In this episode, Professor Johanna Weaver interviews Professor Michelle Simmons AO, world-leading quantum pioneer and Director of Sydney-based manufacturer Silicon Quantum Computing.
The pair discuss SQC’s breakthrough delivery of the world’s first atomic-scale integrated circuit, the opportunities for Australia in the global race for quantum progress, how Australia can maintain and build on its advantages, and much more.
Tech Mirror is recorded on Ngunnawal land. We acknowledge the traditional custodians of this land and pay our respect to elders past, present, and emerging.
This episode was produced by ANU Media. Special thanks to Ben Gowdie for research and post-production support.
Relevant links:
Australian Academy of Science on Quantum Computing: https://www.science.org.au/curious/technology-future/quantum-computing
Quantum Computing for the Determined:
https://michaelnielsen.org/blog/quantum-computing-for-the-determined/
Quantum Computation and Quantum Information by Michael A. Nielsen, Isaac L. Chuang: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/153910.Quantum_Computation_and_Quantum_Information
Michelle’s Piece in the Australian Financial Review: https://www.afr.com/technology/australia-s-cultural-levelling-mechanism-is-holding-back-our-science-20220701-p5ayhw
SQC on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/silicon-quantum-computing-pty-ltd/
SQC on Twitter: @silicon_quantum
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