Australia’s Quantum Advantage
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In this episode, Johanna interviews Professor Michelle Simmons AO, world-leading quantum pioneer and Director of Sydney-based manufacturer Silicon Quantum Computing (SQC).
The pair discuss SQC’s breakthrough delivery of the world’s first atomic-scale integrated circuit, the opportunities for Australia in the global race for quantum progress, how Australia can maintain and build on its advantages, and much more.
Relevant links:
Australian Academy of Science on Quantum Computing: https://www.science.org.au/curious/technology-future/quantum-computing
Quantum Computing for the Determined: https://michaelnielsen.org/blog/quantum-computing-for-the-determined/
Quantum Computation and Quantum Information by Michael A. Nielsen, Isaac L. Chuang: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/153910.Quantum_Computation_and_Quantum_Information
Michelle’s Piece in the Australian Financial Review: https://www.afr.com/technology/australia-s-cultural-levelling-mechanism-is-holding-back-our-science-20220701-p5ayhw
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SQC on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/silicon-quantum-computing-pty-ltd/
SQC on Twitter: @silicon_quantum
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