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Quantum Computing Services

Our team of quantum computing analysts offers expertise, support, and training in quantum computing and hybrid classical-quantum computing. Starting January 2025, Calcul Québec offers access to a 24-qubit superconducting quantum computer, MonarQ, available via the Narval cluster. See our MonarQ page for more details.

To get started with MonarQ, refer to Getting Started with MonarQ.

What is quantum computing?

A quantum computer harnesses the characteristics of quantum particles (qubits), including superposition of states; constructive and destructive interference; and entanglement. Thanks to these properties, a new computing paradigm is in place, promising greater parallelization for solving complex problems that remain intractable for classical computing systems.

Applications

Optimizing complex problems is one of the most promising areas for quantum computing and can be applied to several research fields: * Machine learning: quantum computers could reduce training times and processing delays. * Finance: quantum computers could accelerate portfolio risk assessment and fraud detection. * Molecular modelling: quantum computers could simulate more complex chemical systems and real-time reactions. * Meteorology: quantum computers could increase the number of variables for weather forecasting. * Logistics: quantum computers could optimize logistics and workflow planning associated with supply chain management.

Quantum Computing Software

Several specialized software libraries exist for quantum computing and for developing quantum algorithms. These libraries allow users to build circuits that are executed on simulators, imitating the performance and results obtained on a quantum computer. They can be used on all Alliance clusters.

Training

Our team of analysts offers theoretical and practical training sessions at beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels. These are available online or in person at one of our university sites, in French or English.

Currently offered training sessions include: * CIQ101, Introduction to Quantum Computing Theory * CIQ102, Introduction to Quantum Programming with PennyLane * MNQ101, Getting Started with MonarQ, Calcul Québec's quantum computer

Research Support and Technical Assistance

We offer quantum computing research support services, including consultations, personalized technical assistance, and an evaluation of the feasibility of your projects on MonarQ.

For questions about our quantum computing services, please email quantique@calculquebec.ca.