Inauguration of Unina Superconducting quantum computing Center 24 qubits and more

The superconducting quantum computing center will be inaugurated on May 29, 2024 at Federico II. The project, funded under the Spoke 10 “Quantum Computing” of ICSC – National Research Center in High Performance Computing, represents an enhancement and expansion of the original quantum technologies laboratory of the University of Federico II. The new center hosts a 24-qubit superconducting quantum computer designed to be scalable, modular and modifiable, with the aim of supporting the activities and needs of Research and Industry and promoting the development of an Italian quantum computing supply chain through the training of new skills and professionalism. The laboratory, which adopts support systems with alternative quantum processors developed by the Federico II University of Naples in collaboration with research centers and industries, also aims to expand its activity shortly, with the installation of a 40-qubit quantum processor by the end of 2024.

The event will feature the main exponents of the realities belonging to the world of research and businesses today engaged in the development of quantum computing, increasingly at the center of European and international strategic policies. Also on the program are speeches by the Rector of Matteo Lorito, the Mayor of Naples Gaetano Manfredi, the Councilor for Research, Innovation and Startups of the Campania Region Valeria Fascione, and the Head of the ‘Quantum Computing’ Sector of the European Commission Oscar Diez. Space will be given to the presentation of Italian and European projects dedicated to quantum computing, including those funded by the PNRR and promoted by the National Center ICSC and by the Extended Partnership and by the National Quantum Science and Technology Institute (NQSTI). Guided tours of the new laboratory will also be scheduled on both days.