Warsaw Quantum Computing Group

We invite you to attend (online) Episode LXV
of Warsaw Quantum Computing Group meetups!

"Google's Willow quantum chip: Pioneering Advancements in Quantum Error Correction and Scalable Computing"

Alex Linden

6.03.2025, 18:00 UTC+1

Abstract:

Quantum computers are inherently prone to noise, with errors in computation posing a fundamental challenge to their scalability and reliability. Quantum error correction is critical for mitigating these errors and enabling practical quantum computation. The latest introduction of Google's new quantum chip "Willow" might offer a significant breakthrough in this area, possesing design features aimed at improving qubit fidelity, error correction efficiency, and system scalability. This talk will delve into the motivations behind developing Willow, its architectural innovations, and the methods enabling its enhanced performance, offering a detailed exploration of this technological advancement.



BIO:
Alex Linden is a Computer Mathematics student at the Jagiellonian University in Kraków, with a strong focus on quantum information science. Her primary research interests include quantum error correction, quantum algorithms and dynamical systems.


Alex has authored a research paper titled "Surface Code Design for Asymmetric Error Channels," which explores advanced strategies in quantum error correction. She is also an active contributor to the 2-Way Quantum Computing (2WQC) project, where she has investigated potential optimizations for the postselection protocol within this innovative quantum computing architecture.


In addition to her research, Alex is a dedicated member of QPoland, an organization fostering the development of quantum technologies. Through her involvement, she organizes and participates in events, delivers talks, and conducts workshops on the fundamentals of quantum computing.


The meeting is organized by the Quantum AI Foundation and QPoland.

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