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Simulating a 40-qubit quantum computer

February 18, 2026 · 21 min

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In this episode, we speak with Matthias Christandl, Professor and Center Leader in Quantum Computing at Copenhagen University.He leads research on how quantum mechanics shapes information processing and what this means for the future of computing.


Interview/mixing: Apostolos Vasileiadis (RISE, ENCCS, Mimer AI Factory)

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