Fujitsu and ANU Partner to Bring Cutting-Edge Quantum Computing to Australia: Driving Innovation and Talent Development

Fujitsu and the Australian National University (ANU) are partnering to introduce cutting-edge quantum computing technology to Australia. They have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to promote innovation and foster the development of local talent

Fujitsu Australia Limited and The Australian National University in Canberra have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to collaborate on creating a top-notch quantum research facility in Australia. This partnership aims to establish a center for quantum research and potentially develop a quantum computer on-site for industry professionals, government officials, researchers, academics, and students.

In line with Australia's National Quantum Strategy, which aims to enhance quantum research and industry to be competitive globally, the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) outlines a strategic partnership between Fujitsu and a prominent Australian university. This collaboration will focus on leveraging quantum technologies for the advancement of local businesses and the broader international community.

Graeme Beardsell, who is the EVP and Chief Executive Officer of Oceania at Fujitsu, mentioned that the company is focused on advancing computing technology for the future. Fujitsu is investing in quantum research and forming partnerships, such as with ANU, to lead in the global competition to create the first fault-tolerant quantum computer. This effort goes beyond technology and aims to unleash a new era of innovation.

Australia is dedicated to leading in the field of quantum technology, and Fujitsu is actively contributing to this goal. Instead of just working on these advancements internally, we are also collaborating with others and sharing our knowledge. We believe that the next big quantum innovation will emerge from a worldwide network of talented individuals focused on creating technology that benefits society.

In a partnership agreement, Fujitsu will grant ANU researchers and educators the opportunity to use their quantum systems and simulators in Japan. To foster more advancements, Fujitsu is working with RIKEN to launch a 256-qubit quantum computer in March 2025 and a quantum computer with up to 1000 qubits by fiscal year 2026. This solidifies ANU's continuous access to the most up-to-date quantum technology.

ANU and Fujitsu are working together to create teaching and training modules that will focus on utilizing Fujitsu's quantum technologies to enhance research in quantum computing.

Plans to develop quantum computers on location.

Along with sharing knowledge, the project will also work towards establishing a quantum computer at ANU to support local researchers, as well as government and industry professionals, in gaining skills and experience with quantum computing.

The quantum computer located on-site will give Australian professionals the opportunity to utilize new technologies for conducting in-depth research in areas such as cryptography, material science, and quantum simulations.

Professor Lachlan Blackhall, who is the Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Research and Innovation at The Australian National University, expressed that the partnership with Fujitsu aligns with ANU's goal to advance education in new technologies like quantum computing. This collaboration will also support the development of skilled quantum computing professionals in Australia.

ANU is looking forward to the partnership with Fujitsu, as it will build on the university's expertise in quantum optical physics and quantum algorithms. This collaboration will contribute to the nation's focus on fundamental quantum physics, essential for unlocking the potential of research and applying it to practical applications in the quantum field.

Fujitsu is known for their knowledge and experience in quantum technology, ranging from combining different platforms to creating systems

Fujitsu is working with RIKEN to create a superconducting quantum computer with 256 and 1000 qubits in the next two years. Fujitsu has also gained knowledge and skills in quantum technology.

– 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 the use of a computing workload broker, an AI software that optimizes computing by combining different resources and algorithms automatically.

– Fujitsu's quantum computing research covers various technical aspects, from quantum devices to platform software applications. They are actively working on developing new algorithms for chemistry calculations, financial systems, and drug discovery.

– Japan's national Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST) has ordered a gate-based superconducting quantum computer system from Fujitsu, designed to eventually scale to hundreds of qubits.

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