snaQCs2025—Scalable near-term algorithms for quantum computing systems

In the snaQCs2025 project, neQxt GmbH, Fraunhofer IAF and Point 8 GmbH are working on jointly advancing a promising approach to quantum error correction: Using innovative simulation and integration methods, software tools for analysis and optimization as well as scalable and error-resistant quantum algorithms, the partners want to develop robust logical quantum bits (qubits) for quantum computing hardware. This approach aims to compensate for the error susceptibility of physical qubits, bringing quantum computing a big step closer to practical use.

The snaQCs project aims to help unlock the benefits of logical qubits for users and promote the real-world use of quantum computers. To this end, the project partners are working at various levels on the development of particularly reliable logical qubits, optimized, application-oriented quantum algorithms and innovative software for data analysis and characterization.

The goal is to provide a complete development pipeline, ranging from the simulation, realization and integration of logical qubits in real quantum computers to the optimization and new development of application-specific and scalable algorithms, as well as data-supported validation and iterative improvement of the methods. The development and experimental implementation of the logical qubits is carried out on ion trap-based quantum computing hardware.

The project receives funding from the Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space (BMFTR).