Abstract¶
Quantum compilation is the process of translating a quantum algorithm into an executable sequence of operations on real hardware, subject to constraints of qubit connectivity, gate sets, noise, error mitigation and error correction. This seminar offers a broad, research-oriented introduction to the quantum compilation stack, moving from foundational compiler concepts to current state of the art in compilation techniques.
Topics covered include circuit synthesis and unitary decomposition, qubit mapping and routing, gate scheduling and circuit depth optimisation, and noise-aware compilation techniques, before turning to machine-learning-assisted compilation. As a teaser we provide a short introduction to the basic of quantum error correction and fault-tolerant quantum computing eventually closing the seminar with circuit cutting and compilation strategies for distributed quantum computing.
A research-oriented seminar on how a quantum algorithm becomes an executable sequence of operations on real hardware, from circuit synthesis to error-corrected and distributed machines.
Offered at the Chair for Theoretical Physics (Prof. Dr. Michael Hartmann), in the winter semester 2026/27. Instructor: Abhishek Dubey.
What you will do¶
Each week combines three kinds of work:
Instructor-led sessions introduce a curated topic through a few key papers or established tools, followed by an open discussion.
A discussion session with the instructor, where you talk through the paper or topic you want to present, including questions, knowledge gaps, and feedback.
Student presentations on an assigned or self-chosen topic, followed by discussion and feedback.
See the schedule for the weekly plan and the syllabus for the different topics.
Who it is for¶
The seminar is open to all interested students. A working knowledge of quantum computing fundamentals is recommended. No prior background in quantum error correction is assumed.
At a glance¶
Term: winter semester 2026/27. 19 October - 21 December 2026
Format: remote, see logistics
Assessment: participation only, no grading
ECTS credits: TBD
FAU Campo listing: TBD