From April 24 to 28, 2025, QSUN member Abbas (Omid) Hassasfar participated in the NYU Abu Dhabi International Hackathon for Quantum Computing, an internationally renowned event that brings together students, researchers, and industry experts from around the globe to develop quantum computing solutions for social good and in alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals …
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Mar 07
Q@SUN Seminar: Prof Menica Dibenedetto (University of Maastricht), Opportunities for Collaboration in Quantum Computing
In this seminar, Prof Menica Dibenedetto will share an overview of quantum computing research and initiatives at her institution. Highlighting ongoing projects, recent advances, and areas of strategic interest, she aims to foster dialogue and identify opportunities for collaborative efforts with researchers at Stellenbosch University. This event provides an ideal platform to discuss common interests …
Mar 07
Quantum@SUN Researcher Shines at Premier Quantum Computing Conference
Representing Stellenbosch University and South Africa at the prestigious 28th International Conference on Quantum Information Processing (QIP), I recently had the privilege of showcasing our institution’s groundbreaking research in Quantum Neuromorphic Computing among the world’s leading quantum scientists and engineers. This year’s conference, hosted by Duke University and NC State University in Raleigh, North Carolina, …
Feb 19
Exploring Quantum Aspects of Gravitational Waves
Galaxies, planets, and black holes dominate our imagination of the Universe, yet some of the most intriguing processes unfold at the smallest scales. While gravity is typically associated with massive cosmic structures, could it also reveal quantum properties? Our Postdoc, Partha Nandi, and Bibhas Ranjan Majhi have explored this fascinating question, investigating whether gravitational waves—ripples …
Feb 13
Dr Yaseera Ismail: Reflections on the Opening Ceremony of the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology
On the 4th and 5th of February, Quantum Physicists (Researchers), Ministers, and Industry Leaders convened at the UNESCO Headquarters in Paris to celebrate the Opening Ceremony of the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ2025). Amongst the elites were Nobel Laureates Prof William Phillip, Prof Anne L’Huillier, and Prof Alain Aspect. I was honoured …
Mar 28
Visit of Professor Marco Merkli (Memorial University of Newfoundland)
During the last month, our group had the pleasure of hosting Prof. Marco Merkli as a visiting researcher from the Memorial University of Newfoundland, Canada. As a mathematical physicist, Prof. Merkli’s research primarily revolves around elucidating the dynamics of open quantum systems. His expertise lies in developing mathematical tools tailored for analyzing the evolution of …
Jan 31
Dr Vinayak Jagadish joins Quantum@SUN
We are pleased to announce that Dr Vinayak Jagadish has joined Quantum@SUN as of 31 Jan 2024, having been formally appointed as a research fellow at the National Institute for Theoretical and Computational Sciences (NITheCS). We extend our congratulations to Dr Jagadish and wish him every success in his new position.
Jan 15
Dr Yaseera Ismail joins Quantum@SUN
We are very pleased to announce that Dr Yaseera Ismail has joined Quantum@SUN as of 1 Jan 2024, after being appointed Senior Lecturer at Stellenbosch University. Dr Ismail specialises in the development of quantum technologies, particularly in the field of quantum information science. She is an experimentalist developing quantum optical tools for the advancement of …
Dec 17
Quantum@SUN Unconference 2023
Our research group recently held an unconference, which was a great success. We spent a whole day together, and every group member presented some interesting research questions. It was amazing to see the group’s diversity of topics and perspectives and how we all came together to share our ideas. The unconference format was new to …
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