QWorld 2

QBronze144
2024-10-14 00:00 - 2024-10-18 00:00 UTC | Online
We are pleased to announce our next QBronze workshop organized as part of the QCzech Qiskit Fall Fest. Join us for the introductory workshop “Quantum Computing and Programming” and learn the basics of quantum computing and how to write simple quantum programs.

qtraining8 (qbronze training)
2024-10-28 00:00 - 2024-11-09 00:00 UTC | Online

QSilver26
2024-11-04 00:00 - 2024-11-08 00:00 UTC | Online
We are pleased to announce our next QSilver workshop organized as part of the QCzech Qiskit Fall Fest.

QPrep17
2024-11-13 00:00 - 2024-11-14 00:00 UTC

QTurkeyQuantumDays24Staff1
2024-11-23 00:00 - 2024-11-24 00:00 UTC

QTurkeyQuantumDays24Participant1
2024-11-23 00:00 - 2024-11-24 00:00 UTC

QPrep16
2024-11-25 00:00 - 2024-11-27 00:00 UTC | Online
We are happy to announce our QPrep workshop organized by QAfrica. Join us in the elementary level workshop “Quantum Computing and Programming” focusing on Python programming and linear algebra. This workshop is intended as a preparation before joining QBronze workshop. We would like to thank NITHECS for supporting the event with access to the Zoom platform.

QBronze147
2024-12-02 00:00 - 2024-12-06 00:00 UTC | Online
For the first time, leading experts from nine African QCousins – QSouthAfrica, QLibya, QNigeria, QCameroon, QAlgeria, QEgypt, QMorocco, QZimbabwe and QGhana – come together in a groundbreaking workshop. This pioneering event fosters cross-border collaboration, knowledge sharing, and collective growth, paving the way for a stronger, more resilient Africa. We would like to thank NITHECS for supporting the event with access to the Zoom platform.

QBronze148
2024-12-09 00:00 - 2024-12-13 00:00 UTC | Online
We are pleased to announce the entangling workshop of QBrasil! Join us for the introductory workshop “Quantum Computing and Programming” and learn the basics of quantum computing and how to write simple quantum programs.

QBronze149
2024-12-14 00:00 - 2024-12-15 00:00 UTC
We are happy to announce our next QBronze workshop organized by QRussia. Join us in the introductory workshop “Quantum Computing and Programming” and learn the basics of quantum computing and how to write simple quantum programs.

QBronze150
2024-12-14 00:00 - 2024-12-15 00:00 UTC

QWorld Annual Meeting
2025-01-25 04:00 - 22:00 (Europe/Paris) | Online
We invite you to attend the first QWorld Annual Meeting! On 25.01.2025 we will meet to celebrate the International Year of Quantum, present QWorld and its QCousins, and discuss the opportunities for quantum activities and further development of the open quantum ecosystem.
This edition will be online (on Zoom) and we will start at 16:00 UTC+1.

Meeting Agenda
16:00
Opening remarks by Paweł Gora (Chairperson of QBoard)
16:05
Presentation of QWorld by Paweł Gora (Chairperson of QBoard)
16:15
Presentations by QCousins – part I
(Chair: Ian Craig)
16:15: QNigeria
16:21: QAlgeria
16:27: QRussia
16:33: QCzech
16:39: Break
16:45 | First invited talk
prof. Ahmed Younes
Preparing for Engagements with IYQ2025 Events and Activities
(Chair: Ian Craig)
17:15: Presentations by QCousins – part II
(Chair: Ini Ukut)
17:15: QEgypt
17:21: QSlovenia
17:27: QItaly
17:33: QIndia
17:39: Break
17:45 | Second invited talk
Araceli Venegas-Gomez:
Careers in quantum technologies
(Chair: Abdulmalek Baitulmal)
18:15: Break
18:20: Presentations by QCousins – part III
(Chair: Abdulmalek Baitulmal)
18:20: QNepal
18:26: QPoland
18:32: QGreece
18:38: QIreland
18:44: Break
18:50: Panel discussion
Opportunities for Non-Profits in the Evolving Global Quantum Technology Ecosystem
(Moderator: Mariana Filipova)
19:20: Break
19:25: Presentations by QCousins – part IV
(Chair: Paweł Gora)
19:25: QBulgaria
19:31: QLibya
19:37: QCameroon
19:43: QSouthAfrica
19:50: Break
19:55: Presentations by QCousins – part V
(Chair: Paweł Gora)
19:55: QMorocco
20:01: QHungary
20:07: QMexico
20:13: Concluding Remarks
20:15: Informal discussions, online networking (breakout rooms)
– quantum technologies – general discussions (Moderator: Abdulmalek Baitulmal)
– organizing workshops and other events (together) in 2025 (Moderator: Mariana Filipova)
– QWorld and QCousins – how to organize, lead, and improve them (Moderator: Paweł Gora)
Contact: info [at] qworld.net

