What happens when quantum technologies reshape science and industry as profoundly as AI has? The coming quantum decade could unlock new capabilities for managing highly complex systems—from climate and biological networks to secure communications. In this session, experts in quantum computing, communications, and sensing showcase cutting-edge applications and outline what it will take to move from prototypes to real-world deployment. This session was developed in partnership with GESDA and UNESCO.

Speakers

• Enrica Porcari, Chief Information Officer, CERN

• Elica Kyoseva, Director, Quantum Computing, NVIDIA Corporation

• John Martinis, Professor Emeritus, University of California

• Nathan Baker, Partner, Quantum Applications, Microsoft

• Amal Kasry, Chief of Section for Basic Sciences, Research Innovation and Engineering, UNESCO

• Barry Sanders, Scientific Director Quantum City University of Calgary