Entangled Things

In this special episode of Entangled Things, Patrick and Ciprian explore the pivotal advancements that defined quantum computing in 2024 and set the stage for an exciting 2025. Dubbed "the year of error correction," 2024 saw groundbreaking progress, including Microsoft and Quantinuum's collaboration to create 12 reliable logical qubits using Azure Quantum’s qubit-virtualization system and the H2 trapped-ion quantum computer. Looking ahead, 2025 is poised to be the year of logical qubits, driving further innovation and capability in the quantum realm.The episode also highlights Google’s unveiling of its revolutionary Willow chip, capable of performing tasks that would take a supercomputer 10 septillion years to complete. Join us as we reflect on these monumental achievements and discuss the quantum breakthroughs shaping the future of technology.

In this captivating episode of Entangled Things, Srinjoy Ganguly returns to join Patrick and Ciprian for an engaging exploration of AI-assisted optimization and its synergy with quantum computing. As he embarks on his PhD journey in quantum computing in the UK, Srinjoy shares expert insights into the transformative impact of AI and quantum technologies on the future of innovation. Additionally, he offers practical advice for newcomers eager to step into the world of quantum computing. Don't miss this enlightening conversation at the crossroads of groundbreaking technology and exciting opportunities. Srinjoy Ganguly is the founder & CEO of AdroitERA an EdTech firm which provides training on cutting edge technologies and IBM recognized Quantum Educator. He possesses a Masters in Quantum Computing Technologies from Technical University of Madrid, Spain and an MSc in Artificial Intelligence from University of Southampton, UK. He has over 4+ years of experience in Quantum Computing and 5+ years of experience in Machine Learning, Deep Learning, AI. He has completed research-based courses on 5G signal processing systems from IIT Kanpur. He led, mentored and taught Quantum Machine Learning (QML) study space at QResearch QWorld and authored a book on Quantum Computing with Silq Programming. He has conducted Faculty Development Training at IIIT Pune by special invitation, gave expert talks on QML at IEEE SPS and has conducted several webinars at various institutes related to QML and Quantum Computing. He has been specially appointed and invited by Woxsen University as a Visiting Faculty to teach Quantum Computing to MBA students. He has also supervised research interns on QNLP, ZX calculus and Quantum Music as a part of QIntern 2021. His research interests include Quantum Machine Learning, Quantum Natural Language Processing (QNLP), Graphical Calculus for Quantum Computing (ZX Calculus) and Quantum Image Processing. 

In Episode 102 of Entangled Things, Patrick and Ciprian delve into the groundbreaking research that earned the 2024 Nobel Prize in Physics. Together, they explore how cutting-edge research methods and advancements in artificial intelligence are reshaping the scientific landscape.The discussion highlights the innovative tools and techniques driving progress, offering insights into how these developments will influence the future of quantum computing, physics, and beyond. Whether you’re a science enthusiast or an industry professional, this episode provides a fascinating look at the intersection of AI, research, and discovery.Tune in for an engaging exploration of the science and innovation shaping tomorrow’s breakthroughs!

In Episode 101, Patrick and Ciprian welcome back Elisabetta Valiante of 1Qbit for an insightful discussion on the evolving landscape of quantum computing and artificial intelligence. Together, they explore how to tailor problems for quantum computers, the advancements in error-corrected qubits, and the rising energy demands of AI and Large Language Models. Tune in for expert perspectives on navigating these technological frontiers.We are also thrilled to share a position paper co-authored by Elisabetta in collaboration with HPE, Qolab, Nvidia, and several other universities and institutions. This groundbreaking work delves into building scalable quantum supercomputers and overcoming key challenges in the field.🔗 Read the position paper on arXiv🔗 HPE Blog Post: How to Build a Quantum SupercomputerTune in for expert perspectives on navigating these technological frontiers and advancing the quantum era.Elisabetta Valiante has been a member of the Optimization Solutions Team at 1QBit since 2018. She is experienced in optimization problems in chemistry, biochemistry, and finance, as well as benchmarking quantum and quantum-inspired optimization algorithms and hardware.Elisabetta graduated in Physics in her home country at the Sapienza University of Rome. She earned a PhD from the Ludwig Maximilian University with a dissertation on galaxy evolution, and had postdoctoral appointments at the University of British Columbia and Cardiff University. She was the leader of the first major world data release of the Herschel Astrophysical Terahertz Large Area Survey (H-ATLAS). Elisabetta has published and co-authored scientific articles in peer-reviewed journals, and has presented at many international conferences (for example, the XXIX International Astronomical Union General Assembly) and colloquia.A passionate mentor, she recently participated in the “Girls and STEAM” event at Science World in Vancouver, BC. Elisabetta currently resides in Vancouver, BC with her partner and her cat.