Invited speakers

Prof. Ahmed Younes (Alexandria University)
Title:
Preparing for Engagements with IYQ2025 Events and Activities
Abstract: In 2025, the world will celebrate the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ2025). A global proclamation by UN and lead by UNESCO dedicated to raising awareness about the transformative impact of quantum science and technology. This talk aims to guide individuals and organizations on how they can actively contribute to this landmark year and participate in the global celebration.
This talk will provide a comprehensive overview of the IYQ2025 objectives and highlight the various ways to get involved, from organizing local events and educational workshops to participating in international collaborations and outreach programs. Attendees will learn about the steps involved in planning and executing successful events, and leveraging media and digital platforms for maximum impact.
Ahmed Younes is Professor of Computer Science (Quantum Computing) at Alexandria University. He is the founder and leader of Alexandria Quantum Computing Group (AleQCG), the manager of the Center of Excellence for Quantum Computers – Alexandria University, the coordinator of the Professional Master in Quantum Computing and Quantum Information, the coordinator of QEgypt (QWorld cousin), the representative of Egypt in World Quantum Day (WQD), and the representative of the Arab States in the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ2025) Steering Committee endorsed by UNESCO.
He is the former Vice Dean of Education and Student Affairs, Faculty of Science, Alexandria University. The former Manager of the International Scientific Publishing Center, Alexandria University, the former Academic Supervisor of the Faculty of Computers and Data Science, Alexandria University, and a former Honorary Research Fellow at School of Computer Science, University of Birmingham, United Kingdom.
He obtained his PhD from University of Birmingham, United Kingdom in 2004 in quantum circuits and quantum algorithms. He introduced techniques in amplitude amplifications and quantum search algorithms, known as “Partial Diffusion” and made contributions in representing Quantum Boolean circuits as Reed-Muller logic. He published many papers in Quantum Algorithms, Quantum cryptography and Reversible Circuits.

Dr. Araceli Venegas-Gomez (Founder and CEO of QURECA Ltd.)
Title:
Careers in quantum technologies
Abstract: In this talk I will provide an overview of the quantum ecosystem, including public funding initiatives and companies around the world. Next, I will concentrate in the skills needed for quantum companies and the current job market situation. To finish, we will look at potential trends and career perspectives in the coming years.
This talk will provide a comprehensive overview of the IYQ2025 objectives and highlight the various ways to get involved, from organizing local events and educational workshops to participating in international collaborations and outreach programs. Attendees will learn about the steps involved in planning and executing successful events, and leveraging media and digital platforms for maximum impact.
Dr. Araceli Venegas-Gomez spent several years working for Airbus in Germany and France as an aerospace engineer, before falling in love with quantum mechanics. She then decided to follow her passion for physics, and moved to Scotland to pursue a PhD in quantum simulation at the University of Strathclyde. Following discussions with the different quantum stakeholders she had over the last years, Araceli identified the need to bridge the gap between businesses and academia, as well as to raise the quantum awareness to the general public. Continuing her work on outreach advocating quantum technologies, she was named the “quantum ambassador”, after winning the Optical Society Milton and Rosalind Chang Pivoting fellowship in 2019.
Araceli founded her own company called QURECA (Quantum Resources and Careers) to create a link between the different stakeholders in the quantum community through a common language, and to generate global opportunities with quantum technologies. QURECA provides a range of professional services, business development, and the solution to the quantum workforce skills bottleneck: the first online platform for quantum training, to support individuals and businesses to be part of the quantum revolution.

