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4 changes: 2 additions & 2 deletions components/conference/conference-talks.tsx
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Expand Up @@ -14,8 +14,8 @@ export function ConferenceTalks() {
Talks & abstracts
</h2>
<p className="text-gray-600 mb-8">
Abstracts below are placeholders and will be updated as speakers
confirm their talks.
Click on a talk to read its abstract. Details of the keynote will
be announced soon.
</p>

<Accordion type="single" collapsible className="w-full">
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34 changes: 21 additions & 13 deletions components/hackathon/hackathon-challenge-partners.tsx
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Expand Up @@ -7,7 +7,7 @@ import { challengePartners, type ChallengePartner } from "@/lib/hackathon-2026-d

function ChallengePartnerCard({ partner }: { partner: ChallengePartner }) {
const [isOpen, setIsOpen] = useState(false);
const hasDetails = Boolean(partner.details || partner.contact);
const hasDetails = Boolean(partner.details || partner.contacts?.length);

const summary = (
<>
Expand Down Expand Up @@ -79,24 +79,32 @@ function ChallengePartnerCard({ partner }: { partner: ChallengePartner }) {
)}
</div>
)}
{partner.contact && (
<div className="flex flex-col gap-3">
<div className="relative w-24 h-24 rounded-full overflow-hidden">
<Image
src={partner.contact.image}
alt={partner.contact.name}
fill
className="object-cover"
sizes="96px"
/>
{partner.contacts?.map((contact) => (
<div key={contact.name} className="flex flex-col gap-3">
<div className="flex items-center gap-4">
<div className="relative w-24 h-24 flex-shrink-0 rounded-full overflow-hidden">
<Image
src={contact.image}
alt={contact.name}
fill
className="object-cover"
sizes="96px"
/>
</div>
<div>
<p className="font-bold text-pq-dark-purple">{contact.name}</p>
{contact.role && (
<p className="text-gray-500 text-xs">{contact.role}</p>
)}
</div>
</div>
{partner.contact.intro.map((paragraph) => (
{contact.intro.map((paragraph) => (
<p key={paragraph} className="text-gray-600 text-sm">
{paragraph}
</p>
))}
</div>
)}
))}
</div>
)}
</div>
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28 changes: 15 additions & 13 deletions lib/conference-2026-data.ts
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// Data for the Conference deep-dive page
// (app/hackathon/conference/page.tsx).
//
// Talk abstracts are placeholder Lorem Ipsum text — swap them
// for the real abstracts once speakers confirm them. Everything
// else (names, affiliations, itinerary slot) comes from
// 2026_hackathon/2026 Conference & Hackathon Kick-Off.pdf.
// Talk titles and abstracts as provided by the speakers. The
// keynote (Cirac) is still TBA. Keep times in sync with the
// Nov 20 agenda in lib/hackathon-2026-data.ts.
// ============================================================

export interface ConferenceTalk {
Expand All @@ -22,13 +21,6 @@ const LOREM = "TBA";
export const conferenceTalks: ConferenceTalk[] = [
{
time: "9:15 - 10:00",
speaker: "Speaker to be confirmed",
kind: "Scientific Talk",
title: "Topic to be confirmed",
abstract: LOREM,
},
{
time: "10:00 - 10:45",
speaker: "Prof. Dr. Annabelle Bohrdt",
affiliation: "LMU Munich",
kind: "Scientific Talk",
Expand All @@ -37,6 +29,15 @@ export const conferenceTalks: ConferenceTalk[] = [
abstract:
"Numerically simulating two-dimensional strongly correlated systems is in general a daunting task. In recent years, neural quantum states have been emerged as a promising new tool: here, the expressivity of a neural network is used to represent the quantum many-body state of interest. In this talk I will introduce the basics of neural quantum states and discuss our current understanding of their capabilities regarding common measures such as entanglement, routes towards interpretability, and possible design choices. I will highlight some of our recent results on applying neural quantum states to strongly interacting electronic systems relevant for unconventional superconductivity, showcasing how we can use this novel technique to simulate increasingly realistic models for quantum materials.",
},
{
time: "10:00 - 10:45",
speaker: "Prof. Dr. Andreas Reiserer",
affiliation: "TUM",
kind: "Scientific Talk",
title: "Erbium Dopants for Quantum Networks",
abstract:
"Despite decades of research into various physical systems, demonstrating a scalable platform for quantum networks and distributed quantum information processing remains an outstanding challenge. In this context, our group investigates the use of erbium dopants in silicon and silicate crystals. This platform offers unique potential for up-scaling: First, erbium dopants can exhibit second-long coherence in a temperature range accessible with 4He cryocoolers. Second, the optical transition of erbium is among the narrowest spectral features ever measured in a solid. Thus, frequency-multiplexed addressing of individual dopants gives access to an unprecedented qubit density. Finally, by embedding dopants in high-quality-factor optical resonators, the optical lifetime can be reduced via the Purcell effect. This has enabled lifetime-limited photon emission in the telecommunications C-band, where optical fiber losses are minimal. This establishes individual erbium dopants as a promising new hardware platform for the upscaling of quantum networks. I will discuss these recent results and give a perspective on the open challenges.",
},
{
time: "11:15 - 12:00",
speaker: "Prof. Dr. Dominik Bucher",
Expand All @@ -51,8 +52,9 @@ export const conferenceTalks: ConferenceTalk[] = [
speaker: "Prof. Dr. Barbara Kraus",
affiliation: "TUM",
kind: "Scientific Talk",
title: "TBA",
abstract: LOREM,
title: "Challenges and Opportunities in Quantum Information Processing",
abstract:
"Quantum information processing promises fundamentally new ways of computing, communicating, and understanding complex quantum systems. But what are the main obstacles on the way toward useful quantum technologies? In this talk, I will introduce some of the key challenges we currently face and discuss why solving them is both difficult and exciting.",
},
{
time: "16:30 - 17:00",
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Expand Up @@ -29,13 +29,17 @@ export interface ChallengePartner {
details?: string[];
/** Partner website, linked below the details. */
website?: string;
/** The partner's contact person, shown below the details. */
contact?: {
name: string;
image: string;
/** Paragraphs of the contact's self-introduction. */
intro: string[];
};
/** The partner's mentors / contact persons, shown below the details. */
contacts?: ChallengePartnerContact[];
}

