Coming together to share our work

Bringing the Hub together

Over 80 members of the Quantum Computing and Simulation (QCS) Hub gathered on June 20th and 21st at the University of Oxford’s Blavatnik School of Government, for the latest biannual Project Forum event. The meeting brought together researchers from the Hub’s 17 partner institutions, fostering collaboration and sharing key successes and ongoing developments in their work.

The two-day event featured a variety of presentations covering a wide range of topics in quantum computing. This year's guest speakers included Prof. Michael Holynski, Principal Investigator at the UK Quantum Technology Hub in Sensors and Timing, who gave an overview of the UK Quantum Technology Hub in Sensors and Timing, and Professor Erika Andersson from the Quantum Communication Hub, who spoke about various aspects of her Hub's work.

Early-career researchers presented in-depth looks at their work, with titles such as Mario Gely's "Electronic (microwave) qubit control" and Simone Fasciati's "Exploring multi-species qubit systems". Talks from software-focused researchers included Robert Booth's "Distributed quantum computing" and Mina Doosti's presentation on the Hub’s Software work packages.

In addition to presentations from our work package leaders and researchers, PhD students also had the opportunity to present their research to the whole Hub. Some outstanding presentations included Imogen Forbes' talk on "Simulating High Energy Physics with Quantum Photonics" and James Mills' discussion on "Simplifying Errors by Symmetry and Randomisation". These presentations allowed the attendees to gain insights into the cutting-edge research projects being conducted by the next generation of quantum computing researchers and served as a platform for these students to shine.

Alongside these presentations, a successful poster session took place, featuring over 20 posters that showcased various aspects of the Hub's work in quantum computing hardware and software. This interactive session allowed for lively discussions and further insights into the projects undertaken by the research teams. Attendees were able to engage with the presenters and delve deeper into the intricacies of each project, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation for the work being done within the Hub.

Biannual Project Forum events play a crucial role in fostering collaboration and developing relationships among members of organizations as geographically distributed as the QCS Hub. They offer a unique opportunity for attendees to connect face-to-face, exchange ideas, and forge lasting partnerships that contribute to the advancement of the field of quantum technology.

With the successful conclusion of the recent Project Forum, QCS Hub teams, spread across the UK, return to their respective institutions to advance their research and continue making strides in quantum technology and innovation. The connections and insights gained at the event, along with the spirit of collaboration, are bound to inspire even more groundbreaking work in the months to come.