Quantum Photonic Modelling in Chicago, with Mirella Koleva, Quantopticon.

The Quantum Divide

This time we focus in on modelling, simulation, quantum digital-twin? Okay I made up that last one. Mirella joins us from Quantopticon and I ask lots of questions about the ins and outs of modelling quantum photonic devices in classical computers for optimising product design and beyond.

Highlights:

• Introduction: The episode starts with an introduction to the topic and the guest, Dr. Mirella Koleva, who is the CEO of Quantopticon and specializes in simulating quantum photonic devices and modelling quantum systems from first principles.
• Quantum Computing and Photonic Devices: The discussion covers the basics of quantum computing and the role of photonic devices, including how Quantopticon is innovating in this field with their software.
• Quantum Modelling and Systems: The conversation delves into quantum modeling techniques and the importance of first principles in physics, with explanations on how these principles are applied in simulations.
• Software Development for Quantum Simulation: This section provides an overview of the software development process for creating quantum simulation tools, highlighting the challenges and breakthroughs in developing efficient and accurate quantum simulations.
• CEO Insights and Industry Trends: Dr. Mirella shares her experiences as a CEO in the tech industry, discussing current trends and future directions in quantum technology and photonics.
• Research and Development in Quantum Mechanics: The discussion explores ongoing research projects and their potential impact on the field, emphasizing the role of innovation and collaboration in advancing quantum mechanics.
• Conclusion: The episode concludes with final thoughts on the future of quantum computing and photonic devices, summarizing the key takeaways from the discussion.