Project

Quantum Optimization Algorithm Design for Utility Applications in QISKIT

Objective

IBM Quantum is at the forefront of quantum technology, leading advancements in hardware, middleware, and software. Our cutting-edge 156-qubit Heron processor chip demonstrates unprecedented computational power, capable of addressing complex optimization and signal processing challenges. Recently, institutions have showcased utility-scale experiments (around the 100-qubit region) on IBM Quantum machines, marking significant progress toward achieving quantum advantage. This project focuses on harnessing IBM Quantum's advanced capabilities to address critical challenges in quantum optimization and signal processing. As utility-scale quantum computing becomes increasingly attainable, it is crucial to develop efficient algorithms that can leverage these new possibilities. We aim to come up with new encoding schemes, optimal (in terms of time or gate complexity, circuit depth etc.) quantum circuit design for various operators, and machine learning tasks. The main objective is to demonstrate the efficacy of the proposed optimization algorithm through utility-scale experiments.

Outcome

The main outcome expected is to devise new quantum optimization algorithm, and various novel applications such as in health care and life sciences, and signal processing etc.