Fujitsu and ANU Partner to Bring Cutting-Edge Quantum Computing to Australia: A Memorandum of Understanding for Innovation and Talent Development

Fujitsu and the Australian National University (ANU) have formed a partnership to introduce high-quality quantum computing technology to Australia. A Memorandum of Understanding has been signed to promote innovation and the growth of talent

Fujitsu Australia Limited and The Australian National University (ANU) have signed an agreement to collaborate on creating a cutting-edge quantum research facility in Australia. This partnership aims to provide industry professionals, government officials, researchers, academics, and students with access to advanced quantum technology. The organizations plan to establish a center for quantum research and have ambitions to develop a quantum computer on-site.

In accordance with Australia's National Quantum Strategy, which aims to support and develop quantum research and industry in Australia to ensure competitiveness on a global scale, the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) outlines a strategic partnership between Fujitsu and a prominent Australian university. This partnership will focus on leveraging quantum technologies for the advancement of local businesses and the broader global community in the long term.

According to Graeme Beardsell, who is the Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer for Oceania at Fujitsu, the company is focused on advancing computing for the future. Fujitsu's investment in quantum research and partnerships with institutions like ANU are positioning them as leaders in the worldwide competition to create the first fault-tolerant quantum computer. This endeavor is not just about technology, but also about unleashing a new era of innovation.

Australia is dedicated to being a leader in quantum technology, and Fujitsu is actively contributing to this goal. Instead of just creating these advancements, we are also working to spread knowledge, encourage teamwork, and have faith that the next big quantum innovation will emerge from a diverse group of talented individuals around the world who are dedicated to using technology for positive purposes.

In a partnership agreement, Fujitsu will give ANU researchers and academics the opportunity to use their quantum systems and simulators in Japan. Fujitsu, in collaboration with RIKEN, aims to launch a 256-qubit quantum computer by March 2025 and a quantum computer with up to 1000 qubits by fiscal year 2026 to promote further advancements in quantum technology. This will ensure that ANU continues to have access to the most advanced quantum technology available.

ANU and Fujitsu have teamed up to create educational modules focused on using Fujitsu's quantum technologies to enhance research in quantum computing.

Goals to develop quantum computers on location

Along with sharing knowledge, the project will also work on establishing a quantum computer at ANU for the benefit of local researchers, as well as government and industry professionals, to enhance their skills in the field of quantum computing.

The quantum computer located on-site will give Australian professionals the opportunity to use new local technologies for advanced research in areas like cryptography, material science, and quantum simulations.

Professor Lachlan Blackhall, who holds the position of Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research and Innovation) at The Australian National University, expressed that the partnership with Fujitsu aligns with ANU's goal of advancing education in new technologies such as quantum computing. This collaboration aims to support the development of skilled quantum computing experts in Australia.

ANu is enthusiastic about the partnership with Fujitsu, as it will leverage the university's expertise in quantum optical physics and quantum algorithms. This collaboration will contribute to advancing fundamental quantum physics in the country, essential for utilizing research potential in practical applications for the quantum realm.

Fujitsu is known for its quantum technology capabilities, ranging from combining different platforms to developing systems for commercial use

Fujitsu is working on developing a 256-qubit and 1,000-qubit superconducting quantum computer with RIKEN within the next two years. Additionally, Fujitsu has also built up knowledge and skills in quantum technologies.

– A hybrid quantum computing platform combines a 64-qubit superconducting quantum computer with a quantum simulator to address quantum bit errors using a computing workload broker that automatically optimizes computing resources and algorithms.

– Fujitsu's quantum computing research and development encompasses all technical areas, including quantum devices, platform software applications, and the creation of new algorithms for chemistry, finance, and drug discovery.

– Japan's national Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST) has purchased a gate-based superconducting quantum computer system from Fujitsu that can scale up to hundreds of qubits.

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