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SUMMARY:Quantum Webinar Series - March 27\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Ecosystem for Research Networking and the Northeast Big Data Innovation Hub(NEBDHub) have partnered to host a series ofwebinars focusing on Quantum Computing. This Dynamic series will convene leading researchers\, industry innovators\, and educators toexplore the evolving frontiers of quantum science and technology. These virtual events are designed for learners\, educatorsresearchers\, and professionals. Each interactive session will span topics from foundational principles to cutting edge real-worldapplication\, bridging disciplines and sparking discovery. \n\n\n\n\n\nPathways to Hybrid Quantum and High-Performance Computing\n\n\n\nQuantum computing promises to transform how we approach some of the most challenging computational problems\, from molecular simulation to complex optimization. This talk introduces the core ideas of quantum information science at a high level and explains how they enable new computational models based on qubits\, gates\, and quantum circuits. We then explore key quantum algorithms\, emerging application domains\, and the current state of quantum hardware in the noisy intermediate-scale quantum (NISQ) era. Finally\, the talk discusses how quantum processors are likely to integrate with high-performance computing systems as specialized processing units\, highlighting the importance of hybrid quantum–classical workflows and the opportunities this emerging paradigm presents for research and cyberinfrastructure. \n\n\n\n\nDr. Bruno Abreu – Deputy Scientific Director Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nPresentation \n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nDr. Bruno Abru is the Deputy Scientific Director at the Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center\, Carnegie Mellon University\, where he leads quantum computing research and systems design. With a background in condensed matter physics and years of experience in the advanced cyberinfrastructure community\, he is excited to connect researchers with PSC computing and data resources that enable groundbreaking discoveries and innovation.
URL:https://ern.ci/event/quantum-webinar-series-march-27-2026/
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SUMMARY:The Ecosystem for Research Networking Summit 2026
DESCRIPTION:THIS IS A FREE VIRTUAL EVENT\n\n\n\nBeyond Resources: Integrating AI\, Quantum\, and the Workforce of the Future\n\n\n\nJoin us for the virtual Ecosystem for Research Networking (ERN) Summit 2026 on April 22 from 12:00–5:00 PM ET as we explore this year’s theme: Beyond Resources: Integrating AI\, Quantum\, and the Workforce of the Future.  This free national conference\, focused on the transformative impacts AI and Quantum are having on academia and industry\, brings together researchers\, educators\, cyberinfrastructure professionals\, industry partners\, and government leaders from both R1 and non-R1 institutions for an afternoon of forward-looking discussion and practical insight. \n\n\n\nWednesday\, April 22 – 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM ET   \n\n\n\n\nFull Agenda and Registration\n\n\n\n\nERN Summit 2026 Agenda\n\n\n\n12:00 – 12:15   Welcome and Opening RemarksBarr von Oehsen\, Ph.D.\, Director Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center \n\n\n\n12:15 – 1:15      Keynote  “Heterogeneous Quantum–Classical Computing: Scaling Through Integration”Masoud Mohseni\, Ph.D.\, Senior Distinguished Technologist\, Director of HPE Quantum\, Hewlett Packard Labs \n\n\n\n\n\n1:15 – 2:15       Panel 1: Building Sustainable Advanced Technologies: Industry\, Academic\, and National Lab Collaborations  \n\n\n\nExplore how industry\, universities\, national labs\, and startups are partnering to accelerate AI and quantum innovation while building experiential workforce pathways. \n\n\n\n\n\n2:15 -3:15     Panel 2: Democratizing Access: National Resources and Regional InitiativesThe panel examines national platforms and regional ecosystems that are expanding equitable access to the advanced infrastructure required by advanced technologies. Panelists will discuss federated models\, hybrid workflows\, and collaborative frameworks that enable broader participation in research and education \n\n\n\n3:15 – 4:15     Panel 3:  Research Data Management in the AI EraThe panel will discuss how governance\, metadata standards\, compliance\, and secure data stewardship underpin reproducible advanced research and drive demand for new data management competencies. \n\n\n\n4:15 – 4:45     Open Discussion and Collaboration \n\n\n\n4:45 – 5:00     Closing Remarks
URL:https://ern.ci/event/the-ecosystem-for-research-networking-summit-2026/
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SUMMARY:Quantum Webinar Series - May 15\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Ecosystem for Research Networking and the Northeast Big Data Innovation Hub(NEBDHub) have partnered to host a series of webinars focusing on Quantum Computing. This Dynamic series will convene leading researchers\, industry innovators\, and educators to explore the evolving frontiers of quantum science and technology. These virtual events are designed for learners\, educators researchers\, and professionals. Each interactive session will span topics from foundational principles to cutting edge real-world application\, bridging disciplines and sparking discovery. \n\n\n\n\n\nApplied Quantum AI in the NISQ Era to Address Real World Problems\n\n\n\nMachine learning and artificial intelligence are often cited as application areas likely to benefit from quantum computing\, but the timeline for realizing practical advantage remains an open question. Must meaningful quantum utility in machine learning wait for fault-tolerant hardware\, or can it be explored in the current NISQ (Noisy Intermediate Scale Quantum) era? \n\n\n\nThis talk introduces quantum computing and the state of quantum machine learning (QML) from an applied research perspective\, focusing on how quantum utility is being defined and evaluated. Drawing on ongoing work at SAS\, representative QML techniques and hybrid quantum-classical workflows that are being investigated against real-world\, customer-motivated problems will be discussed. The discussion centers on how QML methods are benchmarked against classical approaches\, which problem types show early promise\, and how hybrid quantum-classical techniques are being applied in practice. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nBill Wistosky – Principal Quantum Systems Architect for Research and Development at SAS \n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nBill Wisotsky began his academic career at SUNY Albany\, graduating in 1994. While pursuing a Ph.D. in Behavioral Neuroscience at CUNY\, he conducted biophysics research on neural pathways in the human visual system using visual evoked potentials. It was during this time\, while studying photon absorption in the retina\, that he first encountered the principles of quantum physics. Concepts like superposition and entanglement\, initially explored out of necessity\, quickly sparked a deep and lasting fascination. \n\n\n\nThis curiosity evolved into a passion as Bill delved into the emerging field of quantum computing. He immersed himself in the theoretical foundations and practical applications of quantum mechanics in computation\, laying the groundwork for what would become a defining focus of his career. \n\n\n\nBill has been with SAS since 2002 as part of US Professional Services. Throughout this tenure\, Bill continued to nurture his interest in quantum technologies. He actively pursued coursework\, attended seminars\, and experimented with various quantum environments. His hands-on exploration led to the development of several small-scale proofs of concept\, that ultimately catalyzed the launch of the Applied Quantum AI Initiative at SAS. Today\, Bill serves as the Principal Quantum Systems Architect in the Applied Architecture and Technology Practice of Research and Development\, leading efforts to integrate quantum computing into real-world business solutions.
URL:https://ern.ci/event/quantum-webinar-series-may-15-2026/
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