export interface ChallengePartnerContact {
name: string;
/** Optional job title shown under the name. */
role?: string;
image: string;
/** Paragraphs of the contact's self-introduction. */
intro: string[];
}

export const challengePartners: ChallengePartner[] = [
Expand All @@ -48,6 +52,20 @@ export const challengePartners: ChallengePartner[] = [
name: "Alice & Bob",
logo: "/logos/partners/alice_bob/ALICE-ET-BOB.png",
description: "Hardware company building fault-tolerant quantum computers from cat qubits.",
details: [
"Alice & Bob is a quantum computing company based in Paris and Boston, working to build the first universal, fault-tolerant quantum computer using cat qubits, which reduce errors at the hardware level.",
],
website: "https://alice-bob.com",
contacts: [
{
name: "David Schlegel",
role: "Senior Quantum Device Theorist",
image: "/images/hackathon/challenge-partners/alice-bob-david.jpg",
intro: [
"I am a Senior Quantum Device Theorist at Alice & Bob in the Simulation Model team. I am creating the tools to simulate and optimize the performance of our devices, to allow for a rapid chip design cycle.",
],
},
],
},
{
name: "IQM Quantum Computers",
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"IQM has over 300+ employees, with offices in Espoo, Madrid, Munich, Palo Alto, Paris, Singapore, and Warsaw.",
],
website: "https://www.iqm.tech",
contact: {
contacts: [{
name: "Niklas",
image: "/images/hackathon/challenge-partners/iqm-niklas.jpg",
intro: [
Expand All @@ -68,19 +86,72 @@ export const challengePartners: ChallengePartner[] = [
"Everything we do here is to support you, our community members get the most out of IQM ecosystem and to learn and develop together!",
"Join us on this journey!",
],
},
}],
},
{
name: "Qoro",
logo: "/logos/partners/qoro/Qoro-Quantum-Banner-600x400.png",
description: "Distributed quantum computing software for scaling quantum applications.",
contact: {
contacts: [{
name: "Dr. Stephen DiAdamo",
image: "/images/hackathon/challenge-partners/qoro-stephen.png",
intro: [
"Dr. Stephen DiAdamo is the CTO and Co-Founder of Qoro Quantum. With a deep focus on quantum software, computing infrastructure, and tech innovation, Stephen leads Qoro Quantum’s technical strategy to make quantum computing accessible and impactful. He is passionate about supporting emerging developers and fostering the next wave of deep-tech innovation.",
],
},
}],
},
{
name: "planqc",
logo: "/logos/partners/planqc/planqc.svg",
description: "Neutral-atom quantum computer developer based in Garching near Munich.",
details: [
"planqc develops quantum computers based on neutral atoms, offering the fastest path to scalable quantum processors for industrial applications. Founded in April 2022 in Garching near Munich by Alexander Glätzle, Sebastian Blatt, and Johannes Zeiher, planqc is the first spin-off from the Max Planck Institute for Quantum Optics under the Munich Quantum Valley initiative. The company leverages a strong partnership with the Max Planck Institute and builds on decades of leading research in neutral-atom quantum technology.",
"In its Series A round, planqc raised €50 million, led by CATRON Holding and DTCF, with support from Bayern Kapital, the Max-Planck Foundation, UVC Partners, Speedinvest, and a BMBF grant.",
],
website: "https://www.planqc.eu",
contacts: [
{
name: "Adam Prystupiuk",
image: "/images/hackathon/challenge-partners/planqc-adam.jpg",
intro: [
"I joined planqc after studying theoretical and mathematical physics at LMU and TUM, so it's great to be back as a mentor. Earlier, I did research in condensed matter physics, neuromorphic computing and fundamental quantum theory. At planqc, I develop quantum optimization algorithms, especially methods based on imaginary-time evolution. I like combining analytical insight with numerical simulation to tackle hard problems. I'm looking forward to seeing your approaches to the challenge we prepared for the PushQuantum Hackathon. Come talk to me about formulating optimization problems or with algorithm related questions! Outside of work, you can often find me mountaineering in the Alps.",
