Summer school on QA and QEC

This summer school is part of the Research Semester Programme ‘Quantum Algorithms and Quantum Error Correction’.

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When
24 aug 2026 from 9 a.m. to 28 aug 2026 4 p.m. CEST (GMT+0200)
Where
WCW Turingzaal, Science Park 125, Amsterdam
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This summer school, part of the Research Semester Programme ‘Quantum Algorithms and Quantum Error Correction’, will give an introduction to the theory of quantum algorithms (QAs) and quantum error correcting codes (QECs). It will provide the necessary background before moving on to more advanced topics. The school’s lectures will be given by international experts, who will also highlight several recent developments.

In addition to the lectures, the programme’s schedule includes time for discussions and networking. Throughout the week, participants will also have the opportunity to present their research in the form of a poster and to interact with the expert lecturers in an informal setting.

The school is primarily aimed at PhD students and postdoctoral researchers with a basic understanding of quantum computing, though more senior participants are warmly welcome.

Lecturers and abstracts

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Title: Fault-tolerant quantum computing with trapped ions.

Abstract: In these lectures, I will provide an overview of IonQ's architecture for fault-tolerant quantum computing. I will discuss the quantum error correction codes, the fault-tolerant memory, the magic state factory, the fault-tolerant logical gates and the decoder.

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Title: Quantum LDPC codes

Abstract: In these lectures, I will provide an introduction to the field of quantum LDPC codes. I will review the main constructions (hypergraph product codes, recent high-rate encoding codes including BB codes, and asymptotically good codes). I will then discuss decoding algorithms, especially under the circuit-level noise model.

Title: Learning quantum states or their properties

Abstract: Suppose we are given a sequence of quantum registers initialized to the same quantum state rho. Further suppose we would like to learn the state rho or some of its properties. That is, we would like to design an algorithm that produces a classical description of an approximation to the state, or to estimate the expectation values of some observables. How many copies of rho do we need to be able to produce suitable approximations? This lecture will be an introduction to algorithms for such problems.

Programme Summer school on QA and QEC

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  • 09:00-10.00: Registration + Coffee/Tea
  • 10.00-10.30: Opening
  • 10.30-12.00: Intro QEC (TBD)
  • 12.00-13.30: Lunch
  • 13.30-15.00: Intro QA (Ashwin Nayak)
  • 15.00-15.30: Coffee/Tea
  • 15.30-17:15: Lecture 1A QEC (Anthony Leverrier)
  • 17.15-18.30: Reception
  • 08.30-09.00: Coffee/Tea
  • 09.00-10.45: Lecture 1B QEC (Anthony Leverrier)
  • 10.45-11.15: Coffee/Tea
  • 11.15-13.00: Lecture 2A QA (Ashwin Nayak)
  • 13.00-14.30: Lunch
  • 14.30-16.00: Tutorial 1C QEC (Anthony Leverrier)
  • 16.00-16.30: Coffee/Tea
  • 16.30-18.00: Open problem session + Discussions
  • 18.00: Social Dinner
  • 08.30-09.00: Coffee/Tea
  • 09.00-10.45: Lecture 3A QEC (Nicolas Delfosse)
  • 10.45-11.15: Coffee/Tea
  • 11.15-13:00: Lecture 2B QA (Ashwin Nayak)
  • 13.00-14.30: Lunch
  • 14.30-16.00: Tutorial 2C QA (Ashwin Nayak)
  • 16.00-16.30: Coffee/Tea
  • 16.30-18.00: Poster session + Pizza
  • 08.30-08.50: Coffee/Tea
  • 08.50-09.00: Award ceremony poster session
  • 09.00-10.45: Lecture 3B QEC (Nicolas Delfosse)
  • 10.45-11.15: Coffee/Tea
  • 11.15-13.00 : Tutorial 3C QEC (Nicolas Delfosse)
  • 13.00-14.30: Lunch
  • 14.00-15.45: Lecture 4A QA (András Gilyén)
  • 15.45-16.00: Coffee/Tea
  • 16.00-17.30: Quantum Lab Tours UvA
  • 09.30-10.15: Coffee/Tea
  • 10:15-12.00: Lecture 4B QA (András Gilyén)
  • 12.00-13.30: Lunch
  • 13.30-15.00: Tutorial 4C QA (András Gilyén)
  • 15.00-15.15: Closing remarks

Support

We offer financial support for participants whose institutions are unable to cover their participation costs. This support includes accommodation and a waiver of the participation fee. To apply, please contact Jonas Helsen (jonas@cwi.nl) by 30 June. In your application email, please be sure to include your full name, home institution, your current role (PhD student, postdoc, etc.), and a short but specific motivation for why you are applying for financial support.

In addition, childcare services can be arranged during the programme. If you wish to make use of this option, please contact Subhasree Patro (s.patro@tue.nl) by 30 June.

Registration

Please register for the summer school via the Registration Summer school QA and QEC Summer School registration form. Your registration will be confirmed once the participation fee of €230 has been received. The fee covers access to the full programme, including the social dinner.

Cancellation policy

Up to 15 working days before the event, cancellation is free of charge. After this period, reimbursement is no longer possible. To cancel, please send an email to : camva@CWI.nl

Registration will remain open until 31July, or earlier if capacity is reached.

We look forward to welcoming you at the event!