We are delighted to invite you to join us for a special Scientific Conference celebrating 10 years of QuSoft. This anniversary event brings together leading thinkers, researchers, and innovators in the field of quantum software to reflect on past achievements and look ahead to the breakthroughs that will shape the next decade. We look forward to welcoming you for a day of inspiring talks, scientific exchange, and community celebration.
General Information
- Date: Thursday, 9 April 2026
- Time: 09:00–17:00h, followed by drinks & networking
- Location: Turingzaal, Science Park Amsterdam
- Catering: Provided throughout the day
Program of the day
- 09:15 – 09:30 Registration
- 09:30 – 09:45 “10 years of Quantum Software Research: the past, present and future” by Kareljan Schoutens & Harry Buhrman (founders of QuSoft) and Christian Schaffner
- 09:45 – 10:30 Keynote talk by András Gilyén
- 10:30 – 11:00 Coffee break
- 11:00 – 11:45 Keynote talk by Tijs Karman
- 11:45 – 12:30 Keynote talk by Subhasree Patro
- 12:30 – 13:30 Lunch
- 13:30 – 15:15 Local short talks by QuSoft researchers
- Jonas Helsen
- Freek Witteveen
- Junqiao Lin
- Sarah Li
- Stacey Jeffery
- Arghavan Safavi Naini’s research group
- 15:15 – 15:45 Coffee break
- 15:45 – 16:30 Keynote talk by Laura Mančinska
- 16:30 – 18:00 Drinks and bites
Keynote Speakers
We are honoured to welcome four distinguished researchers whose work is shaping the landscape of quantum science:
Subhasree Patro
Subhasree Patro investigates the fine-grained structure of computational complexity in quantum settings. Her work pinpoints where quantum computers can outperform classical ones—and where they cannot—by analysing problems at a highly detailed level. These insights are essential for identifying meaningful quantum advantage and guiding the design of efficient quantum algorithms, supporting the goals of QuSoft.
András Gilyén
András Gilyén is a quantum computing researcher known for developing powerful algorithmic techniques, most notably quantum singular value transformation. His work provides versatile building blocks that underpin many modern quantum algorithms, significantly advancing how efficiently quantum computers can solve complex problems. This algorithmic perspective is central to the development of next-generation quantum software at QuSoft.
Laura Mančinska
Laura Mančinska explores the fundamental limits and possibilities of quantum technologies through her work in quantum information theory. Focusing on entanglement, self-testing, and computational complexity, she develops tools to rigorously characterise quantum systems and their behaviour. Her research strengthens the theoretical foundations needed to build reliable and verifiable quantum software, in line with the vision of QuSoft.
Tijs Karman
Tijs Karman is a theoretical physicist specialising in quantum dynamics and molecular control. His work focuses on understanding and steering complex quantum systems in realistic settings, with applications in quantum simulation and precision measurement. By bridging fundamental physics and practical control, his research contributes to making quantum technologies more robust and scalable—closely aligned with the mission of QuSoft.
Further programme details will be published here shortly. Please check back for updates.
Registration
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We look forward to celebrating this milestone with you!
The QuSoft Lustrum Team
