PASQuanS2.1
About the Research Program
PASQuanS2.1: Programmable Atomic Large-Scale Quantum Simulation 2.1
One of the most promising and disruptive applications for quantum computing are quantum simulators, i.e., the simulation of many-body quantum systems using qubit architectures to investigate new materials, identify potential molecules for drug design and pharmaceutical research and to research fundamental physics in extreme conditions, as present in the early universe. Quantum simulators are currently maturing into a powerful tool that can help address real-world problems and are starting to generate great value for society and industry.
PasQuanS2, consisting of two dedicated project phases, is setting out to establish a dedicated, comprehensive quantum simulation ecosystem in Europe that will benefit both academia and industry over a total of seven years. To achieve this, the consortium will, in the first phase PASQuanS2.1, develop quantum simulators with at least 2000 atoms while paving the path for 10000 atoms and improving overall control, stability, and scalability of individual qubits, building on the initial success and achievements of the predecessor project PASQuanS. By the conclusion of the first phase, the consortium envisions the establishment of a full quantum simulation ecosystem by leveraging cutting-edge technologies and fostering collaborative partnerships with industrial technology partners, supply chain stakeholders, and dedicated end-users.
In the consortium, Menlo Systems is developing a nonlinear frequency conversion unit for the generation of light around 1 µm wavelength. This unit can be used to lock and qualify lasers that are used to drive Rydberg array platforms, which is key to improving the coherence in all-qubit manipulation operations.
Related websites:
https://cordis.europa.eu/project/id/101113690
We gratefully acknowledge funding by the European Union’s Horizon Europe research and innovation program.
