Mar 19 2025

Colloquium- “Exploring new scientific frontiers with quantum computation and quantum information” with Prof. Jordan Cotler (Harvard University)

Colloquium

March 19, 2025

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Location

238 2SES

Prof. Jordan Cotler
Department of Physics
Harvard University

Abstract: Quantum computers are expected to exceed the capabilities of traditional supercomputers in performing certain algorithms. I will illustrate how quantum computing can advance our understanding of the natural world, enabling access to physics beyond the reach of conventional experimental approaches. For example, coupling quantum computers to experimental systems can facilitate novel methods for learning properties of quantum many-body states and quantum many-body dynamics which are otherwise inaccessible. Empirical evidence supporting theoretical findings will be presented. I will also discuss the role of quantum information in explaining physical phenomena with examples in condensed matter physics and quantum gravity.

Contact

Physics Office

Date posted

Dec 19, 2024

Date updated

Mar 10, 2025