This session covers the fundamentals of Quantum Computing and practical applications. It’s ideal for those looking to understand the current state and future potential of quantum technologies.
Quantum Computing in Action
NITheCS & CoRE AI Masterclass
Abstract
This Masterclass offers an accessible exploration into the world of quantum computing, focusing on the qubit—the fundamental unit of quantum information. In this class, we demystify core quantum concepts such as superposition, interference, and measurement through hands-on demonstrations that can be performed with just one qubit. Designed for a diverse audience including computer scientists, mathematicians, and curious minds alike, the course illustrates how a single qubit can generate true randomness, secure data using quantum cryptography, and even implement simple algorithms. Join us to discover how understanding one qubit opens the door to the revolutionary possibilities of quantum technology.
Biography
Francesco Petruccione is a physicist and professor with a career spanning quantum science, computational thinking, and artificial intelligence. After earning his PhD and habilitation from the University of Freiburg, he joined the University of KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa, where he held the South African Research Chair in Quantum Information Processing and served as Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Big Data and Informatics. Now Director of the National Institute for Theoretical and Computational Sciences and a Professor of Quantum Computing at Stellenbosch University, he co-leads the Africa Europe Cluster of Research Excellence in AI and Data Science for global challenges. Prof Petruccione has authored over 250 scientific papers and landmark texts, including ‘The Theory of Open Quantum Systems and Machine Learning with Quantum Computers’. His contributions have earned him accolades such as the Stella d’Italia honour and fellowship in leading academies, reflecting his impact on science and education worldwide.
Qubits Uncovered: The Gateway to Quantum Computing
This Masterclass offers an accessible exploration into the world of quantum computing, focusing on the qubit—the fundamental unit of quantum information. In this class, we demystify core quantum concepts such as superposition, interference, and measurement through hands-on demonstrations that can be performed with just one qubit. Designed for a diverse audience including computer scientists, mathematicians, and curious minds alike, the course illustrates how a single qubit can generate true randomness, secure data using quantum cryptography, and even implement simple algorithms. Join us to discover how understanding one qubit opens the door to the revolutionary possibilities of quantum technology.
Revolución Cuántica
El Instituto Tecnológico Superior de Calkiní (ITESCAM) propone organizar un ciclo de conferencias de dos días, del 3 al 4 de abril de 2025. El título del evento es “Revolución Cuántica: Ciencia, Tecnología y Futuro”. Este evento está diseñado para ser mayoritariamente divulgativo, con el objetivo de hacer accesibles los conceptos de la ciencia y la tecnología cuántica a toda la comunidad, independientemente de su formación en física.
Las actividades incluirán charlas que abordarán temas como la computación cuántica, las aplicaciones médicas de la tecnología cuántica y su impacto en la vida cotidiana, aplicaciones en energías renovables y nanomateriales. Los contenidos se presentarán de manera sencilla y comprensible, utilizando ejemplos prácticos y evitando tecnicismos, para asegurar que todos los asistentes puedan comprender y apreciar la relevancia de estos avances.
From Classical to Quantum Measurement Systems – IYQ
The event “From Classical to Quantum Measurement Systems” recognizes classical and quantum technology for different applications in measurement technology, including optical sensing and metrology, bioimaging and optogenetics, multimode fiber amplifier, high-speed data transmission, quantum sensing with undetected light, quantum computing, 6G-quantum communication, entangled photons for fiber communication.
The Quantum Fest
As we celebrate the UNESCO International Year of Quantum Science and Technology, the 100th anniversary of quantum mechanics, The Physical Society of Japan(JPS) will hold a “Quantum Fest”.
This festival is a new attempt by JPS to allow everyone to experience the quantum world while having fun. In addition to lectures and exhibitions by researchers, we will conduct an innovative initiative that combines “quantum and music”. With a symphony that is created with an inspiration of the notion of quantum, people can “experience” the wonder of quantum through music.
Event Content
- Lectures on quantum mechanics and its applications by quantum experts.
- Exhibition of quantum technology with special commentary on quantum and physics by Miraikan’s science communicators.
- Musical concerts combining quantum and music.
2025 UBCQ Career Fair
Celebrate the International Year of Quantum and 100 years of quantum mechanics at the 2025 UBC Quantum Career Fair! Open to all students, attend our event on March 11th, 11:00 am – 3:30 pm, at the Abdul Ladha Science Student Centre at the University of British Columbia for a day of networking, seminars, and panel discussions exploring quantum science and technologies in the real world. Joined by IBM, Amazon, QMI, and many more, come meet the industry leaders and academics at the forefront of quantum research!
Quantum Talks 2025
The first Quantum Talks 2025 will be a day of workshops and panels for discussions on Quantum Technologies and recent advances in the quantum computing industry. The event will have speakers from different areas, including researchers, professionals, developers, and startups in quantum technologies, including cyber, AI, optimization, hardware, and software.
The event will be realized in hybrid mode, from the auditorium of Microsoft Reactor in São Paulo, Brazil, with an audience of 80 people and online attendees.
The Mathematical Foundations of Quantum Mechanics, John von Neumann and his Impact on Physics in 2025
After roughly 100 years of the development and application of quantum mechanics, it is time to explore the impact of the early seminal contributions by John von Neumann on current research, appreciate his broad impact on physics, and outline the relation of his work in other fields with physics.
Quantum Perspectives: WITS & IBM Seminar Series
Seminar on the potential and limitations of quantum machine learning followed by a panel discussion on Quantum computing enablement and driving quantum computing research at Wits and in South Africa.
