Join Dr. Matthias Troyer for the first lecture in the Building the Modern Quantum Architecture series. This talk kicks off a journey to understand what kind of quantum computer we need to build—and how we’ll build it. 

Troyer maps out the path to a utility-scale quantum computer: one that solves classically intractable problems with clear, real-world value. The most promising applications lie in chemistry and materials science, where quantum simulation could help us develop better batteries, self-healing materials, and coolants without forever chemicals. 

He also describes how quantum computers will work in concert with AI and high-performance computing—combining quantum’s accuracy, AI’s speed, and HPC’s scale to accelerate scientific discovery. By teaching AI the laws of quantum physics, we can begin to predict material properties with unprecedented accuracy—and use that knowledge to reshape our world.