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QCA: QUBITS Seminar by Prof. Jørgen Ellegaard Andersen (SDU) on "Gaussian Weighted Integrals, Gaussian Boson Sampling, CV and DV Topological Quantum Computing and Industrial Applications"
by Lise Refstrup Linnebjerg Pedersen 08 Sep '25

08 Sep '25

Dear all, At very short notice, we have the opportunity to host a QUBITS Seminar with Professor Jørgen Ellegaard Andersen (University of Southern Denmark, Centre for Quantum Mathematics). He will give a talk entitled: ”Gaussian Weighted Integrals, Gaussian Boson Sampling, CV and DV Topological Quantum Computing and Industrial Applications” Date: September 15, 2025 Time: 14:15–16:00 Location: iNANO Aud (1593-012) Format: 45-minute talk followed by 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 speaker here via this link<https://projects.au.dk/quantum/news-and-events/item/artikel/gaussian-weight…>. ABSTRACT The talk will cover a broad range of the quantum algorithm and quantum software work they do at the Centre for Quantum Mathematics at SDU. In particular, their recent work on applications of Gaussian Boson Sampling to computation of Gaussian weighted integrals, where they can mathematically establish exponential speed up over Monte Carlo sampling under certain conditions and speed up over Monte Carlo sampling in general. Their novel ideas of implementing both the Andersen–Kashaev TQFT and further the Witten–Reshetikhin–Turaev TQFT as novel forms of Topological Quantum Computing on various kinds of quantum hardware will be reviewed, and their collaborations with quantum hardware teams both from academia and from quantum start-ups will be covered. Finally, collaborations with major Danish and international industry partners via their collaboration with Qpurpose will be discussed. → Please forward this invitation 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>! 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. ACT coordinator – Innovative Science Communication 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/ [signature_1702226708]<https://inano.au.dk/>

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QCA: QUBITS Seminar by Julia Cramer on "How to talk about quantum; about framing, metaphors and engagement on quantum science and technologies"
by Lise Refstrup Linnebjerg Pedersen 02 Jun '25

02 Jun '25

Dear all, Apologies for sending the invitation again. Julia Cramer’s affiliation was listed incorrectly in the original message. Assistant Professor Julia Cramer is a quantum physicist and science communication researcher at Leiden University. Best regards, Lise Dear all, Join us for the next QUBITS Seminar on June 16, 2025, where Assistant Professor Julia Cramer, quantum physicist and science communication researcher (Leiden University) will give a talk entitled: How to talk about quantum; about framing, metaphors and engagement on quantum science and technologies Date: June 16, 2025 Time: 14:15–16:00 Location: Dept. of Chemistry, Aud I (1514-213) Format: 45-minute talk followed by 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. ABSTRACT Quantum science and technologies are advancing rapidly, but what about public understanding and engagement? In this talk, Julia Cramer—leader of the Quantum and Society research group at Leiden University—addresses the importance of involving society in the quantum revolution. She shares insights from empirical studies on how quantum is framed in TEDx talks and news media, explores the metaphors used to describe quantum concepts, and presents findings from a quantum exhibition at a large music festival in the Netherlands. In a time of growing science skepticism, this talk highlights how communication, framing and dialogue are key to building societal relevance and trust in emerging quantum technologies. This is a shortened version of the abstract. The full version is available here: https://projects.au.dk/quantum/qubit-seminars → Please forward this invitation 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>! 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. ACT coordinator – Innovative Science Communication 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/ [signature_3353273729]<https://inano.au.dk/>

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QCA: QUBITS Seminar by Julia Cramer on "How to talk about quantum; about framing, metaphors and engagement on quantum science and technologies"
by Lise Refstrup Linnebjerg Pedersen 28 May '25

28 May '25

Dear all, Join us for the next QUBITS Seminar on June 16, 2025, where Assistant Professor Julia Cramer (Dept. of Computer Science, AU) will give a talk entitled: How to talk about quantum; about framing, metaphors and engagement on quantum science and technologies Date: June 16, 2025 Time: 14:15–16:00 Location: Dept. of Chemistry, Aud I (1514-213) Format: 45-minute talk followed by 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. ABSTRACT Quantum science and technologies are advancing rapidly, but what about public understanding and engagement? In this talk, Julia Cramer—leader of the Quantum and Society research group at Leiden University—addresses the importance of involving society in the quantum revolution. She shares insights from empirical studies on how quantum is framed in TEDx talks and news media, explores the metaphors used to describe quantum concepts, and presents findings from a quantum exhibition at a large music festival in the Netherlands. In a time of growing science skepticism, this talk highlights how communication, framing and dialogue are key to building societal relevance and trust in emerging quantum technologies. This is a shortened version of the abstract. The full version is available here: https://projects.au.dk/quantum/qubit-seminars → Please forward this invitation 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>! 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. ACT coordinator – Innovative Science Communication 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/ [signature_3353273729]<https://inano.au.dk/>

