Faculty Candidate Seminar – Frontiers of Quantum Information Science and Quantum Software Developments

Date: Wednesday, March 6, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 
Location: EV 1.162 

Abstract

In this presentation, I will discuss the crucial role of Quantum Information Science and Technology (QIST) in developing the future quantum society through quantum computation and communication. I will present real-world applications through my work on quantum energy teleportation, quantum simulations, and quantum software developments, addressing questions like “What can future quantum networks do?”, "How can quantum simulations reveal new physics?" and "How can quantum technology impact industrial and engineering applications?" I will highlight the development of cutting-edge software for large-scale quantum simulations in physics and chemistry. Additionally, I will delve into my latest research on quantum error correction and large-scale simulations of higher-dimensional models, providing insights into the forefront of quantum advancements. Through my presentation, the audience will grasp the diverse applications and progress in Quantum Information Science and Technology to solve various problems in physics and computer science.

Biography

Dr. Kazuki Ikeda received his PhD from Osaka University. His expertise includes quantum computation and quantum information science, with research interests spanning various areas of quantum physics, mathematical science, and software developments. He is familiar with a variety of quantum computation techniques; for example, his early paper on quantum annealing is included in D-Wave's user handbook with an official demonstration. More recently, he achieved the first experimental demonstration of quantum energy teleportation at zero temperature using IBM superconducting qubits. His seminal achievement was recognized as one of the Biggest Discoveries in Physics in 2023 by Quanta Magazine, alongside the discoveries of Low-Frequency Gravitational Waves and the James Webb Space Telescope.