Fujitsu and ANU Collaborate to Bring World-Class Quantum Computing to Australia: Driving Local Innovation and Talent Development Through Memorandum of Understanding
Fujitsu and the Australian National University (ANU) have partnered to introduce advanced quantum computing technology to Australia. Their Memorandum of Understanding aims to promote innovation and the development of local talent in the field.
Fujitsu Australia Limited and The Australian National University (ANU) have agreed to work together to create a leading quantum research facility in Australia. This partnership will provide industry professionals, government officials, researchers, academics, and students in the country with access to advanced quantum technology. The goal is to establish a center for quantum research and potentially develop a quantum computer on site.
In line with Australia's National Quantum Strategy, which aims to support and enhance quantum research and industry in the country to be globally competitive, the Memorandum of Understanding outlines a strategic partnership between Fujitsu and a top Australian university. The goal is to leverage quantum technologies for the advancement of local businesses and the global community, in line with future opportunities and applications.
Graeme Beardsell, who is the EVP and Chief Executive Officer Oceania at Fujitsu, stated that the company is focusing on innovation for the future of computing. Fujitsu's investment in quantum research, along with partnerships like the one with ANU, positions them as leaders in the global competition to create the first fault-tolerant quantum computer. This effort goes beyond just technology and aims to unleash the potential for the next wave of innovation.
Australia is dedicated to being a leader in quantum technology, and Fujitsu is actively contributing to this goal. We are not only working on advancing these technologies ourselves, but also sharing them with others, promoting collaboration, and having faith that the next major quantum advancement will arise from a worldwide network of talented individuals who are dedicated to creating beneficial technology.
In a partnership with ANU researchers and academics, Fujitsu will allow them to use their quantum systems and simulators in Japan. Fujitsu, in collaboration with RIKEN, aims to launch a 256-qubit quantum computer in March 2025 and a quantum computer with up to 1000 qubits in fiscal year 2026, ensuring that ANU continues to have access to the most advanced quantum technology available.
ANU and Fujitsu are partnering to create educational modules that will utilize Fujitsu's quantum technologies to enhance research in the field of quantum computing.
Plans to create quantum computers that are located in
Besides sharing knowledge, the project also plans to establish a quantum computer at ANU for the purpose of assisting local researchers, as well as professionals in government and industry, in gaining proficiency in quantum computing.
The quantum computer located on-site will give Australian professionals the opportunity to utilize new technologies within their own country. This will allow them to carry out complex research in areas such as cryptography, material science, and quantum simulations.
Professor Lachlan Blackhall, who holds the position of Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Research and Innovation at The Australian National University, stated that the partnership with Fujitsu aligns with the university's goal of advancing education in cutting-edge technologies like quantum computing. This collaboration will contribute to the development of a skilled workforce in quantum computing within Australia.
ANU is looking forward to the partnership with Fujitsu, as it will enhance the University's expertise in quantum optical physics and quantum algorithms. This collaboration will contribute to the advancement of fundamental quantum physics in the country, allowing for the exploration of research opportunities and their application to real-world scenarios in the quantum field.
Fujitsu has a strong background in quantum technology, ranging from combining different platforms to developing systems for commercial use
Fujitsu is working on creating a 256-qubit and 1,000-qubit superconducting quantum computer with RIKEN in the next two years. Additionally, Fujitsu has also been developing quantum technologies and building expertise in this field.
– A hybrid quantum computing platform combines a 64-qubit superconducting quantum computer with a quantum simulator to address quantum bit errors. This is achieved through a computing workload broker, an AI-based software that optimizes computing by combining various resources and algorithms automatically.
– Fujitsu's quantum computing research covers all technical aspects, from quantum devices to software applications, developing new algorithms for chemistry calculations, financial systems, and drug discovery.
– Japan's AIST has ordered a gate-based superconducting quantum computer system from Fujitsu, designed to scale to hundreds of qubits for commercial use.
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