Pasqal has made a significant advancement in quantum computing by delivering a 100-qubit quantum computer to the Jülich Supercomputing Centre (JSC) at Forschungszentrum Jülich. This cutting-edge technology will be integrated with the JURECA DC supercomputer as a part of the EuroHPC JU project named HPCQS, aiming to foster hybrid classical-quantum computing for both scientific and industrial applications across Europe.

The HPCQS initiative is focused on developing tools to solve complex optimization challenges in fields like pharmaceuticals, finance, supply chain management, cybersecurity, and autonomous systems. Pasqal’s Quantum Processing Unit (QPU) is set to facilitate quantum machine learning and simulations in the realms of physics and chemistry.

This quantum computer will be included in the Jülich UNified Infrastructure for Quantum Computing (JUNIQ), a facility that grants researchers and industries access to advanced quantum systems, promoting research and practical application development.

The HPCQS project is co-funded by the European High Performance Computing Joint Undertaking (EuroHPC JU) along with six European nations, including Austria, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, and Spain. The project aims to incorporate quantum computing into Europe’s supercomputing framework, headed by the JSC. It involves two Pasqal quantum computers, each managing over 100 qubits, which will be implemented into existing supercomputers in Germany and France.

The first of the two computers was delivered to the French supercomputing center GENCI/CEA and will connect to the Joliot Curie supercomputer, while the counterpart at JSC arrived in mid-November and is expected to be operational by June 2025, facilitating early computations for researchers.

Prof. Dr. Astrid Lambrecht, Chair of the Board of Directors at Forschungszentrum Jülich, highlighted the impactful nature of merging quantum systems with supercomputers, stating that it combines the strengths of both platforms to unlock the potential for practical quantum applications.

Dr. Georges-Olivier Reymond, CEO and co-founder of Pasqal, reinforced the strategic importance of their partnership with JSC, explaining that integrating their QPU with the JURECA DC supercomputer empowers European researchers to tackle pressing challenges in various sectors, while also preparing for industrial applications using the latest quantum and high-performance computing technologies.

Anders Jensen, Executive Director of EuroHPC JU, celebrated the installation of the second HPCQS quantum computer as a crucial advancement for European innovation, enabling users to create groundbreaking algorithms by uniting traditional and quantum HPC resources.

Pasqal’s quantum computers utilize neutral atoms as qubits, manipulated by laser light, which provides notable advantages. Unlike charged particles, neutral atoms are less susceptible to interference, ensuring greater stability in quantum computations. This technology also allows for complex simulations that classical computers struggle with, while featuring a scalable approach with larger arrays that enhance computational power.

The objectives of the HPCQS project contribute to building a European Quantum Computing and Simulation Infrastructure (EuroHPC-QCS), striving to establish an evolving quantum ecosystem to meet intricate scientific challenges.

Prof. Kristel Michielsen, Director of JUNIQ and Quantum Computing at JSC, emphasized the extraordinary processing capabilities enabled by deploying these hybrid systems in Germany and France, allowing researchers to address critical societal issues more effectively.

By early 2025, the French quantum computer is also set to be operational, collectively enhancing capabilities for researchers and industries in Europe as they utilize both traditional and quantum computational resources.

Forschungszentrum Jülich, part of the Helmholtz Association, employs more than 7,400 researchers focused on solving societal issues in areas such as digitalization, sustainable energy, and economic growth. The Jülich Supercomputing Centre is a leading resource in Europe for high-performance computing and is instrumental in merging advanced computing with innovative quantum technologies. JUNIQ provides a unified platform for researchers to explore and implement quantum computing prospects, aiming to foster collaboration between academia and industry and signal Europe’s commitment to advancing quantum-HPC integration.

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