Dr. Danial Motlagh, Xanadu
Title: A Renaissance in Materials Discovery
Abstract – Quantum computers have the potential to transform materials discovery for next-generation technologies from a slow and expensive trial and error process into a fast, cost-effective, simulation-driven endeavour. In this talk, I’ll share our vision for a quantum-accelerated materials discovery pipeline and the regimes we believe quantum computers can have the greatest impact in solving real-world problems. I’ll walk through our recent progress toward that goal by introducing our newly developed suite of quantum algorithms for studying functional properties of photoactive materials and our efforts in connecting them to real-world energy applications.
Bio – Danial Motlagh entered the field of quantum computing during his computer science studies at the University of Toronto. Ever since, he’s been dabbling in all things quantum, utilizing his expertise in algorithms to develop novel and more efficient quantum algorithms.
This is an in-person seminar. If you opt to join via zoom use Meeting ID 856 1085 4811, Passcode 739177