Session

DescriptionQuantum Computing (QC) leverages quantum physical phenomena, such as superposition and entanglement. A mature quantum computer has the potential to solve some exceedingly difficult problems with moderate input sizes efficiently. Still, much work lies ahead before quantum computing can compete with traditional computer technologies, or even successfully integrate and complement them. The challenges lie in the technological manufacturing approach and in the efficient programming of these systems. In contrast, supercomputers and their applications are significantly larger and operate with proven tools that have been developed over decades. In general, a paradigm emerges where quantum computers will not replace traditional supercomputers. Instead, they will become an integral part of supercomputing solutions, acting as an “accelerator”, i.e., specialized to speed up some parts of the application execution. In this respect, this hybrid HPC+QC approach is where real-world applications will find their quantum advantage. This is a rapidly evolving field of research, which requires coordinated integration work and knowledge of both novel quantum algorithm development and traditional parallel programming. This is the third edition of the successful minisymposium we organized at PASC 2024 and PASC 2025.