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QCA: Webinar on May 27 regarding new funding opportunity for international quantum innovation projects
by Lise Refstrup Linnebjerg Pedersen 18 May '25

18 May '25

Dear Quantum Campus Aarhus Community, Innovation Fund Denmark has announced a new call for international projects on applied quantum technology under the EUREKA framework. Together with nine other countries, €2 million is allocated by the foundation for Danish participants, with up to €500,000 per applicant and €650,000 per project. The application period is open from May 6 to September 5, 2025. At least one Danish company must participate in each project. Learn more and apply: * Eureka Network<https://www.eurekanetwork.org> * Innovationsfonden<https://innovationsfonden.dk> WEBINAR for potential applicants: * May 27, 2025, 14:30 – 15:30 * Register here<https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/1544306309656566875> Attached to this email, you will find a description of the call in both Danish and English. → 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>! Stay Connected with QCA Learn more about QCA on the Quantum Campus Aarhus website →<https://projects.au.dk/quantum>. 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. ACT coordinator – Innovative Science Communication 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/ [signature_889180727]<https://inano.au.dk/>

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QCA: QUBITS Seminar by Kasper Green Larsen on "An Exponential Separation Between Quantum and Quantum-Inspired Classical Algorithms for Machine Learning"
by Lise Refstrup Linnebjerg Pedersen 30 Apr '25

30 Apr '25

Dear all, Join us for the next QUBITS Seminar on May 19, 2025, where Professor Kasper Green Larsen (Dept. of Computer Science, AU) will give a talk entitled: An Exponential Separation Between Quantum and Quantum-Inspired Classical Algorithms for Machine Learning Date: May 19, 2025 Time: 14:15–16:00 Location: iNANO Auditorium (1593-012) Format: 45-minute talk followed by 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. ABSTRACT Achieving a provable exponential quantum speedup for an important machine learning task has been a central research goal since the seminal HHL quantum algorithm for solving linear systems and the subsequent quantum recommender systems algorithm by Kerenidis and Prakash. These algorithms were initially believed to be strong candidates for exponential speedups, but a lower bound ruling out similar classical improvements remained absent. In breakthrough work by Tang, it was demonstrated that this lack of progress in classical lower bounds was for good reasons. Concretely, she provided a classical counterpart to the quantum recommender systems algorithm, reducing the quantum advantage to a mere polynomial. Her approach is quite general and was named quantum-inspired classical algorithms. Since then, almost all the initially exponential quantum machine learning speedups have been reduced to polynomial via new quantum-inspired classical algorithms. From the current state of affairs, it remains unclear whether exponential quantum speedups can be achieved for any natural machine learning task. In this talk, Kasper Green Larsen<https://pure.au.dk/portal/da/persons/larsen@cs.au.dk> presents the first provable exponential separation between quantum and quantum-inspired classical algorithms. The separation is shown for the basic problem of solving a linear system when the input matrix is well-conditioned and has sparse rows and columns. This is joint work with Allan Grønlund<https://www.kvantify.com/people>, Kvantify. 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. 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. ACT coordinator – Innovative Science Communication 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/ [signature_2354816178]<https://inano.au.dk/> [signature_1331753552]<https://matchpoints.au.dk/matchpoints2025>

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QCA: Updates on Events, Funding Opportunities, and More!
by Lise Refstrup Linnebjerg Pedersen 25 Apr '25