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Organizing committee
Paweł Gora
Aurel Gabris
Mariana Filipova
Ini Ukut
Jagjeet Chauhan
Harsh Mehta
Abdulmalek Baitulmal
Ian Craig
Abbas (Omid) Hassasfar
Agnieszka Wolska

Code of conduct
Based on the codes of conduct by Geek Feminism Wiki & TQC.
Our event is dedicated to providing a harassment-free meeting experience for everyone, regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, age or religion. We do not tolerate harassment of event participants in any form. Sexual language and imagery is not appropriate for any event venue, including talks. Event participants violating these rules may be sanctioned or expelled from the workshop at the discretion of the workshop organizers.
​Harassment includes, but is not limited to:

Offensive comments related to gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, age, religion.
Sexual images in public spaces
Deliberate intimidation, stalking, or following
Harassing photography or recording
Sustained disruption of talks or other events
Inappropriate physical contact
Unwelcome sexual attention
Advocating for, or encouraging, any of the above behavior
Participants asked to stop any harassing behavior are expected to comply immediately.

If a participant engages in harassing behavior, event organizers retain the right to take any actions to keep the meeting a welcoming environment for all participants. This includes warning the offender or expulsion from the event.
Event organizers may take action to redress anything designed to, or with the clear impact of, disrupting the event or making the environment hostile for any participants.
We expect participants to follow these rules at all event venues and event-related social activities. We think people should follow these rules outside event activities too!
Reporting
If someone makes you or anyone else feel unsafe or unwelcome, please report it as soon as possible. Harassment and other code of conduct violations reduce the value of our event for everyone. We want you to be happy at our event. People like you make our event a better place.
You can make a personal report by contacting any of the organizers.
Our team will be happy to help you to feel safe for the duration of the event. We value your attendance.

QBronze151
2025-01-27 00:00 - 2025-02-01 00:00 UTC

QNexus25
2025-02-13 00:00 - 2025-02-17 00:00 UTC

QPrep18
2025-02-15 00:00 - 2025-02-17 00:00 UTC

QBronze152
2025-02-15 00:00 - 2025-02-23 00:00 UTC | Online
We are pleased to announce our next QBronze workshop organized jointly by QBulgaria & QSlovenia. Join us for the introductory workshop “Quantum Computing and Programming” and learn the basics of quantum computing and how to write simple quantum programs.

QBronze153
2025-02-17 00:00 - 2025-02-21 00:00 UTC
We are pleased to announce the next QBronze Quantum Programming Workshop in Italy! Join us for the introductory workshop “Quantum Computing and Programming” and learn the basics of quantum computing and how to write simple quantum programs.

QBronze154
2025-02-17 00:00 - 2025-02-26 00:00 UTC | Online

QNickel19
2025-02-17 00:00 - 2025-02-26 00:00 UTC | Online

QBronze155
2025-02-21 00:00 - 2025-02-23 00:00 UTC

QBronze156
2025-03-10 00:00 - 2025-03-14 00:00 UTC | Online

QCobalt8
2025-03-24 00:00 - 2025-03-27 00:00 UTC | Online

QNickel20
2025-03-31 00:00 - 2025-04-04 00:00 UTC
We are pleased to announce the QNickel workshop, which is organized by QItaly! Join us for an introductory workshop on “Quantum Computing and Programming”, which focuses on Oracle’s quantum algorithms. You will learn the basics of quantum computing and how to write simple quantum programs.

QML workshop
2025-04-12 00:00 - 2025-04-13 00:00 UTC | Online
Quantum Machine Learning (QML) is a discipline seeking to take advantage of quantum mechanical processes to induce or enhance machine learning. It combines in novel ways the concepts and algorithms adopted from Quantum Computing and Machine Learning, and is underpinned by the Quantum Mechanics theory and formalism.

