Access to quantum computing resources for researchers at Danish universities

Danish universities can apply.  

For universities, the following conditions apply:  

Professors, associate professors, and assistant professors can apply for themselves and also on behalf of post docs, PhDs and master’s thesis students.  

To promote the use of quantum resources in all scientific fields, DeiC has pre-reserved 10% of the offered resources for possible applications from the area of social sciences and humanities (SSH). If no qualified applications are received, the resources will be transferred to the overall pool. 

For sandbox access in Microsoft Azure Quantum via the simple online request form, you can apply for a resource quota ranging from 10.000 DKK to 25.000 DKK. 

If your project needs more credits, you can re-apply. 

For access to specific quantum hardware and corresponding hardware-specific simulators via one of the calls for quantum access, there is a pool of 11.000.000 DKK. 

First, you must fill out the request form for consulting with experts on quantum computing at DeiC. Then, we will respond to your request via e-mail to answer your questions and gather more information. Finally, if more in-depth follow-up is necessary, we will set up a virtual meeting on Zoom. 

We can enter into a dialogue about a wide range of topics, from which areas of your project quantum computing might impact to comparing the various quantum computing hardware providers and quantum simulators. We can direct you to a plethora of resources on the various libraries and programming languages used in the quantum software development and help you better understand the process of transpiling, testing, and optimizing implementations of quantum algorithms. 

This is a complex question that depends on each user's specific needs. Microsoft Azure Quantum offers access to a diverse range of quantum hardware providers, each utilizing distinct technologies with its own advantages. Determining the "best" provider depends on specific requirements, such as qubit and gate count, error rates and fidelity required by a given algorithm or application. Additionally, it is crucial to consider compatibility with programming languages and libraries to ensure seamless integration and development. 

While we cannot tell you exactly which provider is best for your project, we can help you evaluate the pros and cons of each provider in relation to your project. In addition, we can help you think through questions ranging from compatibility to quota usage and direct you towards the right documentation and resources. Ultimately, our goal is for you to be able to make a well-informed decision. 

Microsoft Azure Quantum offers access to various quantum hardware providers and simulators, each with distinct pricing models, which might depend on the number of operations and shots in a job or purely job execution time on the quantum processor, etc. For a more detailed breakdown with specific numbers see the pricing plans for Azure Quantum providers.