Quantum Universe EXPO

Abstract

This introductory workshop on quantum computing is geared towards upper-level bachelor, master, and PhD students interested in learning about the field of quantum computing. Over the course of three days, expert speakers from around the world and from Poland will expose participants to the core ideas and practical workflows of quantum computing, including gate-based computing approaches and quantum annealing. The workshop is accompanied by hands-on practice sessions and subfield-specific discussions on current and future applications of quantum computing. No prior knowledge of the field is required.

Bullet points:

• Introduction to gate-based quantum computing and quantum annealing
• Hands-on practice session
• Guided discussion about current and future applications of quantum computers

Target Participants

• STEM undergraduate students, graduate students, and early-career researchers in Poland

Background

At Tohoku University, we have been offering a public, cohort-based live-streamed course designed to support participants in creating solutions using quantum computers: QA4U (2021), QC4U (2022), QA4U2 (2023), QC4U2 (2024), and QA4U3 (2025). In late March 2025, we also conducted a similar initiative in Taiwan. To further accelerate and expand these efforts, we will run the program in Poland in early March 2026.