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QCA: QUBITS Seminar by Robin Kaarsgaard Sales on "Free Quantum Computing"
by Lise Refstrup Linnebjerg Pedersen 06 Feb '26

06 Feb '26

UPDATE: We have had to change the auditorium for this seminar. Unfortunately, if you previously declined the calendar invitation, you may need to decline it again after this update. We are very sorry for the inconvenience. ———————————— Dear all, Join us for the next QUBITS Seminar, where Associate Professor Robin Kaarsgaard Sales, Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at the Southern Denmark, will give a talk entitled: “Free Quantum Computing” Date: March 2, 2026 Time: 14:15–16:00 Location: iNANO Aud. (1593-012)<https://www.au.dk/om/organisation/find-au/bygningskort?b=1593> Format: 45-minute talk followed by discussion and refreshments All are welcome! Drinks and snacks will be served after the talk. Please accept this calendar invitation if you plan to attend—it helps us estimate catering needs. About the speaker: Read more about the talk and the speaker here via this link<https://projects.au.dk/quantum/news-and-events/item/artikel/free-quantum-co…>. ABSTRACT Quantum computing improves substantially on known classical algorithms for various important problems, but the nature of the relationship between quantum and classical computing is not yet fully understood. This relationship can be clarified by free models, that add to classical computing just enough physical principles to represent quantum computing and no more. In this talk, I will describe an axiomatisation of quantum computing that replaces the standard continuous postulates with a small number of discrete equations, as well as a free model that replaces the standard linear-algebraic model with a category-theoretical one. The axioms and model are based on reversible classical computing, isolate quantum advantage in the ability to take certain well-behaved square roots, and link to various quantum computing hardware platforms. This approach allows combinatorial optimisation, including brute force computer search, to optimise quantum computations. The free model may be interpreted as a programming language for quantum computers, that has the same expressivity and computational universality as the standard model, but additionally allows automated verification and reasoning. → Please forward this invitation to interested colleagues who may not already have signed up for information and direct invites from QCA. Encourage them to join our community and stay updated<https://projects.au.dk/quantum/sign-up>! → Follow Quantum Campus Aarhus on LinkedIn to stay up to date with news, events, and community highlights: Quantum Campus Aarhus LinkedIn<https://www.linkedin.com/company/quantum-campus-aarhus-qca-aarhus-universit…> For details and upcoming QUBITS Seminars, visit: https://projects.au.dk/quantum/qubit-seminars We look forward to seeing you there. Kindly note: You are receiving this email because you are part of the Quantum Campus Aarhus mailing list. If you wish to be removed, please contact me directly. If this invitation was forwarded to you by a colleague and you would like to receive future QUBITS Seminar announcements directly, you can sign up here<https://projects.au.dk/quantum/sign-up>. On behalf of the QUBITS Seminar Committee, Jill Miwa (PHYS, iNANO), Tobias Weidner (CHEM, iNANO), Victoria Birkedal (CHEM, iNANO), Jaco van de Pol (CS), Christian Pascal Hirsch (MATH), and Andreas Roepstorff (AIAS, ARTS). Best regards, Lise (Quantum Campus Aarhus Coordinator) Med venlig hilsen / Best regards, Lise Refstrup Linnebjerg Pedersen Special Consultant, MSc, PhD, Dip. Com. iNANO Communication Responsible Quantum Campus Aarhus (QCA) Coordinator (quantum.au.dk<https://projects.au.dk/quantum>) Trade Union Representative (DM<https://dm.dk/english/>, IDA<https://english.ida.dk/?_gl=1*9lyjw1*_gcl_au*MTQ3MzU3NzYwNy4xNzI0ODM2ODA4*_….>, DJØF<https://www.djoef.dk/english>, PharmaDanmark<https://www.pharmadanmark.dk/en/front-page>) Office: Bldg. 1590 room 222 Tel: +45 31 36 16 93 E-mail: lrlp(a)inano.au.dk<mailto:lrlp@inano.au.dk> Personal website: au.dk/lrlp(a)inano.au.dk<https://www.au.dk/lrlp@inano.au.dk> Interdisciplinary Nanoscience Center (iNANO) Aarhus University Gustav Wieds Vej 14 8000 Aarhus C, Denmark Website: http://inano.au.dk/ [cid:image002.png@01DB1B01.25330720]<https://inano.au.dk/>

