Art of Science: Quantum Computing: Next Big Thing or Next Big Flop?
@ Parlour and Ramp
2130 W 21st St, Chicago, Illinois 60608
Opening Thursday, May 30th, from 7PM - 10PM
In this science outreach series, scientists present different scientific topics to the general public in a laid-back atmosphere in an art gallery.
The May 2024 event:
Quantum Computing: Next Big Thing or Next Big Flop?
Presented by Prof. Laurence Lurio
and Prof. Kirk Duffin
Northern Illinois University
(full abstract below)
PRESENTATION BEGINS AT 8 PM.
Exciting science, art and socializing.
Donation bar.
Vegan snacks.
Events are always free and open to all, so feel free to invite others.
We hope to see you there!
Parlour & Ramp Gallery is at 2130 W. 21st St.
Easily accessible by the pink line (Damen stop) and the Damen Ave. (#50) bus. Some street parking available.
https://parlourandramp.com/
Facebook event page,
https://www.facebook.com/events/981572306331033.
If you are not already a member, you are invited to join the Art of Science group and be invited to future events.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/308458645920283/
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Quantum Computing: Next Big Thing or Next Big Flop?
Quantum computing has experienced tremendous growth in the last 10 years. But will it be the next big thing or the next big flop? This presentation will discuss the basics of quantum computing, where the field stands today and what else needs to happen before quantum computing can live up to its potential.
Prof. Laurence Lurio will discuss the basic principles of quantum physics which make quantum computers possible. He’ll explain why these quantum computers could significantly outperform even the best current computers and discuss some of the fundamental problems that have to be solved if quantum computers are to ever really work.
Prof. Kirk Duffin will talk about how quantum computers fit into the overall computing paradigm and their strengths and weaknesses. He will also discuss a few of the most important algorithms discovered to date in quantum computing.
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Laurence Lurio is professor of physics at Northern Illinois University. His research area is condensed matter physics. Specifically, x-ray-based studies of the structure and dynamics of soft matter and biomaterials.
Kirk Duffin is professor of computer science at Northern Illinois University. His research area is Computer Vision and Scientific Visualization.
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