Webinar: Quantum Computing 101 - Shaping the Future of the EGI Ecosystem

About the webinar

With the launch of the EGI Strategy 2026–2030, Quantum Computing (QC) has officially stepped into the spotlight as a critical new pillar for the future of European research infrastructure. But what is the current state of quantum technology, and how will it integrate with the classical high-performance and cloud computing networks we rely on?

This webinar serves as the EGI community’s official gateway into the quantum era. Designed for both the quantum-curious and technology providers looking ahead, this session will break down the fundamental physics behind the technology, map out the current quantum landscape, and open a vital dialogue on how the EGI Federation should engage with these emerging systems.

Target Audience:

This foundational session is crucial for domain scientists wanting to understand if their research applications fit quantum workflows, technology/infrastructure providers looking to align with the EGI 2026–2030 strategy, and the next generation of researchers eager to stay ahead of the computational curve.

Programme

• Introduction to Quantum Computing (15 mins) – Matthew Viljoen (EGI Foundation)
  -Demystifying qubits, superposition, and entanglement.
  -Shifting mindsets: Moving from classical binary logic to quantum algorithms.
• Quantum Computing Systems in Europe and Beyond (20 mins) – Attila Csaba Marosi (SZTAKI)
  -A reality check on the types, architectures, and true capabilities of current quantum hardware.
  -Mapping Europe’s rising quantum infrastructure and available systems.
• Interactive Discussion: The EGI Quantum Roadmap (15 mins) – Open Floor
  -Brainstorming and exploring how infrastructure operators, developers, and domain scientists can prepare for hybrid classical-quantum workflows.

About the speakers

Dr. Attila Marosi is a senior computer scientist at SZTAKI in Hungary, with extensive experience in parallel systems, grid/cloud computing, and distributed architectures. Recognising the shift toward next-generation hardware, Attila’s recent work focuses deeply on tracking the capabilities and practical applications of contemporary Quantum Computing systems. He is involved in initiatives mapping QC architectures and helping translate emerging QC capabilities into practical requirements for modern research infrastructures from a computer science and systems engineering perspective.

Matthew Viljoen is the Service Delivery and Information Security Team Lead at EGI Foundation and has been delivering computing and data services to scientific research communities since 2003. Matthew started his career with software development and prior to joining EGI Foundation, Matthew was responsible for running the data archive for WLCG Tier 1 at STFC in the UK. Matthew also developed the data access and storage services for the Diamond Light Source national synchrotron facility of the UK. Since joining EGI Foundation in 2015, Matthew has been involved in multiple projects developing and delivering services, has been active in numerous RDA initiatives and has led the EGI Foundation Service Delivery and Information Security team since 2017. Matthew holds a BSc Honors degree in Mathematics and Physics from Oxford Brookes University in the UK and has FitSM, ISO/IEC 27001 and ITIL v3 certifications.