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QCA Updates: News, funding opportunities & upcoming events
by Lise Refstrup Linnebjerg Pedersen 06 Feb '26

06 Feb '26

Dear Quantum Campus Aarhus Community, Here’s a quick overview of the selected quantum related news content to help you navigate: * QCA News: * Carlsberg Foundation infrastructure grants to AU researchers * Novo Synergy grant for QuantuMRI at AU * * Funding Opportunities: * IFD Grand Solutions 2026 (Quantum Technologies) * NordForsk call: 2026 International Joint Initiative for Research Harnessing Disruptive Technologies to Address Global Challenges * NNF Data Science Collaborative Research Programme 2026 * QuNorth Flagship programme (access to MAGNE) is open * * Upcoming Events: Highlights of key quantum science events in Denmark and internationally, including: * QUBITS Seminar Series (upcoming talks) – next on Mar 2 * Nordic Quantum Ideation Workshop (Apr 8–10, Copenhagen) * National Optics Congress 2026 (Apr 8–9, AU) * IEEE qCCL 2026 (Aalborg) Scroll down for details and registration links! → Please forward this email to interested colleagues who may not already have signed up for information from QCA. Encourage them to join our community and stay updated<https://projects.au.dk/quantum/sign-up>! QCA News * Carlsberg Foundation – research infrastructure grants (AU) * Bo Brummerstedt Iversen: Accurate quantification of phase transitions in energy and quantum materials. Read more here.<https://www.carlsbergfondet.dk/det-har-vi-stoettet/cf25-1675/> * Jill Miwa: ASTRID2 + APPLE-II: Driving Next-Gen Quantum Research in Denmark. Read more here.<https://www.carlsbergfondet.dk/det-har-vi-stoettet/cf25-1751/> * Sune Jespersen receives NOVO Synergy grant for QuantuMRI (Quantum-sensed Magnetic Resonance Imaging) * Professor Sune Jespersen (AU) has received a NOVO Synergy grant for the project “Quantum-sensed Magnetic Resonance Imaging (QuantuMRI): Imaging beyond the voxel”. Read more here.<https://phys.au.dk/aktuelt/nyhed/artikel/sune-jespersen-modtager-novo-syner…> * Open positions in the Nordics * Here you can find a collection of quantum-related positions that are currently open in the Nordics, both in academia and industry. Find the open positions here<https://nordita.org/nordic-quantum/nq-open-positions/> * QCA on LinkedIn * Follow QCA on LinkedIn<https://www.linkedin.com/company/quantum-campus-aarhus-qca-aarhus-universit…> * Hosting a quantum-related talk/event at AU? * Let us know so we can promote it through QCA and perhaps as a QUBITS seminar. Upcoming and previous seminars<https://projects.au.dk/quantum/qubit-seminars>. ________________________________ Funding Opportunities Innovation Fund Denmark: Grand Solutions 2026 – Quantum Technologies * Funding for ambitious projects strengthening Danish positions of strength in quantum technologies (two-phase application). * Phase 1 deadline: March 3, 2026, 12:00 noon * Phase 2 deadline: September 10, 2026, 12:00 noon. * Read more here: https://innovationsfonden.dk/en/p/grand-solutions/grand-solutions-2026-quan… NordForsk: 2026 International Joint Initiative for Research Harnessing Disruptive Technologies to Address Global Challenges (NFRF + NordForsk) * This call supports international, interdisciplinary and transformative projects using disruptive technologies to address major global challenges and accelerate progress toward the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). * Deadlines: NOI (March 3, 2026), LOI (June 9, 2026), Full application (November 3, 2026). * NordForsk finances Nordic participants (projects must include partners from at least two Nordic countries; one Nordic team member must be Co-PI). * See call here.