Quantinuum, the Broomfield-based integrated quantum computing company, has partnered with the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) Hartree Centre to advance quantum innovation and development in the UK. The new collaboration will provide the Hartree Centre with access to Quantinuum’s H-Series high-performance quantum computers both via the cloud and on-site and will also help enhance scientists’ skills with tailored educational programs. This partnership is hoped to drive advancements in various fields such as quantum chemistry, computational biology, AI and cybersecurity.
“Research and scientific discovery are central to our culture at Quantinuum, and we are proud to support the pioneers at the Hartree Centre,” said Raj Hazra, CEO of Quantinuum. He believes that accelerating quantum computing will place the Hartree Centre and the UK quantum ecosystem at the forefront of building solutions powered by quantum computers.
Both organizations have expressed their commitment to support UK businesses and research groups in exploring quantum advantage, especially in the UK’s globally reputed domains of quantum chemistry, computational biology, quantum artificial intelligence and quantum-augmented cybersecurity. Kate Royse, the cirector of the STFC Hartree Centre, affirmed that “Quantinuum’s H-Series hardware will benefit scientists across various areas of research” and contribute to their five-year plan to promote the growth of advanced digital technologies in the UK industry.
Quantinuum’s H-Series quantum computers have consistently held the world record for quantum volume, a widely used benchmark for quantum computing performance. Previously known as Cambridge Quantum, before its 2021 merger with Honeywell Quantum Solutions, Quantinuum was one of the UK government’s delivery partners for the National Quantum Technologies Programme launched in 2014. More recently, it was selected as a recipient of the £15m SBRI Quantum Catalyst Fund to support the UK Government in reaping the benefits of quantum technologies, with an initial focus on simulating actinide chemistry using quantum computers.
The STFC Hartree Centre, part of the STFC, focuses on exploring the latest technologies with industry and academic experts to upskill teams and apply practical digital solutions across supercomputing, data science and AI. With substantial government backing and strategic partnerships with industry leaders such as the University of Liverpool, it is home to some of the most advanced digital technologies in the UK.
Source: Press Release