25 Apr '25

Dear Quantum Campus Aarhus Community, We have a lineup of events and a funding opportunity that may be relevant to you as a member of the quantum science and technology community at Aarhus University! Here’s a quick overview of the content to help you navigate: * QCA News: New Danish-Swiss matchmaking platform, Slides etc. from DeiC Q-Access Roadshow, DQC Scientific Conference 2025 (Sign up!), QUBITS seminar series. * Funding Opportunities: Innovation Fund Denmark - Grand Solutions 2025, New DeiC quantum call for educational activities, JST's ASPIRE 2025 call for international collaboration in quantum research. * Upcoming Events: Highlights of key quantum science events in Denmark and internationally. 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 * New Platform for professional matchmaking for Danish-Swiss quantum research * Webinar on May 6, 2025 * Registration open until May 26, 2025 (Read more and register<https://ufm.dk/aktuelt/nyheder/2025/ny-platform-professionel-matchmaking-fo…>) * DeiC Q-access Roadshow at AU on Mar 5, 2025: * Please find attached slides from the event and ”Installation Guide for Qiskit Based Quantum Programming prepared by AAU and DeiC”. * Quantum Korea 2025<https://dqc.dk/event/june-2025-explore-collaboration-opportunities-at-quant…> (Seoul) and Quantum Innovation 2025<https://quantum-innovation.riken.jp/QI2025.html> (Osaka) * Let us know if you plan to attend, so AU representation can be highlighted! Invest in Denmark is preparing for Danish participation. * Sign up for DQC Scientific Quantum Conference 2025<https://dqc.dk/event/2nd-annual-dqc-scientific-quantum-conference/> on Apr 8-9 @AIAS, AU * QUBITS Seminar Series – Check out upcoming talks<https://projects.au.dk/quantum/qubit-seminars>: * Have a quantum-related talk at AU? Let us know so we can promote it through QCA and perhaps as a QUBITS seminar. * Visit by Director of Invest in Denmark on Mar 13. (Link to LinkedIn Post<https://www.linkedin.com/posts/larshaahr_quantumcomputing-quantumcampusaarh…>) * New DeiC Quantum Call opened today on 12. March 2025: * Read more here about the new allocation funds for specific quantum computing educational activities.<https://www.deic.dk/en/news/2025-3-12/quantum-call-new-allocation-of-funds-…> * EQTC 2025 in Denmark: * EU’s flagship quantum conference will take place in Copenhagen (Link to LinkedÍn Post<https://www.linkedin.com/posts/university-of-copenhagen_eqtc2025-eqtc2024-u…>) * Insights from a Japanese Quantum Think Tank: * Japanese report explores key trends in quantum technology. Find the report here<https://www.jri.co.jp/MediaLibrary/file/advanced/advanced-technology/pdf/15…>. ________________________________ Funding Opportunities Innovation Fund Denmark: Grand Solutions 2025 - Quantum Technologies * Deadline for Applications, phase 1: March 19, 2025 * 1- to 5-year quantum research and innovation projects with an investment of 5-40 million DKK * Learn more and apply here.<https://innovationsfonden.dk/en/p/grand-solutions/grand-solutions-2025-quan…> DeiC: * Deadline for Applications: April 30, 2025. * 6 million DKK allocated for educational activities in quantum computing. * Apply for funds here<https://deic.dk/quantum-technology/grants-and-funding>. JST's ASPIRE 2025 Alignment Call for Proposals * Supports international collaboration on cutting-edge quantum research. * Note: In 2024 four joint applications with Danish researchers were accepted in the ASPIRE Alignment Call, one of which is in the area of quantum research between Ulrik Lund Andersen, DTU and Prof. Takeoka, Keio University. * Deadline for Applications: May 12, 2025. * Learn more about the call here<https://www.jst.go.jp/aspire/en/program_e/announce_e/announce_aspire2025_e.…> ________________________________ Upcoming Events Events in Denmark in 2025 (selection) * DQC Scientific Quantum Conference 2025 (Apr 8–9 @ AIAS, AU)<https://dqc.dk/event/2nd-annual-dqc-scientific-quantum-conference/> * National Optics Congress (Apr 23-24 @DTU)<https://www.dops.dk/event/dops-national-optics-congress-2025/> * QUBITS Seminars:<https://projects.au.dk/quantum/qubit-seminars> * Apr 28: Prof. Karen Barad, History of Consciousness Department, University of California @ CHEM, AU * May 19: Prof. Kasper Green Larsen, Dept. of Computer Science, AU @iNANO, AU * Jun 16: Assist. Prof. Julia Cramer, Leiden University @ iNANO, AU * Niels Bohr PhD Summer School (Aug 11-22 @ NBI, KU)<https://www.deic.dk/en/node/2493> * European Conference on Optical Communication (ECOC) (Sep 28-Oct 2 @ Copenhagen)<https://ecoc2025.org/> * EQTC (10-12 Nov @ Copenhagen) (link to last year’s conference in Lisbon<https://www.eqtc.eu/>) * QCA Annual Meeting (Autumn @AU) International events in 2025 (selection) * Quantum Korea 2025 (Jun 24-26 @ Seoul, Korea)<https://dqc.dk/event/june-2025-explore-collaboration-opportunities-at-quant…> * Quantum Innovation 2025 (Jul 29 – Aug 2, @ Osaka, Japan)<https://quantum-innovation.riken.jp/QI2025.html> * Lists by Quantum Technology Lab<https://quantum.technology/conf/index.html> and IOT WORLD of Quantum computing conferences<https://iotworldmagazine.com/2024/12/14/2628/ai-quantum-chips-vs-traditiona…> Stay Connected with QCA Learn more about QCA on the Quantum Campus Aarhus website →<https://projects.au.dk/quantum>. 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. ACT coordinator – Innovative Science Communication 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/ [signature_641925287]<https://inano.au.dk/> [signature_431252813]<https://matchpoints.au.dk/matchpoints2025>

