⭐KEYNOTE: Quantum computing: from the lab to the market.

Dr. Salvador Venegas AndracaAuditorio Carlos Graef

Quantum computation, one of the most recent joint ventures between physics and computer science, is a scientific and engineering field focused on the development of computers and algorithms, that is hardware and software, based on the quantum mechanical properties of Nature (that is, the physical properties of atoms and subatomic particles).

In addition to being a mature research field that has produced a plethora of solid results (for example, algorithm development and enhanced cryptographic protocols), quantum computing is a billion-dollar industry that is becoming a game-changer in several branches of industry like pharma, artificial intelligence and finance.

In this lecture I shall define the notion of quantum computing and its constituent parts. Moreover, I shall provide a succinct introduction to the history of quantum computing followed by a concise review of the mathematical and computational foundations of this discipline. Furthermore, I will introduce three methods to design quantum algorithms (with a comparative exercise between digital computation and quantum computation) as well as some general properties of quantum algorithm design, including hardware and software platforms to simulate and run quantum algorithms.

I will then talk about quantum algorithms and present several key results with an emphasis on the multidisciplinary nature of quantum computing and two key areas in this field: machine learning and cybersecurity. I will finish by briefly addressing some key features of the emerging high-tech market of quantum technologies.

I am a scientist and a consultant devoted to scientific research, technology development, technology transfer, and teaching. I am the Principal Investigator of The Unconventional Computing Lab and a Professor of Computer Science at Tecnológico de Monterrey. Additionally, I am an Associate Editor of Quantum Information Processing, a member of the Quantum Economy Network of the World Economic Forum, and Distinguished Speaker of the Association for Computing Machinery. My work is aimed at understanding all scientific and societal aspects of computation as well as contributing towards the economic development of modern society based on science and technology. I conduct research on quantum algorithms and quantum cybersecurity. I am a cofounder of the field Quantum Image Processing and founder of Quantum Computing in Mexico. I am a strong supporter of the application of science and technology on the creation of wealth. Thus, I have worked as a consultant for both private and public sectors since 1999. I have delivered consultancy services (training, business development, and follow-up) to companies and governments in Mexico, UK, USA, Peru, and Colombia on computer science, computer engineering, information technologies for business and government, industry-academia liaisons, technology transfer, softlanding, and education for small and medium size companies.

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