Quarks and qubits: how quantum computing could transform particle physics

Particle and nuclear Particle and nuclear Podcasts Quarks and qubits: how quantum computing could transform particle physics 23 Jul 2026 Hamish Johnston Simulating quantum systems is something that classical computers struggle with. Not surprisingly, quantum computers are expected to do a much better job – particularly when a quantum-computer’s architecture is designed to solve a specific type of physics problem. My guest in this episode of the Physics World Weekly podcast is Ross Jenkinson of the UK’s University of Manchester. He talks about the challenges and rewards of using quantum computers in particle physics – a field where classical supercomputers can struggle to simulate simple systems. We also explore how quantum information theory is being combined with Einstein’s general theory of relativity to shed light on the nature of space and time. This podcast is supported by American Elements, the world’s leading manufacturer of engineered and advanced materials. The company’s ability to scale laboratory breakthroughs to industrial production has contributed to many of the most significant technological advancements since 1990 – including LED lighting, smartphones, and electric vehicles. Want to read more? Registration is free, quick and easy Note: The verification e-mail to complete your account registration should arrive immediately. However, in some cases it takes longer. Don't forget to check your spam folder. If you haven't received the e-mail in 24 hours, please contact customerservices@ioppublishing.org. E-mail Address Register Hamish Johnston is an online editor of Physics World Back to Particle and nuclear Physics World Particle & Nuclear Briefing Read our free digital issue of the Physics World Particle & Nuclear Briefing today. Read previous Large physics models boost the performance of passenger cars Artificial intelligence Podcasts Discover more from Physics World History Blog John Bell and the most obscure journal in physics Nuclear fusion News Private investment in fusion firms jumps by $4.5bn Quantum optics Research update Structured light could deliver a new method for diagnosing eye disease Related jobs Czech Republic | ELI Beamlines Employer profile Berkshire | AWE Materials and Analytical Scientist Taiwan | Research Center for Applied Sciences, Academia Sinica Assistant Research Fellow Related events Particle and nuclear | Workshop 26th Hellenic School and Workshops on Elementary Particle Physics and Gravity 19 April — 21 September 2026 | Corfu, Greece Particle and nuclear | Symposium World Nuclear Symposium 2026 9—11 September 2026 | London, UK Particle and nuclear | Forum NuFor: Nuclear Forensics 2026 13—15 October 2026 | Liverpool, UK Copyright © 2026 by IOP Publishing Ltd and individual contributors