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QCA: Updates on Events, Funding Opportunities, and More!
by Lise Refstrup Linnebjerg Pedersen 20 Feb '25

20 Feb '25

Dear Quantum Campus Aarhus Community, We have a lineup of events and a funding opportunity that may be relevant to you as a member of the quantum science and technology community at Aarhus University! Here’s a quick overview of the content to help you navigate: * QCA News: Upcoming DeiC Q-Access Roadshow (sign up!), DQC Scientific Conference 2025 (Sign up!), QUBITS seminar series, Niels Bohr Quantum Summer School (Sign up!), updates on the QCA Annual Meeting, and insights from Japanese think tank. * Funding Opportunities: Innovation Fund Denmark - Grand Solutions 2025. * Upcoming Events: Highlights of key quantum science events in Denmark and internationally. 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 DeiC Q-Access Roadshow * Date: March 5, 2025 * Location: iNANO Aud, 1693-012, Aarhus University * Registration Deadline: February 24, 2025 (via attached Outlook invitation) * Learn how Danish researchers can access quantum computing resources through the DeiC Q-Access program. * More details in the attached one-pager and Outlook invitation. DQC Scientific Quantum Conference 2025 * Dates: April 8-9, 2025 * Location: Aarhus Institute of Advanced Studies, Aarhus University * Registration Open – Find the programme and register here.<https://dqc.dk/event/2nd-annual-dqc-scientific-quantum-conference/> QUBITS Seminars Series * New seminar series on quantum topics has been launched. * Check out the upcoming QUBITS seminars here.<https://projects.au.dk/quantum/qubit-seminars> * Have a quantum-related talk at AU? Let us know so we can promote it through QCA and perhaps as a QUBITS seminar. Niels Bohr PhD Summer School * Dates: August 11-22, 2025 * Application Deadline: March 3, 2025 * This summer school invites Ph.D. students to explore quantum information, computing theory, and AI applications. Includes lectures, hands-on lab work, and networking sessions. Tuition, accommodation, and meals are covered for accepted participants. * Learn more and apply here.<https://www.deic.dk/en/node/2493> QCA annual meeting - Postponed * Tentatively planned for April 10, 2024, the QCA Annual Meeting is postponed to autumn 2025 due to overlaps with other quantum events. A new date will be announced soon. Insights from a Japanese Quantum Think Tank * A report by a Japanese think tank explores key market trends, policy initiatives, and industrial applications for quantum technology. Highlights include: * Japan's 2030 goals for quantum industrialization. * Emerging use cases like portfolio optimization and advanced manufacturing. * Global investment trends & collaboration opportunities. * Read the full report here<https://www.jri.co.jp/MediaLibrary/file/advanced/advanced-technology/pdf/15…>. ________________________________ Funding Opportunities Innovation Fund Denmark: Grand Solutions 2025 - Quantum Technologies * Deadline for Applications, phase 1: March 19, 2025 * Call for quantum-related projects under the Grand Solutions 2025 programme, which supports large-scale research and innovation projects with significant societal and commercial impact. * 1- to 5-year projects with an investment of 5-40 million DKK * Learn more and apply here.<https://innovationsfonden.dk/en/p/grand-solutions/grand-solutions-2025-quan…> DeiC: * Keep an eye on upcoming quantum funding deadlines here.<https://www.deic.dk/quantum-technology/grants-and-funding> ________________________________ Upcoming Events Events in Denmark (selection) * DeiC Q-access Roadshow * Date and Time: March 5, 2025, at 14.00-16.00 * Registration Deadline: February 24 via attached Outlook invitation * Location: Aud I, 1514-213 * QUBITS Seminar – Prof. Karen Barad, History of Consciousness Department, University of California * DQC Scientific Quantum Conference 2025 * Dates: April 8–9, 2025 * Organiser: Danish Quantum Community * Location: Aarhus Institute of Advanced Studies, Aarhus University, Denmark. * Registration Deadline: March 3, 2025 * Event Details<https://www.deic.dk/en/node/2493> * QUBITS Seminar – Prof. Kasper Green Larsen, Dept. of Computer Science, AU * Date and time: May 19, 2025, at 14.15-15.00 followed by refreshments * Title: “An Exponential Separation Between Quantum and Quantum-Inspired Classical Algorithms for Machine Learning”<https://projects.au.dk/quantum/qubit-seminars> * Location: iNANO Aud, 1593-012 * QUBITS Seminar – Assist. Prof. Julia Cramer, Leiden University * Date and time: June 16, 2025, at 14.15-15.00 followed by refreshments * Title: “How to talk about quantum; about framing, metaphors and engagement on quantum science and technologies”<https://projects.au.dk/quantum/qubit-seminars> * Location: iNANO Aud, 1593-012 * Niels Bohr PhD Summer School * Dates: August 11–22, 2025 * Organiser: Niels Bohr Institute * Location: Copenhagen * Registration Deadline: March 3, 2025 * Event Details<https://www.deic.dk/en/node/2493> * European Conference on Optical Communication (ECOC) * Dates: September 28 – October 2, 2025 * Location: The Bella Center, Copenhagen * Conference Details<https://ecoc2025.org/> International events (selection) * International quantum conferences 2025 Curated selections of quantum conferences for the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology. * List by Quantum Technology Lab<https://quantum.technology/conf/index.html> * List by IOT WORLD of Quantum computing conferences<https://iotworldmagazine.com/2024/12/14/2628/ai-quantum-chips-vs-traditiona…> Stay Connected with QCA Learn more about QCA on the Quantum Campus Aarhus website →<https://projects.au.dk/quantum>. 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. ACT coordinator – Innovative Science Communication 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/ [signature_3447112258]<https://inano.au.dk/>

