Year of Quantum: How can Quantum Computing solve complex industry problems?

Join us at Digital Catapult for a day exploring the real-world potential of quantum computing. This event will take you from the basics through to real examples of quantum computing and technologies that are being trialled today. From detecting cancer earlier to improving energy systems. You’ll hear from startups, researchers and industry leaders, and get an inside look at different types of quantum hardware.

The day finishes with lab tours and networking, a chance to connect with others driving the future of this exciting technology.

This event will be of interest to:

• Companies looking to understand and adopt quantum technologies across all sectors.
• Industry leaders, government, technology innovators, academics and research experts.

This event will provide a unique opportunity to learn from:

• Leading quantum researchers and industry experts
• Startups from the QTAP programme showcasing real-world applications
• Case studies demonstrating the impact of quantum technologies in areas such as healthcare and energy
• Specialists in quantum hardware, including trapped ions, superconducting devices, boson samplers, and quantum annealers
• Interactive panels exploring the path to quantum advantage and the challenges ahead

09:30 – Registration opens 

Arrive early to meet the team

10:15 – Welcome & introduction

Paul Ceely, Director of Technology Strategy, Digital Catapult

10:25 – Key note

Professor Dominic O’Brien, University of Oxford and Director QCI3 Hub 

10:45 – What is quantum computing?

Daniel Goldsmith, Senior Quantum Computing Technologist, Digital Catapult

11:00 – Bridging innovation and adoption

A look at the journey of moving from early-stage innovation to real-world adoption

11:05 – Quantum Technology Access Programme (QTAP)

Overview of the programme and its role in accelerating innovation and engagement with quantum technologies

Anna Dolgos, Business Analyst, Digital Catapult

11:15 – Break

11:30 – QTAP: Cohort 1 showcase

Hear from the first QTAP cohort 1 about their work with quantum technologies

Clive Emary, Senior Consultant, Frazer-Nash Consultancy

11:50 – QTAP: Cohort 2 showcase

Hear from the first QTAP cohort 1 about their work with quantum technologies

Ryan Parker, Senior Quantum Scientist, Vodafone Group

12:10 – Proof of Concept: Using Quantum Machine Learning for early stage cancer detection

Jan-Lukas Robertus, Consultant Cardiothoracic Pathologist, Head of Department, Imperial College

12:30 – Group panel Q&A

Chair: Paul Ceely, Director of Technology Strategy, Digital Catapult

Speakers:

• Clive Emary, Senior Consultant, Frazer-Nash Consultancy
• Ryan Parker, Senior Quantum Scientist, Vodafone Group
• Jan-Lukas Robertus, Consultant Cardiothoracic Pathologist and Head of Department, Imperial College London

12:45 – Networking lunch

13:45 – Recent advances in quantum algorithms

A technical exploration of the developments in algorithm design.

Ieva Čepaitė, Quantum Algorithms Scientist, Phasecraft

14:00 –  NPL’s perspectives and direction of travel 

Real-world applications of quantum computing technology

Chris Cox, Business Development Manager, National Physical Laboratory

14:15 – Panel Discussion: How important is it to develop quantum responsibly? 

A discussion on timelines, challenges, and perspectives from across the sector.

Chair: Paul Ceely, Director of Technology Strategy, Digital Catapult

Speakers:

• Ieva Čepaitė – Quantum Algorithms Scientist – Phasecraft
• Chanell Daniels, Responsible Technology Innovation Manager, Digital Catapult
• Chris Cox, Business Development Manager, National Physical Laboratory

14:45 – Break

15:00 – The future of quantum hardware

Explore the state of play and what’s next in quantum hardware development.

Joe Day-Evans, Quantum Computing Technologist, Digital Catapult

15:05 –Quantinuum’s approach to Trapped Ion & AI

Konstantinos Meichanetzidis, Senior Research Scientist, Quantinuum

15:25 –Photonic Quantum Computers

Richard Murray, Founder and CEO, ORCA Computing

15:40 – IBM roadmap and the progress towards fault-tolerant quantum computing

Adam Hammond, Business Leader, IBM Quantum EMEA

15:55 – Group panel Q&A

Chair: Paul Ceely, Director of Technology Strategy, Digital Catapult

Speakers:

• Richard Murray, Founder and CEO, ORCA Computing
• Adam Hammond, Business Leader, IBM Quantum EMEA

16:25 – Closing remarks

16:30 – Networking 

17:25 – Event close

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