Date/Time: Tue May 27 2025 at 14:00<br/><br/>Location: Remote<br/><br/>Speaker: Roger Melko (Perimeter Institute)<br/><br/>Title: Building the world?s first open-source quantum computer<br/><br/>Abstract: As quantum computers transition from academic labs to the larger world, we are faced with the question about how best to shape the emerging technology and the organizations surrounding it. In this talk I will present Open Quantum Design (OQD), a nonprofit foundation with the goal of developing the world's first open-source full-stack quantum computer based on trapped ions. By releasing both the hardware and software stack under permissive open-source licences, OQD provides a collaborative sandbox accessible to academics, startups, government, policy makers, researchers, students and teachers ? allowing the larger community to guide the direction of innovation. I will argue that, in addition to ensuring that emerging quantum computers remain democratic, transparent and accessible, an open-source model could also provide a more robust and high-quality technology that is less dependent on conventional commercial incentives.
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<br/><br/>Quantum BC Seminar<br/><br/>______________________________<br/><br/>Detailed information available can be found at <a href='https://www.triumf.ca/research-program/lectures-conferences/upcoming-seminars-lectures'>https://www.triumf.ca/research-program/lectures-conferences/upcoming-seminars-lectures</a> <br/><br/>Date/Time: Fri May 30 2025 at 14:30<br/><br/>Location: Auditorium/Remote<br/><br/>Speaker: Mallory Loria (host) (TRIUMF)<br/><br/>Title: Film Screening: "Picture a Scientist"<br/><br/>Abstract: Join us for a screening of the documentary "Picture a Scientist", followed by an engaging and interactive discussion. All are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Documentary description: ?PICTURE A SCIENTIST chronicles the groundswell of researchers who are writing a new chapter for women scientists. Biologist Nancy Hopkins, chemist Raychelle Burks, and geologist Jane Willenbring lead viewers on a journey deep into their own experiences in the sciences, ranging from brutal harassment to years of subtle slights. Along the way, from cramped laboratories to spectacular field stations, we encounter scientific luminaries - including social
scientists, neuroscientists, and psychologists - who provide new perspectives on how to make science itself more diverse, equitable, and open to all.?
About the film: https://www.pictureascientist.com
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Password: 560669 <br/><br/>Special film screening organized by the GAPS EDI Committee and hosted by Mallory Loria.<br/><br/>______________________________<br/><br/>Detailed information available can be found at <a href='https://www.triumf.ca/research-program/lectures-conferences/upcoming-seminars-lectures'>https://www.triumf.ca/research-program/lectures-conferences/upcoming-seminars-lectures</a> <br/><br/>