Are you curious about quantum computing and ready to take on a challenge?
Join us for an exciting Quantum Hackathon hosted by WACQT (Wallenberg Centre for Quantum Technology) and IBM - a unique opportunity for students to explore the power of quantum technologies, collaborate in teams, and solve real-world problems using IBM’s quantum tools.
Date: January 24-25, 2026
Location: Chalmers, Sven Hultins gata 8, 412 58 Göteborg
Who can join: Students wth skills in:
- Programming skills (python)
- Quantum computing basics (knowing gates )
- Some basic algorithmic understanding
Code of Conduct
This event is committed to ensuring the highest level of enjoyment, accessibility, and inclusivity by fostering an environment of respect, empathy, and compassion for all participants.
Attendee guide will published shortly.
Registration opens mid November, 2025.
Program | Jan 24 |
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09:00-09:30 Check in (music) 09:30-10:15 Welcome - Göran Johansson, WACQT Introduction to IBM Quantum service - Elmar Mitterreiter, IBM How to get access to IBM Quantum via WACQT - Pontus Vikstål 10:15-11:00 The challenge - Marcel Kossel, IBM 11:00-12:00 Team formation and guidelines 12:00-13:00 Lunch (music) 13:00 Start of the Hacking Phase 19:00 Dinner (music) 23:00 Closing for the evening | |
| Program | Jan 25 |
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08:00 Breakfast is served (music) 08:30 Hacking continues 12:00 Lunch (music) 13:30 End of Hacking Phase and start of the Judging Phase 13:30-14:30 Team presentations (5 mins per team) 14:40-15:30 Tour of Quantum Testbed Lab 15:30-16:30 Movie 16:30 Judges decisions & closing |
