August 6, 2024
Columbia, SC - ANNOUNCING THE SOUTHEAST'S FIRST QUANTUM HACKATHON: SC QUANTATHON V1
THURSDAY PM, OCT 10: Arrival + Meetup
FRIDAY + SATURDAY, OCT 11-12: Quantathon V1
SUNDAY AM, OCT 13: Awards + Departure
SC Quantum and the Darla Moore School of Business at the University of South Carolina are presenting the inaugural Quantathon V1, powered by qBraid, giving college students from around the Southeast 48 hours of quantum problem-solving. The Quantathon will allow students from all backgrounds to collaborate, innovate, and create solutions for today's pressing challenges and will include student teams from colleges and universities across the Southeast.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: AUG 18
Graduate and undergraduate teams and individual students are invited to apply today. Rolling admissions with reviews beginning mid-July. All admissions will be finalized by SEP 1.
GRAND PRIZE
All expenses paid to attend the 2025 Annual NYUAD International Hackathon for Social Good focusing on Quantum Computing in Abu Dhabi, UAE! Join renowned international computer science and engineering professors, founders of successful startups, technology professionals, and venture capitalists in a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
CHALLENGES
This year's challenges span industry and application, providing robust opportunities for students to flex their creativity, intellect, and knowledge:
IonQ CHALLENGE: This challenge entails a series of quantum machine learning problems. The challenge is designed to be open-ended, encouraging students to develop creative solutions and test their skills. The challenge is sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina, who will be offering internships to eligible members of the winning team.
Xanadu CHALLENGE: This challenge is focused on quantum chemistry problems. Using PennyLane, students will be tested on their ability to develop efficient, scalable solutions to a quantum chemistry problems and applications. The challenge is sponsored by Accelerise, who will be offering internships to eligible members of the winning team.
DoraHacks CHALLENGE: This challenge is focused on encryption. Using IBM Qiskit and QPUs, students will solve quantum random number generation problems and develop potential real-world applications. DoraHacks will offer up to three (3) internships to members of the winning team.
STUDENTS HAVE ACCESS TO A FREE 4-WEEK QUANTUM BOOTCAMP TO GET READY
The qBraid and IonQ Bootcamp will provide a hands-on intro to quantum mechanics, principles, and software. You'll be equipped with knowledge of circuit models and prepped in algorithms applicable to the Quantathon challenges. It's your starter kit for an immersive, challenging, and successful experience. More details follow your admission.
THE QUANTATHON V1 EXPERIENCE
Experience hands-on opportunities and access to quantum computers and technology to solve complex problems across multiple disciplines, creating a community of future thinkers and visionaries.
NETWORKING: Connect with like-minded individuals, industry experts, and potential employers from leading tech companies.
SKILL ENHANCEMENT: Sharpen technical skills, learn new programming languages, and gain hands-on experience with the latest quantum technologies.
IMPACTFUL SOLUTIONS: Make a real difference by tackling real-world problems and developing solutions that regional industry partners can implement.
MORE INFORMATION
A limited amount of travel scholarships are available, sponsored by Unitary Fund. For more information about Quantathon V1, contact klevkoff@scquantum.org or visit: https://scquantum.org/scquantathon-v1
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About SC Quantum:
South Carolina Quantum (SC Quantum), a 501(c)(3), was established in 2022 in Columbia, South Carolina to champion the bold advancement of quantum talent and technologies in South Carolina. SC Quantum promotes
collaboration among academia, entrepreneurs, industry, and government and to inspire discoveries that transform South Carolina’s economy. After a $15 million grant from the state of South Carolina in 2023, SC Quantum quickly grew interest from global technology partners interested in engaging with students and academics across the state.