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QCA: QUBITS Seminar on "Quantum Molecular Tectonics"
by Lise Refstrup Linnebjerg Pedersen 03 Feb '25

03 Feb '25

Dear all, Join us for the first QUBITS Seminar of the Spring 2025 season on February 17, 2025, where Maarten Goesten (Associate Professor at CHEM, AU) will give a talk on Quantum Molecular Tectonics. Time: 14:15–16:00 Location: 1531-119 Aud-D2 Format: 45-minute talk followed by refreshments All are welcome! Drinks and snacks will be served after the talk. Quantum Molecular Tectonics Maarten Goesten<https://pure.au.dk/portal/da/persons/maarten.goesten@chem.au.dk> works at the intersection of quantum chemistry and materials chemistry, exploring how quantum mechanical principles can be leveraged to design and understand new materials. In his talk, he will introduce the concept of Quantum Molecular Tectonics – an approach that combines molecular self-assembly with quantum mechanical effects to create advanced functional materials. For details and upcoming QUBITS Seminars, visit: https://projects.au.dk/quantum/qubit-seminars We look forward to seeing you there. ________________________________ 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. Best regards, Lise (Quantum Campus Aarhus Coordinator) Med venlig hilsen / Best regards, Lise Refstrup Linnebjerg Pedersen Special Consultant, MSc, PhD, Dip. Com. ACT coordinator – Innovative Science Communication 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/ [signature_2184021655]<https://inano.au.dk/>

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QCA: Updates on Events, Funding Opportunities, and More!
by Lise Refstrup Linnebjerg Pedersen 11 Dec '24

