Integrating Quantum Computing with AI and High-Performance Computing Systems

This funding opportunity supports research to identify and resolve critical technical barriers in integrating quantum computers with classical artificial intelligence and high-performance computing (HPC) systems. The program aims to advance UK capabilities in quantum computing by developing solutions that enable quantum computers to work seamlessly within existing computational workflows. Successful projects will demonstrate how quantum systems can deliver practical advantages beyond what classical supercomputers can achieve, with applications across key UK economic sectors such as finance, pharmaceuticals, materials science, and optimization. Suppliers and research organizations are encouraged to propose innovative approaches to quantum-classical integration that address interoperability, data handling, algorithm optimization, and workflow management challenges.