The 5th KMI School:
“Quantum Computing and Technology for Particle Physics and Astrophysics”
(March 5th -7th, 2024)
First Circular (2023/12/01)

Website: https://www.kmi.nagoya-u.ac.jp/workshop/kmi-school-2024

The Kobayashi-Maskawa Institute for the Origin of Particles and the Universe (KMI) was established in 2010 at Nagoya University to explore new frontiers of modern physics beyond the Standard Model. KMI decided to launch the KMI school in 2018, to which we invite distinguished researchers to KMI to have them give their lectures on specific topics every year. The KMI school is intended for graduate school students and young post-docs. We would like you to encourage young members of your groups to join the KMI school.

The 5th KMI School is dedicated to exploring “Quantum Computing and Technology for Particle Physics and Astrophysics” in collaboration with ICEPP (University of Tokyo, co-host).

Quantum computing, an emerging technology, has the potential to change the landscape of particle physics and astrophysics. Its potential lies in unlocking the ability to study phenomena that have been beyond the reach of traditional computing power. This breakthrough has the potential to explore a new era of research, marked by groundbreaking discoveries.

The benefits of applying quantum computing to particle physics and astrophysics are many. Quantum computers have the ability to process information exponentially faster than their traditional counterparts. This opens the door to simulating complex phenomena that were previously considered impossible to study. For example, quantum computers can simulate the conditions of the early universe or accurately model the interaction of particles in high-energy collisions. Such simulations pave the way for a deeper understanding of the fundamental laws of nature and the origins of the universe.

In addition to these core sessions, the event will feature topical seminars focused on quantum computing and quantum sensors in the field of particle physics and astrophysics. These seminars are designed to further enrich the participants’ understanding of the potential applications of quantum technologies in their respective fields.

We will also broadcast the lectures and seminars by ZOOM for online participants. 

(Note that tutorial support is prioritized for onsite participants and we are unable to provide support for online participants)

Title: “Quantum Computing and Technology for Particle Physics and Astrophysics”

Lecturer: Shion Chen, Yutaro Iiyama, Tatsumi Nitta, Koji Terashi, (ICEPP, University of Tokyo)

 – Introduction to quantum computation

 – Representation of physical systems and quantum dynamics simulation

 – Applications to high-energy experiments (quantum machine learning, tracking, optimization, etc.)

 – Introduction to superconducting qubits and quantum computers

 – Introduction to quantum sensors

We will also organize topical seminars as follows:

 – Kosuke Mitarai (Osaka): Introduction to Quantum Computation and Its Application in Particle Physics

 – Sofia Vallecorsa (CERN): Quantum Machine Learning in High Energy Physics

 – Raphael Cervantes (FNAL): Wavelike Dark Matter with SRF cavities and Superconducting Qubits at SQMS

 – Sam Posen (FNAL): Overview of the Superconducting Quantum Materials and Systems (SQMS) Center, a US Department of Energy Quantum Research Center

 – Tatsuma Nishioka (Osaka): Quantum error correction and high energy physics”

 – Haruna Katayama (Hiroshima): TBA

 – Yuimaru Kubo (OIST): TBA

We encourage participants to present their research results at the poster session in the KMI school. We will not limit their topics to research with quantum computing/sensor, but all the topics related to particle physics and astrophysics are welcome. A presenter prize will be awarded to those who give the best presentation among them.

100 persons

Registration form: here

Registration fee: FREE

Deadline for registration: Feb. 19, 2024

Deadline for travel support and VISA application: Jan. 12, 2024 

We have a travel support for foreign participants to cover their accommodation based on the regulations of Nagoya University (flight and domestic transportation fee will not be covered). We request applicants to ask supervisors to upload a recommendation letter to here if they are Ph.D students or PostDocs for travel support or VISA application.

KMI: J.Hisano, T.Iijima, Y.Itow, S.Kazama, M.Kitaguchi, H.Miyatake, S.Nojiri, T.Shiromizu

ICEPP: S.Chen, Y.Iiyama, T.Nitta, K.Terashi