Progress in Photonic Quantum Computing

The last years have seen impressive progress on realizing quantum information processing with photons. On the one hand this was enabled by the development of new theoretical tools and algorithms, on the other hand by improvement of hardware components, e.g. small processors, highly efficient non-classical light sources and single photon detectors. However, putting together all the required high-fidelity components to demonstrate a persistent photonic quantum advantage remains challenging. In this context we try to develop a vision for the field of photonic quantum information processing at the crossover from academia to industry.

This seminar will showcase the impressive progress made and will bring together leading experts from academia and industry to discuss the prospects and challenges of joint international/European research efforts on photonic quantum computers and simulators. The involved discussions will be highly beneficial not only for advancing the field, but also will support early-stage researchers in their progress on becoming experts themselves.

The conference language will be English. The Wilhelm and Else Heraeus-Foundation bears the cost of full-board accommodation for all participants.