Quantum Computing: Revolutionizing computation through quantum mechanics

Since 1981 when Richard Feynman proposed a device called a “quantum computer” to take advantage of the laws of quantum physics to achieve computational speed-ups over classical methods, quantum algorithms have been developed that offer fast solutions to problems in a variety of fields including number theory, optimization, chemistry, physics, and materials science. Quantum devices have also significantly advanced such that components of a scalable quantum computer have been demonstrated; the promise of implementing quantum algorithms is in our near future. This talk will reveal some of the mysteries of this disruptive, revolutionary computational paradigm and how it will transform our digital age.

Date:

October 5, 2017

Speakers:

Krysta M. Svore

Affiliation:

Microsoft Research