IBM Quantum System One Access @ QAI
With the announcement of the opening of the IBM Quantum System One in Quebec. , QAI has formed an agreement with the Platform for Digital and Quantum Innovation of Quebec (PINQ²) to provide access to the IBM system for BC post-secondary faculty and students. QAI is covering the cost of access to the IBM system as a pilot in support of the continued education and research excellence in B.C. The Quantum Algorithms Institute is covering the cost of the training for faculty, students, and staff at Canadian post-secondary institutions.
What’s IBM Quantum System One?
IBM Quantum System One is a quantum computing platform that offers users access to quantum computing resources for research, development, and experimentation. The platform includes advanced hardware featuring superconducting qubits, along with software tools like the Qiskit framework. Its 127-qubit utility processor offers improved coherence times and lower error rates than IBM's previous quantum systems. It provides opportunities for exploring quantum algorithms, simulations, and applications.
The IBM Quantum System One caters to a diverse range of target audiences, including:
Researchers and Scientists: Quantum physicists, researchers, and scientists interested in exploring the capabilities of quantum computing, developing new algorithms, and conducting experiments in quantum mechanics.
Developers and Programmers: Software developers and programmers keen on learning and experimenting with quantum programming languages, such as Qiskit, to build and optimize quantum algorithms and applications.
Educational Institutions: Universities, colleges, and educational institutions aiming to incorporate quantum computing into their curriculum, offering students hands-on experience with quantum hardware and software tools.
Industry Professionals: Professionals in various industries, including technology, finance, healthcare, and materials science, seeking to leverage quantum computing for solving complex optimization problems, cryptography, drug discovery, and other applications.
The Quantum Algorithms Institute is covering the full cost for the access to the IBM Quantum System One for B.C. post-secondary faculty and students.
QAI objectives in sponsoring this training and quantum computer access include:
Increasing the number of people with skills in quantum computing
Supporting the growth of the quantum workforce in Canada across multiple industries
Developing use cases for the application of quantum computing to industry challenges
Seeding ideas for applied research projects with industry partners
Eligibility
This program is currently open to all faculty and students at B.C. post-secondary institutions who have interests in quantum computing applications. All users of the IBM Quantum System One through QAI must be a QAI Academic Affiliate . You will become part of the QAI Academic Affiliates program if your application to the IBM Quantum System One Access@ QAI is approved.
Program Outcomes
QAI seeks to realize the following outcomes from this program, supporting individuals to:
Seek employment in the quantum sector
Seek continued education and training in quantum computing
Integrate quantum computing into teaching/research
Develop new applied research projects using quantum
Share findings at events, research papers or case studies
Post-Program Requirements
As part of access to the IBM Quantum System One through QAI, each applicant must complete the following as a condition of participation in the program:
Complete a summary report annually to share findings with QAI, such as key take-aways, potential use-cases, ideas for research projects, etc. Further report guidelines will be provided in the applicant’s confirmation email.
QAI must be cited as a funder in any research publications resulting from this program. In addition, QAI must be referenced in any presentation materials arising from the program; users will be provided with the QAI logo for this purpose.
QAI may also invite trainees to speak at events about training program outcomes and opportunities. all must share findings with QAI in a summary report.
Application Process
Step One:
Fill out the IBM Quantum System One Access@QAI Application Form
The QAI IBM Quantum System One program is exclusively available to members of QAI's Academic Affiliate program. This application form is for the QAI Academic Affiliate program and the QAI IBM Quantum System One program.
Once submitted, you will receive an invitation to our quantum community portal while waiting for a response from our selection committee. Please note that all communications and updates regarding the approval process will be sent to applicants via email.
IBM Quantum System One Access@QAI Application Form
Step Two:
QAI will review the application and candidates will be notified via email of the decision. Successful candidates will be provided a user agreement, QAI email credential, and instructions to enroll in the program.
Application Details:
Applicants will be asked to upload an academic CV or resume in assistance to help QAI understand applicants’ training interests, research focus areas, and how training and access will help achieve QAI program objectives and outcomes.
QAI reserves the right to decline any applications that do not reflect the goals of the program or do not indicate the required pre-requisite. All applicants will receive a reply.
QAI also reserves the right to reserve spots for QAI priority areas or groups to ensure equity, diversity, and inclusion, as well as a wide range of experience levels, post-secondary institutions, industry focus areas etc.
For questions on the QAI application process for the IBM Quantum System One Access @ QAI, please email contact@quantumalgorithmsinstitute.ca.
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