydney ranges from theoretical to experimental, offering a wide range of quantum computing masters and Ph.D. programs for graduate students. The University also works with many different organizations, including the Sydney Quantum Academy.

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Government of Canada contribution strengthens Canada’s position as a global leader in quantum computing

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Quantum computing is a transformative technology in which Canadian researchers, businesses and workers have developed a leading global advantage. This technology will have a significant impact on the daily lives of Canadians and will be a driver of economic growth and good jobs. This is why the Government of Canada has identified it as a strategic opportunity for the country and is increasing its support to the sector.

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Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, announced a $40-million contribution to D-Wave Systems Inc. of Burnaby, British Columbia, one of Canada’s most innovative and intellectual property­–rich firms. This contribution will support a $120-million project to develop quantum computer hardware and software systems, ensuring that Canada remains at the forefront of quantum technology development.

The project will help D-Wave further the advantage of quantum technology over classical computers by enhancing the processing capabilities and computing power of its current systems. To reach this objective, the company will develop a new and more powerful quantum processor and provide additional advancements for its quantum computers.

With this project, D-Wave will be well positioned to bring its next-generation quantum system to market, which could improve productivity, innovation and analytical capabilities across Canada’s economy. This investment will also enable D-Wave to provide greater access to its cloud-based service, which is particularly helpful to small and medium-sized Canadian companies that would benefit from access to the power of quantum computing. This effort will strengthen the Canadian innovation ecosystem and accelerate the commercialization of quantum computing services.

Through this project, D-Wave commits to creating and maintaining up to 200 jobs, employing up to 10 co-op students annually, and spending more than $480 million on R&D. D-Wave will also provide quantum computing access to qualified members of the quantum computing ecosystem in Canada to encourage its development.

“Quantum technology and artificial intelligence are key parts of our government’s plan to make our post-pandemic economy stronger than ever. This investment in D-Wave will help place Canada at the forefront of quantum technology development and will create new jobs and opportunities to help Canadians and make our economy more resilient.” - The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry

“Canada is in an innovation race, and the federal government is committed to growing the economy and creating well-paying jobs. The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the global demand for transformative technologies, and there is a real opportunity for Canada to be a world leader in this field. Today’s investment in D-Wave will help to place Canada at the forefront of quantum technology development and will create new jobs and opportunities to help Canadians and advance the economy.” - Terry Beech, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard

“D-Wave is proud that its technologies are among those that the Strategic Innovation Fund has invested in. Through support from the Government of Canada, D-Wave will continue to build a global quantum ecosystem showcasing the power of Canadian innovation. We are focused on bringing early quantum hybrid value to diverse fields, including health care, materials science, financial analysis, manufacturing and logistics, and will continue to focus on the prototyping, development, full-scale implementation and deployment of quantum computing systems and services on new innovative architectures and designs.” - Alan Baratz, CEO, D-Wave Systems Inc.

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To date, D-Wave is the first and only company in the world to bring to market a quantum computer that can run real, in-production applications.

Quantum computing has the potential to help develop targeted drugs for specific patients, make delivery routes faster and more efficient, strengthen online security, predict weather events, model climate change, and more.

The global quantum computing market is expected to grow to $50 billion by 2030.

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London, UK, May 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EASY Quantum AI: A Revolution in Trade Forecasting In a world where every financial market is rife with a multitude of trading instruments and an infinite number of possible scenarios, you need not just an analytical system, but a true oracle. Meet EASY Quantum AI - a breakthrough trading strategy based on quantum computing and artificial intelligence, not just analyzes the current situation in the markets, but anticipates the future, offering solutions that are relevant here and now..

How does it work? EASY Quantum AI  is an innovative forecasting system using quantum computing. The quantum core of the system processes huge amounts of data with the help of qubits, which, thanks to the property of quantum superposition, can be in several states at the same time. This allows EASY Quantum AI to perform multiple calculations simultaneously, significantly speeding up the process of analyzing and predicting market movements.

