Quantum Computing and Information Processing

This section, “Quantum Computing and Information Processing,” in Quantum Reports serves as a dedicated forum for cutting-edge research across the full spectrum of quantum computing and information processing. We invite contributions on the foundational theory and practical implementation of quantum algorithms, including those targeting optimization, machine learning, and quantum chemistry, with a particular focus on the challenges and opportunities of the NISQ era. The section also emphasizes the physical realization of quantum processors, welcoming studies on all major qubit modalities—such as superconducting circuits, trapped ions, and photonics—that address coherence, gate fidelities, and scalable architectures. By providing a venue for detailed experimental results and theoretical advancements, we aim to accelerate progress toward fault-tolerant quantum computation.

Complementing the focus on computation, the section also explores the secure transmission and fundamental properties of quantum information. We solicit research on quantum communication, cryptography, and the development of quantum networks, as well as foundational studies on entanglement, coherence, and quantum information theory. Recognizing the inherently interdisciplinary nature of the field, we encourage submissions that apply quantum information science to adjacent domains such as quantum biology and finance.