Yonsei University Showcases Quantum Computing Achievements at Quantum Korea 2026

Yonsei University's Quantum Business Group (Director Jeong Jae-ho) participated in 'Quantum Korea 2026,' South Korea's largest quantum science and technology event, held at Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) from July 2-4. The group operated an exhibition booth showcasing their quantum computing research achievements, educational programs, and industry-academia collaboration activities.

During the event, approximately 300 participants from industry, academia, and research, along with students and general visitors, showed keen interest in Yonsei's quantum computing technology and research status. Visitors learned about the university's quantum computing support programs, graduate degree courses, and non-degree educational programs. They also viewed a scale model of IBM's quantum computer (IBM QS1) installed at Yonsei International Campus.

The exhibition highlighted Yonsei's progress in quantum research and infrastructure development. Notably, the university presented its 'Quantum-Centric Supercomputing' research, which links IBM's quantum computer with Japan's RIKEN supercomputer 'Fugaku.' This initiative outlines a future direction for next-generation hybrid computing by combining quantum computers and ultra-high-performance supercomputers. Plans for upgrading Yonsei's IBM quantum computer from the 127-qubit Eagle processor to the next-generation Nighthawk processor were also introduced, promising enhanced performance and research capabilities.

Furthermore, the university showcased research achievements in the bio-field utilizing quantum computing, specifically the 'Development of Next-Generation Intractable Cancer Treatments through a Quantum-Based Parallel Drug Discovery Platform.' This project, part of the Korean ARPA-H project, demonstrated the potential of quantum computing in drug discovery and its future applications in medicine. The 'Q-Bridge' platform, a user-friendly tool developed by the Quantum Business Group for expanding the quantum ecosystem, was also presented. This platform integrates data, algorithms, and computing resources to support the entire process of solving industrial problems. A partnership program was introduced, enabling joint research between Yonsei researchers and companies to verify the applicability of quantum technology by solving industrial problems through Proof of Concept (PoC).

Yonsei University also provided a comprehensive overview of its quantum talent development system, including the Graduate Department of Quantum Information, and its R&D, education, and industry-academia cooperation projects. The university aims to lead the advancement of the domestic quantum technology sector. On the opening day of Quantum Korea 2026, Yonsei's student team 'QOSDAQ' won the Grand Prize (Minister of Science and ICT Award) at the '2026 Quantum Information Competition,' further proving their research capabilities and success in nurturing quantum talent.

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Through our participation in Quantum Korea 2026, we were able to widely introduce Yonsei's research achievements and educational programs to industry, academia, research, and the general public. Moving forward, we will continue to expand R&D, talent cultivation, and industry cooperation based on our world-class quantum research infrastructure, leading the development of the domestic quantum ecosystem.