],
},
{
name: "Keefe Huang",
image: "/images/hackathon/challenge-partners/planqc-keefe.jpg",
intro: [
"I'm a Quantum Algorithms Engineer with a focus on Optimization problems and compilation for quantum devices. I joined planqc after my doctorate at the Technical University on compilation on quantum devices and tensor network methods. At planqc, I currently investigate and develop implementations of quantum algorithms while considering devices constraints and error-correction methods. I enjoy investigating multi-disciplinary problems that overlap different research fields. I'm glad to be a mentor in this upcoming hackathon and am greatly interested in seeing you tackle our proposed challenge. Feel free to approach me regarding the compilation process and related algorithms.",
],
},
],
},
{
name: "Quantinuum",
logo: "/logos/partners/quantinuum/quantinuum.svg",
description: "The world’s largest integrated quantum company, building quantum computers and software.",
details: [
"As the world’s largest integrated quantum company, Quantinuum is leading the development of the most powerful quantum computers and the most advanced quantum software solutions. With our full-stack technology and world-class scientists, we are rapidly scaling quantum computing to solve tomorrow’s biggest challenges. We are making the impossible possible.",
],
website: "https://www.quantinuum.com",
contacts: [
{
name: "Dr. Sheng-Hsuan Lin",
role: "Advanced R&D Scientist – Materials",
image: "/images/hackathon/challenge-partners/quantinuum-sheng-hsuan.png",
intro: [
"Sheng-Hsuan joined Quantinuum in 2024. He works on developing classical simulation methods for validating or optimizing quantum circuits.",
],
},
{
name: "Dr. Travis Thompson",
role: "Sr Advanced Compiler Engineer R&D - Computational Design & Theory",
image: "/images/hackathon/challenge-partners/quantinuum-travis.png",
intro: [
"After a PhD in Quantum Chemistry working on high-performance implementations of explicitly correlated wave-function methods at the LMU Munich, Travis pivoted into software engineering and joined Quantinuum in 2022 to work on ion-routing algorithms for trapped-ion QCCD architectures. He now works on multiple levels of Quantinuum's compiler and emulation stack within the Nexus Developer Platform.",
],
},
],
},
];

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entries: [
{ time: "8:30 - 9:00", title: "Arrival" },
{ time: "9:00 - 9:15", title: "Welcome" },
{ time: "9:15 - 10:00", title: "Scientific Talk (TBA)" },
{
time: "9:15 - 10:00",
title: "Prof. Dr. Annabelle Bohrdt (LMU): Neural Quantum State for strongly correlated two-dimensional systems: what we have learned so far",
},
{
time: "10:00 - 10:45",
title: "TBA - Prof. Dr. Annabelle Bohrdt (LMU)",
title: "Prof. Dr. Andreas Reiserer (TUM): Erbium Dopants for Quantum Networks",
},
{ time: "10:45 - 11:15", title: "Coffee Break & Speaker Meet & Greet" },
{ time: "10:45 - 11:15", title: "Breakfast Break & Speaker Meet & Greet" },
{
time: "11:15 - 12:00",
title:
"TBA - Prof. Dr. Dominik Bucher (TUM) / Company Speed Dating (prior registration)",
"Prof. Dr. Dominik Bucher (TUM): Optically Addressable Spins: From Solid-State Materials to Biochemical Systems / Company Speed Dating (prior registration)",
},
{
time: "12:00 - 12:45",
title: "TBA - Prof. Dr. Barbara Kraus (TUM)",
title: "Prof. Dr. Barbara Kraus (TUM): Challenges and Opportunities in Quantum Information Processing",
},
{
time: "12:45 - 14:15",
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