Odra Quantum Computing Summer School

15 wrz 2025, 09:00 → 19 wrz 2025, 17:45 Europe/Warsaw

Politechnika Wrocławska

 

Quantum computing is one of the most exciting and fast-evolving fields in modern science and technology. It promises revolutionary breakthroughs in optimization, cryptography, machine learning, materials science, and beyond. However, entering this domain requires a solid foundation in quantum theory, familiarity with emerging hardware platforms, and experience with quantum programming and hybrid algorithms.

Odra - Quantum Summer School is a five-day intensive program designed to guide participants through the theoretical fundamentals and practical applications of quantum computation. From foundational mathematics and physical models, through quantum gate operations and hardware architectures, to optimization algorithms and quantum-enhanced machine learning.

Participants will gain direct insight into the inner workings of leading quantum computing platforms, including gate-based systems (IQM), quantum annealers, and hybrid-classical approaches. Hands-on labs and a final tournament that will allow attendees to experiment with real-world quantum programming challenges and problem-solving strategies.

 

Highlights of the Program

• Lectures by leading scientists and professionals from academia and quantum industry.

• Hands-on laboratory sessions with real quantum software and cloud-accessible hardware.

• Live sessions from top companies: IQM and NVIDIA. 

• Lectures on quantum optimization and quantum-enhanced machine learning.

• Collaborative Quantum Hackathon - test your skills and creativity in a team-based challenge.

• A blend of mathematics, physics, computer science and engineering.

 

Practical Information

Location: Wrocław University of Science and Technology

Dates: 15–19 September 2025
Registration fee: 380 EUR
Included: daily lunch and refreshments
Accommodation and travel: self-arranged
Requirement: bring your own laptop
Registration deadline: July 30th 2025

Limited spots available - don’t miss out!

Please note that the entire event will be held in English.

For further inquiries, please contact the organizing team.
We look forward to welcoming you to Wrocław - the heart of quantum innovation in Poland.

Payment will be requested after your application is registered and accepted.

pon., 15 września

11:00 → 12:00 Opening Ceremony

12:15 → 13:15 Introduction: Applications of Quantum Computing

This lecture is conducted as part of the Euro CC project.

Mówca: Prof. Wojciech Bożejko (Politechnika Wrocławska)

13:15 → 14:15 Lunch

Lunch break

14:15 → 15:45 History and Technologies

16:00 → 17:30 Lab: Visiting Odra V (Quantum Computer)

wt., 16 września

09:00 → 10:30 Mathematical Foundations of Quantum Gates

10:45 → 12:15 What Does IQM Do? Their Architecture and Approach

12:15 → 12:45 BREAK

12:45 → 14:15 Case study

14:15 → 15:15 LUNCH

15:15 → 16:45 Lab: Quantum Machine Learning

śr., 17 września

09:00 → 10:30 What Does D-Wave Do?

10:45 → 12:15 Case Study - D-wave

12:15 → 12:45 BREAK

12:45 → 14:15 Quantum Optimization

14:15 → 15:15 LUNCH

15:15 → 16:45 Lab: Optimization Problems

czw., 18 września

09:00 → 11:15 Introduction to Cuda-Q and Quantum Error Correction

Mówca: Esperanza Cuenca-Gómez (NVIDIA)

11:15 → 11:45 BREAK

11:45 → 12:30 Accelerating Hybrid Quantum Workflows

12:45 → 14:15 Compilation

14:15 → 15:15 LUNCH

15:15 → 16:45 Lab: Quantum Machine Learning/ Compilation

pt., 19 września

09:00 → 11:00 Hakaton PART 1

11:00 → 11:30 BREAK

11:30 → 13:30 Hakaton PART 2

13:30 → 14:30 LUNCH

14:30 → 15:30 Closing Ceremony