Quantum-Based Bayesian Network Inference

Jincheng Zhang

Published Aug 31, 2026• 0 citations

Abstract

This paper explores the potential of quantum computing to accelerate Bayesian network inference. Traditional Bayesian network inference relies on iterative calculations of probability distributions, which can be computationally expensive, especially for complex networks. We propose a novel approach that leverages quantum circuits to simulate the transition probability matrices inherent in Bayesian networks. By mapping these matrices to quantum states and utilizing quantum parallelism, we aim to achieve significant speedups in inference processes. This work outlines the core concept, detailing the mapping strategy and the proposed quantum algorithm. While a full experimental implementation is not presented, this research lays a foundational framework for future investigations into quantum-enhanced Bayesian network inference. The core claim is to utilize quantum circuits to simulate Bayesian network probability transition matrices, leading to accelerated inference. The core mechanism involves mapping transition matrices to quantum states and employing quantum lines for parallel computation. This represents a new approach combining quantum computing and Bayesian networks for powerful probabilistic inference. ---

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.22201240

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