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Exciting news from ARPA-E – The U.S. Department of Energy Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy has announced the launch of the Quantum Computing for Computational Chemistry (QC3) program. This groundbreaking initiative aims to fund quantum computing projects that will revolutionize energy research and provide innovative solutions to key challenges in the industry.
The program’s focus is on developing quantum algorithms to address complex chemistry and materials science problems. By leveraging the power of quantum computing, the goal is to achieve a 100x improvement over classical methods, advancing energy research like never before.
ARPA-E Director Evelyn N. Wang stated, “QC3 projects will harness the power of quantum computing to exceed limits and provide researchers with the tools to solve high-impact problems in energy.”
Projects under the QC3 program will concentrate on developing sustainable industrial catalysts, discovering new superconductors for efficient electricity transmission, and improving battery chemistries. These innovations aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and propel the energy sector towards a sustainable future.
Each project team will tackle a specific problem in chemistry or materials science, aiming to achieve a 100x improvement over classical methods. Through software optimization and hardware validation on available quantum computer platforms, these quantum simulations will usher in a new era of energy research.
For more information about the QC3 program and key guidelines, visit the ARPA-E eXCHANGE website. You can also read the full QC3 program description for details.
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