Academia Sinica to Report on AI, Quantum Tech Development

Academia Sinica Director Chen Chien-jen is set to deliver his first report to the legislative Yuan's Education Committee, highlighting advancements in artificial intelligence and quantum technology. The report details plans for a dedicated 8-inch wafer production line for superconducting quantum chips, expected to begin chip production by the end of 2026. Furthermore, the third phase of the quantum technology experimental building is slated for completion by the end of 2027, which will house advanced quantum research equipment for national academic and research institutions.

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Facing the rapid development of AI, quantum technology, precision medicine, and net-zero technology globally, Academia Sinica will continue to support original and interdisciplinary research, deepen international cooperation, and respond to major challenges such as population aging, declining birth rates, energy transition, and global health with research results.

In response to rapid global developments in AI, quantum technology, precision medicine, and net-zero technologies, Academia Sinica is committed to supporting original and interdisciplinary research. The institute aims to deepen international cooperation and leverage research outcomes to tackle significant challenges such as an aging population, declining birth rates, energy transition, and global health. The AI promotion office, established last year, is fostering an AI ecosystem through five key areas: smart administration, talent cultivation, cross-disciplinary collaboration, innovative research, and risk governance. Initiatives like the "Researching AI in Humanities and Scientific Research Innovation Application" plan and the new SiliconMind project, focusing on large language models, are underway.

The report also emphasizes quantum technology as a key focus area. The southern campus is now operational, with researchers moving in. The quantum computing team recently unveiled a 20-qubit superconducting quantum computer and is developing the 8-inch wafer production line. To address the academic talent gap and strengthen Taiwan's scientific research capabilities, Academia Sinica has implemented a "three-person personnel initiative." This includes extending service for senior researchers up to age 70, increasing compensation to attract top international talent, and easing hiring quotas. Programs like the Academia Sinica Postdoctoral Fellowship and cross-university doctoral programs are also in place.

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The 8-inch wafer production line dedicated to superconducting quantum chips is expected to officially start chip production by the end of this year.

Academia Sinica is actively promoting the industrialization of research findings through initiatives like the National Biotechnology Research Park, biomedical translational research, and technology transfer. The institute also enhances the sharing of core research facilities, enabling universities and industries to utilize advanced research equipment and accelerate the application of research outcomes.

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The third phase of the quantum technology experimental building is expected to be completed by the end of next year and will be equipped with high-end quantum research instrument facilities for the use of the entire national academic and research community.