This National Science Foundation (NSF) Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CISE) Federal Grant Program (CFDA 47.070) award, worth $445,808, will support research at Michigan State University (MSU) to investigate and develop improved "catalysts" for adiabatic quantum computing (AQC). The project aims to elucidate the potential and limitations of such catalysts, which are designed to circumvent the difficulties faced by conventional AQC approaches in solving complex optimization problems. The research will apply statistical physics techniques to analyze the performance of proposed catalysts on spin-glass models, identify the underlying physical mechanisms, and use those insights to develop enhancements to the catalysts. This work has the potential to advance the field of quantum computing and its applications in industries ranging from logistics to finance and drug discovery. The award period runs from June 15, 2025, to May 31, 2028, and no sub-awards are planned.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
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| Not listed | $445.8k | 6/9/25 |