Building universal quantum computers with self-correcting cat-qubit technologybroad
CatQubit · Horizon Europe grant · 2022-01-01–2025-12-31
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Source: CORDIS (official EU open data), Horizon Europe. Framework HORIZON · call HORIZON-EIC-2021-ACCELERATORCHALLENGES-01 · scheme HORIZON-EIC-ACC-BF · topic HORIZON-EIC-2021-ACCELERATORCHALLENGES-01-01. CORDIS record →
Objective
Quantum computers could completely revolutionise the world. A successful quantum computer could perform simulations that would take billions of years on the most powerful supercomputer in a matter of minutes. But first, there is a critical challenge to overcome. Current quantum computers are error-prone and incapable of executing complex algorithms reliably. Eliminating these quantum errors is the main challenge in quantum computing. We have invented a new type of self-correcting quantum hardwarethe Schrdinger cat quantum bits (qubits). Using self-correction, we will be able to build the world's first fault-tolerant commercial quantum computers a decade earlier than our competitors. Quantum computing is a technology of the highest strategic importance. Today, American tech giants are ahead, but who will lead the quantum revolution is not decided yet. With self-correcting cat qubits, we can take the lead and ensure the next generation of information technologies are European.
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| Organisation | Country | Role | EC contribution | SME |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALICE & BOB | FR | coordinator | €2,500,000 | Yes |
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