Quantum algorithmic challenges to apply quantum computers to drug design

Quantum computers, with their potential to outperform classical computers, are often touted as the future of quantum chemistry and drug design. However, their practical application in the pharmaceutical industry requires them to tackle a broader spectrum of problems than currently investigated -- beyond ground-state energy calculations of single molecules. This talk delves into the scientific challenges of applying quantum computers to drug design. We will present our latest findings and discuss potential strategies for overcoming these challenges and the implications for the pharmaceutical industry.