Project description
Paving the way for fault-tolerant quantum computing
Despite significant advances in quantum computing, challenges such as scalability, error correction and hardware limitations need to be overcome. To address this, the EIC-funded MAGICAL project aims to proceed with development of its scalable, on-chip trapped-ion processor. Instead of conventional approaches, it uses microwave fields to control trapped-ion qubits. This innovation offers exceptional scalability and performance, going beyond the constraints of current quantum computers. The technology features low crosstalk between qubits, high gate fidelity and unparalleled coherence times, while the unique architecture supports all-to-all qubit connectivity and can operate at high temperatures. MAGICAL’s innovation is a potential game changer for future industries in Europe, from drug discovery and material science to financial modelling and climate change mitigation.
Objective
Europe stands at a critical juncture in the global quantum computing race. As international tech giants invest billions in quantum research, the EU risks falling behind, potentially compromising its technological sovereignty and economic competitiveness. This situation demands an urgent and innovative European response.
eleQtron presents a breakthrough solution: MAGIC (MAgnetic Gradient Induced Coupling) quantum computing technology. Unlike conventional approaches, MAGIC uses microwave fields to control trapped-ion qubits, offering unprecedented scalability and performance. This innovation overcomes key limitations of current quantum computers, providing a clear path to fault-tolerant, large-scale quantum systems.
Our technology demonstrates world-record low crosstalk between qubits, high single- and two-qubit gate fidelities, and exceptional coherence times (up to 10 seconds), far surpassing competitors. Our unique architecture enables all-to-all qubit connectivity and operates at higher temperatures than superconducting systems, dramatically reducing infrastructure costs and complexity.
Our solution has the potential to revolutionize industries crucial to Europe's future, from drug discovery and material science to financial modeling and climate change mitigation.
Through this project, we will complete development of our scalable, on-chip trapped-ion processor, attract additional private investment, and ensure our strategically vital technology remains anchored in Europe.
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- engineering and technology electrical engineering, electronic engineering, information engineering electronic engineering computer hardware quantum computers
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HORIZON.3.1 - The European Innovation Council (EIC)
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(opens in new window) HORIZON-EIC-2024-ACCELERATOR-02
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57072 SIEGEN
Germany
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