<https://www.nordforsk.org/calls/call-proposals-disruptive-technologies> Novo Nordisk Foundation: Data Science Collaborative Research Programme 2026 * Collaborative research programme supporting interdisciplinary data science projects anchored at Danish research institutions (up to DKK 40 million per grant). * Call closes: March 3, 2026, 14:00 (Copenhagen time). * Read more and apply here<https://novonordiskfonden.dk/en/grant/data-science-collaborative-research-p…>. QuNorth Flagship programme – access to MAGNE is open (call open until Jun 12, 2026) * QuNorth has launched its Flagship Programme and will jointly select up to three teams for a structured support programme, including early/exclusive access to MAGNE (Denmark’s national quantum computing facility). * Read the full call.<https://qunorth.com/news/flagship/> Horizon Europe – European Commission * Open and upcoming calls on quantum communication, sensing, computing and infrastructure, among others. * Find open EU calls<https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/oppor…> ________________________________ Upcoming Events Events in Denmark in 2026 (selection) * QUBITS Seminars:<https://projects.au.dk/quantum/qubit-seminars> * Mar 2: Robin Kaarsgaard Sales, SDU<https://projects.au.dk/quantum/news-and-events/item/artikel/free-quantum-co…> * Apr 13: Sarang Dalal, CFIN, HEALTH, AU<https://projects.au.dk/quantum/news-and-events/item/artikel/titel-to-be-ann…> * May 4: Emil Zanchetta Ulsig, ECE, TECH, AU and Qversion<https://projects.au.dk/quantum/news-and-events/item/artikel/qubits-seminar-…> * Nordic Quantum Ideation Workshop<https://www.nordicinnovation.org/events/2026/apply-now-nordic-quantum-ideat…> (Apr 8–10 @ Copenhagen) * A hands-on, two-day workshop for PhD students, postdocs, researchers, and PIs exploring application and startup potential of quantum research (free of charge; includes a matchmaking dinner on Apr 8). * National Optics Congress 2026<https://www.dops.dk/event/dops-national-optics-congress-2026/> (Apr 8–9 @ Aarhus University) * DOPS’ National Optics Congress takes place April 8–9, 2026 at Aarhus University * IEEE qCCL 2026<https://www.ieeeqccl2026.com/> (30 June–3 July @ Aalborg University) * EEE International Conference on Quantum Control, Computing and Learning (IEEE qCCL 2026) takes place July 1–3, 2026 at Aalborg University, preceded by tutorials on June 30. Lists of international events * Quantum Technology Lab<https://quantum.technology/conf/index.html> * Nordic Quantum events calendar<https://nordita.org/nordic-quantum/nordic-quantum-events/> Stay Connected with QCA Learn more about QCA on the Quantum Campus Aarhus website →<https://projects.au.dk/quantum>. Follow QCA on LinkedIn →<https://www.linkedin.com/company/quantum-campus-aarhus-qca-aarhus-universit…>. Kindly note: You are receiving this email because you are on the Quantum Campus Aarhus mailing list. If you would like to be removed from this list, please contact me directly. Best regards, Lise Refstrup Linnebjerg Pedersen Quantum Campus Aarhus (QCA) Coordinator Med venlig hilsen / Best regards, Lise Refstrup Linnebjerg Pedersen Special Consultant, MSc, PhD, Dip. Com. iNANO Communication Responsible Quantum Campus Aarhus (QCA) Coordinator (quantum.au.dk<https://projects.au.dk/quantum>) Trade Union Representative (DM<https://dm.dk/english/>, IDA<https://english.ida.dk/?_gl=1*9lyjw1*_gcl_au*MTQ3MzU3NzYwNy4xNzI0ODM2ODA4*_….>, DJØF<https://www.djoef.dk/english>, PharmaDanmark<https://www.pharmadanmark.dk/en/front-page>) Office: Bldg. 1590 room 222 Tel: +45 31 36 16 93 E-mail: lrlp(a)inano.au.dk<mailto:lrlp@inano.au.dk> Personal website: au.dk/lrlp(a)inano.au.dk<https://www.au.dk/lrlp@inano.au.dk> Interdisciplinary Nanoscience Center (iNANO) Aarhus University Gustav Wieds Vej 14 8000 Aarhus C, Denmark Website: http://inano.au.dk/ [cid:image002.png@01DB1B01.25330720]<https://inano.au.dk/>

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