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I assess the potential of quantum computation. Broad and important applications must be found to justify construction of a quantum computer; I review some of the known quantum algorithms and consider the prospects for finding new ones.…

Quantum Physics · Physics 2009-10-30 John Preskill

This chapter is a short pedagogical introduction to the use of quantum logic for the simulation of complex quantum systems, including a simulation example on actual quantum hardware.

Quantum Physics · Physics 2022-12-01 Giuliano Benenti , Giulio Casati

Quantum computing is usually associated with discrete quantum states and physical quantities possessing discrete eigenvalue spectrum. However, quantum computing in general is any computation accomplished by the exploitation of quantum…

Quantum Physics · Physics 2021-07-06 Samantha Buck , Robin Coleman , Hayk Sargsyan

This is a very gentle introductory course on quantum mechanics aimed at the first years of the undergraduate level. The basic concepts are introduced, with many applications and illustrations. Contains 12 short chapters of equal length,…

Quantum Physics · Physics 2010-07-26 Bram Gaasbeek

This is a course on the theory of quantum computing. It consists of 16 lessons, each with a video and written component, covering the basics of quantum information, quantum algorithms (including query algorithms, Shor's algorithm for…

Quantum Physics · Physics 2025-07-16 John Watrous

This is a very brief introduction to quantum computing and quantum information theory, primarily aimed at geometers. Beyond basic definitions and examples, I emphasize aspects of interest to geometers, especially connections with asymptotic…

History and Overview · Mathematics 2018-01-19 J. M. Landsberg

This is a set of lecture notes suitable for a Master's course on quantum computation and information from the perspective of theoretical computer science. The first version was written in 2011, with many extensions and improvements in…

Quantum Physics · Physics 2023-01-18 Ronald de Wolf

Quantum information processing is the use of inherently quantum mechanical phenomena to perform information processing tasks that cannot be achieved using conventional classical information technologies. One famous example is quantum…

Quantum Physics · Physics 2007-05-23 J. A. Jones

This is an exposition of some of the aspects of quantum computation and quantum information that have connections with operator theory. After a brief introduction, we discuss quantum algorithms. We outline basic properties of quantum…

Operator Algebras · Mathematics 2007-05-23 David W. Kribs

Quantum computation is an emerging technology that promises a wide range of possible use cases. This promise is primarily based on algorithms that are unlikely to be viable over the coming decade. For near-term applications, quantum…

Artificial Intelligence · Computer Science 2020-12-04 James R. Wootton

Recently Quantum Computation has generated a lot of interest due to the discovery of a quantum algorithm which can factor large numbers in polynomial time. The usefulness of a quantum com puter is limited by the effect of errors. Simulation…

Quantum Physics · Physics 2007-05-23 Kevin M. Obenland , Alvin M. Despain

Construction of explicit quantum circuits follows the notion of the "standard circuit model" introduced in the solid and profound analysis of elementary gates providing quantum computation. Nevertheless the model is not always optimal (e.g.…

Quantum Physics · Physics 2007-05-23 K. Ch. Chatzisavvas , C. Daskaloyannis , C. P. Panos

The primordial model of quantum computation was introduced over thirty years ago and the first quantum algorithms have appeared for over twenty years. Yet the exact architectures for quantum computer seem foreign to an undergraduate student…

Quantum Physics · Physics 2019-05-08 Hou Ian , Biao Chen , Wei Zhao

Quantum computation has received great attention in recent years for its possible application to difficult problem in classical calculation. Despite the experimental problems of implementing quantum devices, theoretical physicists have…

Quantum Physics · Physics 2007-05-23 G. Florio , D. Picca

The discovery of an algorithm for factoring which runs in polynomial time on a quantum computer has given rise to a concerted effort to understand the principles, advantages, and limitations of quantum computing. At the same time, many…

Quantum Physics · Physics 2007-05-23 Chris Adami , Jonathan P. Dowling

This paper provides an introduction to quantum machine learning, exploring the potential benefits of using quantum computing principles and algorithms that may improve upon classical machine learning approaches. Quantum computing utilizes…

Quantum Physics · Physics 2024-02-23 Ethan N. Evans , Dominic Byrne , Matthew G. Cook

This tutorial introduces quantum computing with a focus on the applicability of formal methods in this relatively new domain. We describe quantum circuits and convey an understanding of their inherent combinatorial nature and the…

Quantum Physics · Physics 2024-07-17 Arend-Jan Quist , Jingyi Mei , Tim Coopmans , Alfons Laarman

Research on quantum technology spans multiple disciplines: physics, computer science, engineering, and mathematics. The objective of this manuscript is to provide an accessible introduction to this emerging field for economists that is…

General Economics · Economics 2021-10-11 Isaiah Hull , Or Sattath , Eleni Diamanti , Göran Wendin

This tutorial intends to introduce readers with a background in AI to quantum machine learning (QML) -- a rapidly evolving field that seeks to leverage the power of quantum computers to reshape the landscape of machine learning. For…

This is a set of lecture notes for a graduate-level course on quantum algorithms, with an emphasis on quantum optimization algorithms. It is developed for applied mathematicians and engineers, and requires no previous background in quantum…

Quantum Physics · Physics 2025-07-09 Giacomo Nannicini