The system applies sophisticated machine learning algorithms to recognize patterns and trends in data, which improves the ability to predict future market events. EASY Quantum AI is constantly improving its predictive models, taking into account new information and changes in the market, which allows it to provide traders with accurate and up-to-date forecasts to help them make informed investment decisions. Advantages for traders Using the EASY Quantum AI service provides traders with a number of significant benefits that can significantly improve their trading strategy and performance in the financial markets:

Fast and accurate forecasts: Thanks to quantum superposition and parallel computing capabilities, EASY Quantum AI provides ultra-fast and highly accurate market forecasts. This allows traders to stay ahead of the market by implementing strategies based on the most up-to-date information possible

Parallel processing: The system can perform multiple operations simultaneously, allowing you to quickly analyze different market scenarios and react faster to changes in market conditions.

Improved forecasting: The use of quantum algorithms and machine learning allows the system to effectively predict market movements, identify trends and patterns, which significantly increases the accuracy of forecasts.

Real-time Adaptation and Learning: EASY Quantum AI continuously learns and adapts using new data and market changes to improve its analytical models, making each subsequent forecast more accurate.

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Market Diversity: EASY Quantum AI supports analysis across multiple markets including forex, cryptocurrencies and equities, making it a versatile tool for traders working with a variety of investment instruments. Currently, the trading strategy works on over 5,000 trading instruments.

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Trading Strategy Features EASY Quantum AI is a trading strategy on the basis of which the  EASY Market Forecast  trading signals service is built, which supports traders working in various financial markets, including cryptocurrencies, Forex and stocks. This service uses advanced quantum computing and machine learning to analyze and predict market movements, providing traders with in-depth analysis and comprehensive understanding of potential market behavior. Based on the strategies developed by the service, specialized  ai trading robots  have been created for fully automated trading, allowing users to maximize their trading opportunities with minimal involvement.

Analyzing the trading performance of a strategy EASY Quantum AI is an advanced three-level market forecasting system that provides traders with a comprehensive analysis and detailed understanding of possible market movements. This innovative system categorizes them by probability: high, medium and low, each offering different strategic opportunities depending on the trader's risk management preferences.

Each of these forecasts, once executed, is displayed in a forecast history table that assigns a “Profit” or “Loss” status and percentage variability.Thus, traders can make informed decisions based on accurate historical data.

By continuously analyzing past forecast results, EASY Quantum AI is constantly refining its algorithms to provide more accurate and reliable forecasts in the future. This adaptation not only increases profitability potential but also minimizes risk, making EASY Quantum AI a valuable tool for progressive traders. Possible limitations Although quantum entanglement in market analysis is still in the early stages of development, it is already becoming clear that it offers promising opportunities for financial forecasting. Of course, creating this from scratch for the average trader is unlikely, as the resources involved in using quantum computing have the need for specialized hardware and the sheer complexity of creating such forecasting algorithms. Nevertheless, the potential benefits, including the ability to predict market movements with unprecedented accuracy and speed, represent great promise for the future!   Conclusion EASY Quantum AI is a revolutionary financial forecasting solution that has the potential to revolutionize the way we approach trading and investing.  As quantum technology continues to evolve, we can expect EASY Quantum AI to continue to improve its forecasting algorithms and empower traders around the world, giving traders the tools to achieve significant success in the financial markets. Website: https://forexroboteasy.com/

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Quantum computing has a number of advantages over other technologies in terms of accelerating our progress with reducing climate change. For example, it can solve optimization problems significantly faster than regular computers. This makes it possible to do things like real-time climate predictions and designing materials on tiny scales.

In these ways and others, quantum computing has advantages over artificial intelligence and machine learning applications. In artificial applications such as ChatGPT, the user may receive a message that the input they typed was too long; or input something and then watch the software stall out and not provide a response. Plus, the user usually can’t get multiple responses at once. Quantum computing can be not only faster but can also process huge amounts of data at once. It literally is (like the title of the movie) everything everywhere all at once.