11 Dec '24

Dear Quantum Campus Aarhus Community, Below, you will find news, opportunities, and events that may be relevant to you as a member of the quantum science and technology community at Aarhus University. Here’s a quick overview of the content to help you navigate: * QCA News: Don’t miss the seminar on Quantum in Society, Arts, & Business on Monday, December 16, organized by Prof. and Director Andreas Roepstorff at AIAS. Also, learn about Denmark hosting EQTC 2025 and the tentative date for the QCA annual meeting. * Funding Opportunities: Active calls from DeiC, DeepTechLab Quantum, and other funding sources for researchers and businesses. * Upcoming Events: Highlights of key quantum science events in Denmark and internationally. Scroll down to dive into the details and click on the links for more information on each topic. → 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! ________________________________ QCA News * Seminar on “Quantum in Society, Arts, & Business” * Date & Time: Monday, December 16, 2024, 13:00–15:00 * Location: Aarhus Institute of Advanced Studies (AIAS), Aarhus University, Denmark. The programme will be announced as soon as possible. * Organiser: Professor and Director Andreas Roepstorff at AIAS. Member of QCA steering group * Description: This seminar explores the intersections of quantum technologies with society, arts, and business, focusing on their societal implications and opportunities. * Event Details<https://aias.au.dk/events/show/artikel/seminar-quantum-in-society-arts-and-…> * Tentative date for QCA annual meeting * Reserve the date: April 10, 2024. * Soliciting speaker suggestions * We encourage you to suggest speakers for QUBITS Seminars and the QCA annual meeting. Suggestions should be sent directly to Lise Refstrup Linnebjerg Pedersen at lrlp(a)inano.au.dk<mailto:lrlp@inano.au.dk>. Read more about QUBITS Seminars →<https://projects.au.dk/quantum/qubit-seminars> * Denmark to host EQTC 2025 * Denmark will host the European Quantum Technologies Conference (EQTC) in the second half of 2025 as part of its EU Presidency. This conference is part of the EU’s “Quantum Flagship” initiative to enhance Europe’s quantum technology position, foster industrial growth, and make Europe a leading hub for research and investment. Aarhus University will play an active role in planning. ________________________________ Funding Opportunities * DeepTechLab Quantum - funding for early-stage start-ups * One-year program with an investment of 4 million DKK (~0.5 million EUR). * Open to technologies within quantum or quantum-enabling fields. * Offers access to office space, training, and networking in Copenhagen. * For more details, see the attached one-pager or learn more here<https://bii.dk/programs/venturelab/>. * Q-Access Programme * Deadline for Applications: January 6, 2025 * Provides access to quantum computing resources from leading providers for researchers at Danish universities and other stakeholders. Applications are accepted twice annually. Learn more →<https://www.deic.dk/en/news/2024-11-15/first-call-for-access-to> * Danish Quantum Algorithm Academy (DQAA) Scholarships * Deadline for applications: January 7, 2025 * Scholarships are available for PhD and postdoc researchers, as well as businesses. * Focus areas include quantum algorithms and software development. Apply and learn more →<https://deic.dk/da/quantum-technology/grants-and-funding> ________________________________ Upcoming Events Events in Denmark * Seminar on Quantum in Society, Arts, & Business * Date & Time: December 16, 2024, 13:00–15:00 * Location: Aarhus Institute of Advanced Studies, Aarhus University. The programme will be announced as soon as possible. * Event Details<https://aias.au.dk/events/show/artikel/seminar-quantum-in-society-arts-and-…> * "Life Science – AI & Quantum" * Date: January 27, 2025 * Organisers: Danish Life Science Cluster, Dansk Erhverv, MedWatch, Relevent * Location: Charlottehaven, Copenhagen Event details →<https://www.danishlifesciencecluster.dk/arrangementer/life-science-ai-quant…> * AI4Quantum - Accelerating Quantum Computing with AI * Dates: March 24–28, 2025 * Registration Deadline: December 31, 2024 * Organiser: Novo Nordisk Foundation Science Cluster * Location: Favrholm Campus, Hillerød * Conference Details<https://sciencecluster.dk/event/conference-ai4quantum/> * Niels Bohr PhD Summer School * Dates: August 12–16, 2025 * Organiser: Niels Bohr Institute * Location: Copenhagen * Registration details will follow soon. * Event Details<https://www.deic.dk/en/node/2493> * "DQC Scientific Quantum Conference 2025" * Dates: April 8–9, 2025 * Organiser: Danish Quantum Community * Location: Aarhus Institute of Advanced Studies, Aarhus University, Denmark. * The programme will be announced as soon as possible. Explore the 2024 program →<https://dqc.dk/event/scientific-quantum-conference/> * European Conference on Optical Communication (ECOC) * Dates: September 28 – October 2, 2025 * Location: The Bella Center, Copenhagen * Conference Details<https://ecoc2025.org/> International events * International quantum conferences 2025 A curated selection of quantum conferences for the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology. View the list →<https://quantum.info/conf/2025.html> ________________________________ Stay Connected with QCA Learn more about QCA on the Quantum Campus Aarhus website →<https://projects.au.dk/quantum>. 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. As the year draws to a close, we would like to wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Thank you for being part of the QCA community, and we look forward to collaborating in 2025. Warm 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. ACT coordinator – Innovative Science Communication 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/ [signature_2885103371]<https://inano.au.dk/>

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