EPISODE 100! In this milestone episode, Patrick and Ciprian are thrilled to welcome back Richard Campbell for a fascinating discussion that dives deep into the world of quantum advancements and scientific exploration. Together, they explore the mysterious Majorana Fermion, the allure of Cold Fusion, the lessons from refuted papers, and the solutions and innovations that have reshaped the industry. Join us as we celebrate 100 episodes of thought-provoking insights and look ahead to the future of quantum technology! Richard Campbell wrote his first line of code in 1977. His career has spanned the computing industry both on the hardware and software sides, development and operations. He was a co-founder of Strangeloop Networks, acquired by Radware in 2013, and was on the board of directors of Telerik that was acquired by Progress Software in 2014. Today he is a consultant and advisor to several successful technology firms and is the founder and chairman of Humanitarian Toolbox (www.htbox.org), a public charity that builds open-source software for disaster relief. Richard is the host of two podcasts: .NET Rocks! (www.dotnetrocks.com) the Internet Audio Talkshow for .NET developers and RunAs Radio (www.runasradio.com), a weekly show for IT Professionals. He also produces the DevIntersection (www.devintersection.com) series of conferences.

In Episode 99, Patrick and Ciprian dive into recent breakthroughs from Shanghai University, exploring the rapid advancements in quantum computing, Shor’s Algorithm, and how we can start preparing today for the tech of tomorrow. 

In Episode 98, Patrick and Ciprian explore the potential paradigm shift in Quantum Computing. They dive into the world of photonics, harnessing nature’s capabilities, and the future of quantum computing’s next major breakthrough. 

In Episode 97, Patrick sits down with Jiafeng Harvest Xie, an Associate Professor at Villanova University, for a fascinating deep dive into the future of cybersecurity. They explore cutting-edge topics like post-quantum cryptographic engineering, the game-changing potential of homomorphic encryption, and the complexities of learning with errors. Tune in for an insightful conversation on the next frontier of encryption and data security. Dr. Xie is currently an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Villanova University. His research interests include cryptographic engineering, post-quantum cryptography, fully homomorphic encryption, fault detection & hardware security, and digitalization for telemetry systems. Dr. Xie has served as technical committee member for many reputed conferences such as HOST, ICCAD, and DAC. Currently, he is serving as Associate Editor for Microelectronics Journal, IEEE Access, and IEEE Trans. on VLSI Systems and Senior Associate Editor for IEEE Trans. on Circuits and Systems-II: Express Briefs. He received the IEEE Access Outstanding Associate Editor for the year of 2019, the 2022 IEEE Philadelphia Section Merrill Buckley Jr. Student Project Award AFRL Visiting Research Faculty Program (VFRP) Award 2022, IEEE Philadelphia Section Engineer of the Year Award 2024, and the Best Paper Award from IEEE International Symposium on Hardware Oriented Security and Trust 2019 (HOST'19). Dr. Jiafeng (Harvest) Xie (jiafeng.xie@villanova.edu)Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Villanova University

In Episode 96, Patrick and Ciprian sit down with Scott Genin, Vice President of Materials Discovery at OTI Luminotics. Together, they delve into cutting-edge topics including cathode patterning materials, the role of computational chemistry in innovation, and the exciting possibilities of programmable bosonic sampling.Scott Genin is the Vice President of Materials Discovery at OTI Lumionics Inc., where he manages the computational design and synthesis of novel materials for organic light emitting diodes. As part of his role, he leads the development of algorithms to simulate molecules and material properties on quantum computers. Scott has a B.A.Sc in Chemical Engineering and Chemistry from Queen’s University and a Ph.D. from the University of Toronto. Scott previously worked in the pharmaceutical industry prior to joining OTI.

In Episode 95, Patrick and Ciprian engage in a captivating conversation with Dr. Peter Rohde. This episode dives into the world of blockchain technology, exploring the nuances of proof of stake vs. proof of work mechanisms and their implications for the future.But that's not all! The discussion also ventures into the realm of quantum repeater networks, shedding light on their potential to revolutionize quantum communications.Dr. Peter Rohde is BTQ's Senior Quantum Researcher and co-host of the podcast "The Quantum State." BTQ is an innovative leader in quantum technology and digital security. With the advent of quantum computing posing an imminent threat to digital security, we are dedicated to providing robust post-quantum cryptography (PQC) solutions to secure mission-critical networks. As one the first publicly-traded companies offering investors dual exposure to these growing fields, we are at the forefront of the digital security sector.Dr. Peter Rohde completed his PhD at the University of Queensland in photonic quantum computing. His research has focussed on linear optics quantum computing, quantum cryptography and quantum communications. He was awarded an Australian Research Council Future Fellowship to pursue research in cloud quantum computing and encrypted quantum computation. He authored the book “The Quantum Internet” published by Cambridge University Press, the first academic text in the field, and co-authored “An Australian Strategy for the Quantum Revolution” in conjunction with the Australian Strategic Policy Institute (ASPI) which laid the foundations for Australia’s national quantum strategy. He has held positions at Oxford University, Macquarie University, University of Technology Sydney, University of Queensland and the Max-Planck Institute for the Science of Light. His theoretical research into boson-sampling has been highly influential and contributed to the demonstration of post-classical optical quantum computing.