Some may say we’ve barely scratched the surface in terms of AI. Artificial intelligence and quantum computing can work well in tandem, too - AI often requires significant computational resources, and quantum computing can provide this. Quantum computing can supercharge AI. It can also go beyond what AI can provide in terms of complex calculations, optimization and analysis - and solve problems even in the absence of large datasets. The bottom line is that quantum computing can solve problems that artificial intelligence can’t. Quantum computing could make breakthroughs possible in areas that currently otherwise have significant bottlenecks. As an added benefit, quantum computing is predicted to eventually be more energy-efficient than regular computers using AI.

What are some of quantum computing’s potential applications for reducing climate change?

Over 73% of greenhouse gas emissions come from energy ( Our World in Data ).

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Allocating energy can be very difficult. Many forms of energy are ‘use it or lose it’, so if the energy is not used within a certain amount of time, it is lost - creating wasted energy (and emissions) in the process. Renewable forms of energy such as solar and wind only generate energy at certain times, when it is sunny or windy - and this energy disappears unless it is used or stored through batteries or other storage methods. The demand for energy is increasing and many people predict that we will face widespread energy shortages. Optimizing our energy allocation is critical in the race against climate change. And quantum computing can help us do that.

Quantum computing can help with energy optimization, data analysis, and research and development. It is a very powerful tool that could help with energy allocation and grid optimization. It could also help design new clean energy technology (such as better solar cells, batteries and other forms of energy storage), and more energy-efficient systems, manufacturing processes, buildings, and so on. This could lead to reduced energy usage and emissions.

2. Agriculture

Agriculture, forestry and land use accounts for as much as 24% of emissions ( Project Drawdown ).

Quantum computing can again be helpful here, by designing new systems, agricultural practices, and more, leading to better crop yields, less land use, and reduced deforestation.

3. Material Science

Up to 21% of emissions come from industry ( Project Drawdown ), and much of this comes from the way products are manufactured, and what they are made of. Material science is an increasingly important discipline that helps us to optimize the way things are made. Quantum computing can create new advances in material science, developing new methods that can decrease the amount of emissions manufacturing creates. In quantum chemistry, given a property, materials could be generated - in a much more sophisticated manner than with artificial intelligence. Quantum computing can also advance discoveries in carbon capture and sequestration, or capturing and storing emissions from the atmosphere.

4. Advanced Modeling, Simulations And Optimizations

Quantum computing can perform advanced climate modeling, prediction, monitoring, and more. This could help us to be better able to adapt to climate change by predicting storms, heatwaves, and more with more accuracy than our current systems - which would allow us to better prepare for these events.

It could also help to model, simulate and optimize areas such as reforestation, solar power usage, logistics and supply chains, and so forth with more speed and reliability than currently available. This could help us figure out where to focus our reforestation efforts, how to take better advantage of the vast unused amount of solar power potential, and how to optimize our supply chains respectively.

Another critical area that quantum computing can help with is finance. According to the IEA , “The world is set to invest a record $1.8 trillion in clean energy in 2023: this needs to climb to around $4.5 trillion a year by the early 2030s to be in line with our pathway”. With climate-focused investments on the rise, quantum computing can lend a hand with advanced portfolio optimization and capital allocation management.

There are myriad ways that quantum computing can help reduce climate change, such as through enhancing technological innovation and development. It will be exciting to see the various uses of quantum computing that come about and how powerful they can be and become in terms of reducing greenhouse gas emissions, increasing innovation, and advancing solutions in areas such as energy, agriculture, material science and more. Climate change is urgent, and urgent solutions are needed. Quantum computing can help us make rapid progress towards tackling climate problems, and is an important technology to develop and expand to help with this. Our world can’t wait.

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José Polo Gomez, a graduate student at the Department of Applied Mathematics and the Institute for Quantum Computing, was named one of two winners of the Universe 2024 Travel Award . The award, given by the journal Universe , supports travel to present at an international conference.  

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