IQM Quantum Computers (IQM), Europe’s leading developer of quantum computers, today launched the global initiative “IQM Academy” to offer free online training to educate and prepare talent to develop a quantum workforce.
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IQM aims to reach college and high school students, educators and enthusiasts who are curious to start learning about the fundamentals of quantum computing.
The Doctor. Jan Goetz, CEO and co-founder of IQM Quantum Computers, said: “We are excited about this initiative, which is part of our commitment to provide quantum computing education to everyone, regardless of background. Anyone, anywhere in the world, can access the online course and learn the basics of quantum computing with self-study exercises and guidance from our world-class quantum experts.”
Given its potential, in the coming decades quantum computing could impact sectors such as finance, health, agriculture, logistics, cybersecurity, among others.
“It is possible to have leadership in quantum technology in Europe, but only if there is broad education”, said Goetz, who today will bring more information about the initiative and talk about what makes the European Union attractive for startups at the first European Innovation Days in the Valley of Silicon, San Francisco.
According to a 2022 World Economic Forum Report, embracing the capabilities of technology will require a focus on quantum education and workforce development, and the only way to educate tomorrow’s workforce is to introduce quantum concepts into primary and secondary education and creating more opportunities and programs.
No experience in quantum computing is required to begin a course at IQM Academy; participants will learn different ideas about quantum computing, its algorithms and applications. The modules are exploratory, informative, highly interactive and fun.
Since 2020, IQM has been collaborating with universities and industry partners to run various quantum-focused educational initiatives, including hackathons and trainings to support quantum skill development.
“The potential is vast, but there are many misconceptions. We also want to help people gain a realistic understanding of the technology and thus contribute to its development in Europe and worldwide”, concluded Goetz.
The IQM Academy is available for both desktop and mobile devices and can be accessed here:
About IQM Quantum Computers
IQM is a European leader in the creation of quantum computers. IQM provides on-site quantum computers for supercomputing centers and research labs, and offers full access to their hardware. For industrial customers, IQM delivers quantum advantage through a unique application-specific co-design approach. IQM is building Finland’s first commercial 54-qubit quantum computer with VTT, and a consortium led by IQM (Q-Exa) is also building a quantum computer in Germany. That computer will be integrated with an HPC supercomputer to create a quantum accelerator for future scientific research. IQM has over 230 employees with offices in Paris, Madrid, Munich, Singapore and Espoo.
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