Getting Involved in Quantum Computing

Mohammed Mahmoud

In this paper, I will be discussing quantum computing in cybersecurity. Quantum computing is in development and will be released to the public sooner rather than later. With how quickly technology evolves, it will get here faster than we know it. However, this opens the door for cyberattacks with strength never seen before, possibly breaching the privacy of millions of individuals and organizations around the world. I have gathered information and data surrounding the involvement of cybersecurity within the quantum computing world. This research involves how this type of computing is being utilized with cybersecurity today, possible risks of both the security and the introduction of computers with exponential computing power compared to current devices, along with what encryption methods are strong enough to hold firm against quantum powered attacks. Technology is the future humanity has made for themselves, and understanding the security risks and benefits are critical to remaining safe and ethical while new techniques emerge.

Ahmed Sameh Wagih Abdelmotteleb

<!--HTML-->This will be a general overview of quantum computing and what’s special about it spanning two lectures (2 hours) and two practice sessions (2 hours). The mathematical and physics basis will be covered (not extensively). There will be a discussion of the prospects, with an emphasis on High Energy Physics. There will be a brush over the shortcomings of quantum computing and the common misrepresentation of facts about the status of the field. The practice sessions will involve using the Qiskit and Pennylane frameworks. The aim of this mini course is to inspire the students to learn more about the subject and cautiously hype them up to be interested in the CERN quantum technology initiative or getting involved with quantum technologies in general.

Reyes Juárez‐Ramírez, Samantha Jiménez, Christian Xavier Navarro Cota +5 more

Abstract Quantum mechanics as the basis of quantum computing imposes an inherent complexity for practitioners not formed on quantum physics, for understanding such new paradigm of computation and getting involved in the prominent quantum world. Strong technical skills on quantum topics, mathematics and related disciplines are required to attend job positions in the labor market. Furthermore, the multidisciplinary environment where quantum computing is immersed requires soft skills to work in integrative teams. This paper presents a literature review, supported by the systematic mapping methodology, to gather the core knowledge and technical skills, as well as soft skills required to prepare students and practitioners to work on quantum computing. The results allow us to have a wide spectrum of the competences involved, enabling academic institutions and educational bodies to design individual courses or curricula blocks to prepare the workforce.

Paul M. B. Vitanyi