QBronze158
2025-04-15 00:00 - 2025-04-27 00:00 UTC

QBronze157 | Quantum Computing and Programming Workshop
2025-04-19 00:00 - 2025-04-27 00:00 UTC

QBronze157
2025-04-19 00:00 - 2025-04-27 00:00 UTC | Online
We are pleased to announce the entangling workshop of QBangladesh! Join us for the introductory workshop “Quantum Computing and Programming” and learn the basics of quantum computing and how to write simple quantum programs.

QIntern 2025
2025-04-19 - 2025-08-17 | Online
Status: QIntern 2025 will run in the summer of 2025
Are you interested in the future of computing and technology? Do you want to be a part of the quantum computing revolution? If so, you won’t want to miss QIntern 2025 – the premier summer quantum project internship program of the QWorld Association, hosted by the QResearch Department.
QIntern 2025 will bring together some of the brightest minds in the field for an intensive online internship program. Whether you’re a student, a recent graduate, or a working professional looking to gain hands-on experience in quantum information science and technology, this event is the perfect opportunity for you.
During QIntern 2025, as an intern, you’ll work on cutting-edge quantum computing projects alongside experienced professional mentors and learn about the latest advancements in the field. You’ll gain valuable experience and connect with other like-minded individuals while also having the chance to interact with academia and industrial experts.

Your quantum internship at QWorld
The event will be held over several weeks, allowing you to immerse yourself in the world of quantum computing and develop your skills in a supportive and collaborative environment. You’ll have the opportunity to work on real-world problems and gain practical experience to help you stand out in your future career.
So don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to explore the fascinating world of quantum and develop your skills. Keep an eye on this website for registration details for QIntern 2025.
Take the first step towards an exciting and rewarding career in quantum computing!

Publications from past QIntern events

Azad, Utkarsh, Aleksandra Lipińska, Shilpa Mahato, Rijul Sachdeva, Debasmita Bhoumik, Ritajit Majumdar. “Surface code design for asymmetric error channels.” IET Quantum Communication 3, no. 3 (2022): 174-183.
Wath, Yash, M. Hariprasad, Freya Shah, Shashank Gupta. “Eavesdropping a quantum key distribution network using sequential quantum unsharp measurement attacks.“ The European Physical Journal Plus 138, no. 1 (2023): 54.
Arya, Ashish, Ludmila Botelho, Fabiola Cañete, Dhruvi Kapadia, Özlem Salehi. “Music Composition Using Quantum Annealing.” arXiv preprint arXiv:2201.10557 (2022).
Bach, Bao Gia, Akash Kundu, Tamal Acharya, Aritra Sarkar. “Visualizing Quantum Circuit Probability: Estimating Quantum State Complexity for Quantum Program Synthesis.” Entropy 25, no. 5 (2023): 763.
Akash Kundu, Tamal Acharya, and Aritra Sarkar. “A Scalable Quantum Gate‐Based Implementation for Causal Hypothesis Testing.” Advanced Quantum Technologies 7.8 (2024): 2300326.
Kumar Prateek, Meghashrita Das, Sairaaj Surve, Soumyadev Maity, Ruhul Amin, “Q-Secure-P2-SMA: Quantum-Secure Privacy-Preserving Smart Meter Authentication for Unbreakable Security in Smart Grid“, IEEE Transactions on Network and Service Management, IEEE, (2024).
Ulrike Genenz, Neelanjana Anne, Zeynep Kılıç, Daniel Mathews, Oya Ok, Adrian Schmidt, Zeki Can Seskir, “Why Teach Quantum In Your Own Time: The Values of Grassroots Organizations Involved in Quantum Technologies Education and Outreach“, arXiv preprint arXiv:2406.18761 (2024).
Mah Noor, Jarek Duda. “No-cloning theorem for 2WQC and postselection.” arXiv preprint arXiv:2407.15623 (2024).
Alex Linden, Betül Gül. “Optimization of Postselection in Quantum Algorithms: A Two-Way Quantum Computing Approach“, arXiv preprint arXiv:2409.03785 (2024).

