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QWorld: Inviting everyone to be part of the second quantum revolution

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Abstract

QWorld (https://qworld.lu.lv) is a non-profit global organization that brings quantum computing researchers and enthusiasts together. Its main goal is to popularize quantum technologies and software. Also, through education and skill development opportunities, QWorld is training the next generation of quantum scientists. To this date, we have organized around forty workshops on quantum computing and programming in 17 different countries. One of the critical strategies of QWorld is to establish active and collaborative local groups denominated QCousins. These groups organize events in their regions, often communicating in the native language. They also come together to organize international events and share educational materials and resources. QWorld is also committed to increase women's representation in the field, and for this reason, QWomen was created. QWorld is organized in 3 departments. QEducation is tasked with developing tutorials and design hands-on workshops based on them. In the future, we would like to establish academic curriculums and train educators. QResearch's goal is to bring together researchers to foster collaboration and match students with mentors to develop a short-term research project. Finally, the QJunior program is focused on high school students.

Presenters

  • Abuzer Yakaryilmaz

    University of Latvia

Authors

  • Abuzer Yakaryilmaz

    University of Latvia

  • Andrea Delgado

    Physics Division, Oak Ridge National Laboratory