Editor’s Series Webinar—Quantum Focus, Session 1 of 3

Few areas of modern physics have managed to attract as much attention as recent developments in quantum computing. One of the earliest applications that this technology may be used for is the simulation of the quantum effects that drive chemical reactions.

In this webinar, we explore how recent advances in quantum hardware and algorithms are revolutionizing quantum chemistry, a field that underpins vital R&D in drug development and materials science. This timely and accessible webinar walks the audience through the limitations of classical computational methods and how quantum computers promise to overcome them—especially for complex, strongly correlated molecular systems that defy today’s simulation capabilities.

While full-scale quantum advantage is still several years away, the tackling of small-scale chemistry problems shows promise even on noisy, near-term devices. Meanwhile, hardware breakthroughs—particularly in superconducting qubits and cold atom platforms—are pushing the frontier toward fault-tolerant quantum computing, which could bring practical applications closer than anticipated.

With global investments in quantum technology soaring, this webinar is a must for industry leaders, researchers, and innovators eager to understand where the field stands and where it’s heading. Whether you’re a chemist seeking better tools or a tech leader scouting the next big leap, this talk captures a pivotal moment in the race to harness quantum power for real-world chemical discovery.

Explore how quantum computing is changing the chemistry game—and why the future of innovation may rest on 1,000,000 qubits.

Key Learnings for Attendees:

• How quantum computers help solve chemical problems.
• The limitations of classical simulations of chemical processes.
• How quantum computers work and the status of hardware.
• The timeline until the adoption of quantum simulations in the chemical industry.
• The kind of quantum algorithms that can be used to simulate quantum chemistry.

Who Should Attend:

• Quantum physicists
• Chemical physicists
• Chemical Industry Professionals

About the PT Editor’s Series:

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