Quantum Computing Research
We're addressing industry challenges with our research in quantum computing.
Our research
We explore the potential of quantum technologies in many different ways. Ranging from understanding the foundations which underpin the theory, to near-term applications in:
- computing
- communications
- cryptography
Our Advanced Model-Based Engineering and Reasoning (AMBER) group leads our quantum computing research.
- Project: Quantum Algorithms for Nonlinear Differential Equations (QuANDiE)
- Researcher: Dr Nick Chancellor
- Funder: EPSRC
- Funding amount: £265k
- Duration: 2023 – 2025
- Website: gtr.ukri.org/projects?ref=EP%2FY004566%2F1
This EPSRC funded project studies the application of quantum computing to nonlinear differential equations, focusing on those arising in fluid mechanics. Specifically, the potential for improvements on Lattice Boltzmann and smoothed particle hydrodynamics.
- Project: Quantum Enhanced and Verified Exascale Computing (QEVEC)
- Researcher: Dr Nick Chancellor
- Funder: EPSRC
- Funding amount: £1m
- Duration: 2020 – 2025
- Website: gtr.ukri.org/projects?ref=EP%2FW00772X%2F1
This EPSRC funded project studies the potential applications of quantum computers as co-processors in high-performance computing environments.
The target applications are fluids and material simulations.
- Project: Feasibility Study on Quantum Optimization of Aircraft Container Loading
- Researcher: Dr Nick Chancellor
- Funder: Innovate UK
- Funding amount: £271k
- Duration: 2023 – 2024
This Innovate UK funded project assesses the feasibility of near-term quantum computers in solving aircraft logistics problems.
The study targets both gate model and annealing applications, working with Unisys as an industrial partner and the national quantum computing centre.
