IonQ Quantum Immersion Day

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Join us for Quantum Immersion Day on June 2nd, 2025, at UT Research Park - IAMM—a day-long event dedicated to connecting the forefront of quantum technology with the dynamic research and business community of Tennessee. As quantum innovation accelerates, our region is emerging as a key player in this transformative field. This event offers a rare opportunity to engage with IonQ’s cutting-edge quantum computing and explore its wide-ranging applications across multiple industries, featuring:

  • Expert Talks - Gain insights from leading researchers and industry professionals on the latest advancements in quantum computing and its practical applications.
  • Interactive Panels - Engage in stimulating discussions on how quantum technology can address real-world challenges and drive innovation in your respective fields and organizations.
  • Birds of a Feather Sessions - Participate in focused, collaborative sessions to connect with peers, share research, and explore potential partnerships across various disciplines.
  • IonQ Technology Showcase - Discover the capabilities of IonQ's quantum computing platform and understand its potential impact on your work.
  • Networking Opportunities - Connect with fellow researchers, business leaders, and quantum experts to foster collaboration and drive regional growth.

Venue

The immersion day is being held at University of Tennessee's Research Park in Knoxville

Address: UT Research Park - IAMM 2641 Osprey Vista Way, Knoxville, TN 37920

Agenda

The meeting will include panel discussions, Birds of a feather sessions and networking opportunities

View/download the final meeting agenda (PDF): Quantum Immersion Day Agenda

Room 310
Time (EDT) Event Speaker
8:30 - 9:00 AM Registration & breakfast - Lobby Area
9:00 AM Welcome and Introductions
9:30 AM IonQ in East TN and Beyond Daniel PompaIonQ
10:00 AM Panel Discussion:The Quantum Ecosystem in Chattanooga Moderator:
Tasia MalakasisCO.LAB
10:45 AM Coffee Break
11:00 AM Panel Discussion: Enabling Quantum Education Moderator:
Vadim KarpusenkoIonQ
12:00 - 1:00 PM Lunch
1:00 PM Quantum Networking in TN Duncan EarlIonQ Patrick Swingle EPB
1:45 PM Panel Discussion: Enabling Quantum in TN Moderator:
Ryan HarringIonQ
2:30 - 2:45 PM Coffee Break and Icebreaker - Main Lobby
2:45 PM Quantum computing - Congressional Landscape Paul Stimers Holland & Knight
3:45 - 4:30 PM Networking - Lobby Area
Room 147
Time (EDT) Event Speaker
8:30 - 9:00 AM Registration & breakfast - Lobby Area
9:00 AM Welcome and Introductions
9:30 AM IonQ Roadmap and Quantum Research Tim RogersIonQ
10:00 AM Quantum Computing User Program (QCUP) Ryan LandfieldORNL
10:45 AM Coffee Break
11:00 AM Quantum Programming Fundamentals Denny Dahl IonQ
12:00 - 1:00 PM Lunch
1:00 PM Panel Discussion: Hybrid Computing Strategy at ORNL Moderator:
Erica StumpIonQ
1:45 PM Birds of a Feather Part 1: Get to know each other with 5 lightning round talks with Q&A
  • Optimization: Room G001
  • AI: Room 145
  • Quantum Hardware and Networking: Room 300
  • Hybrid Computing: Room 147
  • Quantum Chemistry: Room 200
2:30 - 2:45 PM Coffee Break and Icebreaker - Main Lobby
2:45 PM Birds of a Feather Part 2: Discussion with prompts
  • Optimization: Room G001
  • AI: Room 145
  • Quantum Hardware and Networking: Room 300
  • Hybrid Computing: Room 147
  • Quantum Chemistry: Room 200
3:45 - 4:30 PM Networking - Lobby Area

Panel Discussions

Enabling Quantum in TN - Room 310

Enabling Quantum Education - Room 310

The Quantum Ecosystem in Chattanooga - Room 310

Hybrid Computing Strategy at ORNL - Room 147

Birds of a Feather Sessions

Optimization - Room G001

AI - Room 145

Quantum Hardware and Networking - Room 300

Hybrid Computing - Room 147

Quantum Chemistry - Room 200

IonQ Quantum Technology

IonQ builds quantum computers using trapped ion technology, leveraging individual atoms of ytterbium as qubits. These ions are suspended in space by electromagnetic fields inside a precisely controlled trap, offering industry-leading stability and coherence times.

With the use of finely tuned lasers, IonQ performs quantum operations with high fidelity, allowing for complex, scalable computation that is well-suited for solving real-world problems in fields such as machine learning, chemistry, and logistics.

Learn more at ionq.com

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