Check also the other projects implemented in past editions of the internship program for 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Quotes from participants of past QIntern events
What is your opinion on the QIntern programme?
QIntern is a unique opportunity to perform research breaking the barrier of physical distance. It allows students and mentors all over the world to meet and work on a project of interest. In QIntern, I had the pleasure of working with some wonderful and bright students. I not only mentored them but learned from them. We solved a problem of interest, which we are expecting to be published. It helped me gain experience in mentoring, added research experience and publication on my resume.
Ritajit Majumdar (Mentor)
What did you like most about QIntern?
It was an amazing experience in QIntern2021 as that was my first Internship. Was exposed to some amazing projects and ideas. Very good support and guidance from mentors. What I liked most about the internship is the projects that were showcased which is very innovative.
Tamal Acharya (Intern)
How was QIntern beneficial for your experience/knowledge/career?
It helped me move forward with research on solving routing problems using quantum computing, initiate new research directions, conduct new experiments, build a research team, and prepare a quantum computing session at the Warsaw IT Days 2023 conference. Together with my team, we are still researching and working on publications (both scientific and popular science).
Paweł Gora (mentor)

Timeline for the quantum internship | QIntern 2025

19 Apr – 19 May : project proposal submission
19 May : project proposal submission deadline
26 May : official announcement of the list of projects
28 May – 10 Jun : call for interns
12 Jun – 25 Jun : recruitment phase
01 Jul – 15 Aug : QIntern 2025
16 Aug – 17 Aug : mini-workshop for presenting the outcomes of projects

For any more information, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us at:
qintern [at] qworld.net

List of Projects for 2025
qi25_01
Cryptography in counterfactual communication within a photonics setup
Mentor(s): Muhammad Amad Khan
qi25_02
qDrift-based simulation of non-Hermitian quantum dynamics
Mentor(s): Peter Yang
qi25_03
Efficient block-encoding of dense matrices via QRAM using the Qrisp framework
Mentor(s): Viraj Dsouza
qi25_04
Quantum communication over adversarial channels
Mentor(s): Abhishek Sadhu
qi25_05
Design of quantum-anamorphic encryption against coercive surveillance
Mentor(s): Kumar Prateek; Soumyadev Maity
qi25_06
Design of a quantum classifier for hate video classification in online media
Mentor(s): Kumar Prateek; Simranjit Singh; Vijay Kumar
qi25_07
Molecular encoding for quantum machine learning
Mentor(s): Viki Kumar Prasad
qi25_08
Quantum computing for civil site design optimizations
Mentor(s): Vesselin Gueorguiev
qi25_09
Play your way into Quantum
Mentor(s): Vesselin Gueorguiev
qi25_10
QTagger: quantum machine learning for ransomware tagging and classification
Mentor(s): Simranjit Singh; Mohit Sajwan
qi25_11
Solving routing problems using quantum annealing
Mentor(s): Paweł Gora
qi25_12
Quantum circuits for open system dynamics: simulating the GKSL master equation
Mentor(s): Haris Ansari
qi25_13
QuantumShield: securing IoT against botnets with quantum computing
Mentor(s): Mohit Sajwan
qi25_14
Framework for efficient computing in distributed quantum systems
Mentor(s): Abhishek Sawaika
qi25_15
Quantum reservoir computing for sustainable time-series forecasting in high-energy physics
Mentor(s): Shalini Devendrababu; Srinjoy Ganguly
qi25_16
Automated design framework for networked quantum artificial intelligence and its applications
Mentor(s): Louis Chen
The detailed description of each project is available on the QIntern 2025 GitHub.
Coordinators of QIntern 2025

Aritra Sarkar, aritra.sarkar [at] qworld.net
Muhammad Waqar Amin, waqar [at] qworld.net
Nouhaila Innan, nouhaila.innan [at] qworld.net

QIntern Team of QIntern 2025

Kumar Prateek

QBronze161
2025-04-24 00:00 - 2025-04-27 00:00 UTC

QBronze159
2025-05-01 00:00 - 2025-05-10 00:00 UTC | Online
We are happy to announce next quantum programming workshop in Egypt! Join us for the introductory workshop “Quantum Computing and Programming”. Learn the basics of quantum computing and how to write simple quantum programs.
