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PhD position in Linz, Austria.
by Daniel Manzano 18 Feb '26

18 Feb '26

his PhD position at the Department for Quantum Computing at Johannes Kepler University Linz, Austria, is part of the consortium “Machine Learning for Quantum Experiments (ML4Q)” within the FWF Cluster of Excellence “Quantum Science Austria / quantA”. The consortium consists of researchers at JKU Linz (Johannes Kofler & Richard Kueng) and at TU Wien (Jörg Schmiedmayer). See attached file. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Daniel Manzano Quantum Thermodynamics and Computation Group University of Granada Facultad de Ciencias, Av. Fuentenueva s/n Granada 18071, Spain Phone: +34 958241000 Ext: 20569 https://ic1.ugr.es/members/dmanzano/

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Q-lloquium: Como tomarse en serio al gato de Schrödinger: el multiverso cuántico
by - -- 16 Feb '26

16 Feb '26

Desde el Grupo de Termodinámica y Computación Cuántica y el Instituto Carlos I de Física Teórica y Computacional les invitamos al siguiente Q-lloquium. En esta serie de seminarios expertos locales e invitados discuten los principales conceptos y avances del campo. El nivel es accesible para el público general, incluyendo estudiantes e investigadores de otros campos. Título: Como tomarse en serio al gato de Schrödinger: el multiverso cuántico Ponente: Profesor. Manuel Pérez-Victoria. Departamento de Física Teórica y del Cosmos, UGR. Fecha y hora: Viernes 27 de Febrero. 12:00 Lugar: Aula F2. Facultad de Ciencias. Si quieren estar informados de las actividades de nuestro grupo pueden suscribirse a nuestra lista de correo: https://onsager.ugr.es/mailman3/mailman3/lists/qtcg-info.onsager.ugr.es/ O consultar nuestra página web: https://ic1.ugr.es/members/qtc/ Atentamente, Daniel Manzano ————————————————————— Quantum Thermodynamics and Computation Group University of Granada https://ic1.ugr.es/members/qtc/

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Taller de Computación Cuántica
by Daniel Manzano 13 Feb '26

13 Feb '26

Estimada comunidad universitaria. El próximo 23 de febrero de 2026 tendrá lugar en la Facultad de Ciencias (Aula A16, Aulario A) la primera jornada de Perfil Técnico del programa Ambassador sobre Computación Cuántica, organizado por la ADA (Agencia Digital de Andalucía). En esta primera sesión hablaremos de qué es la computación cuántica con una breve introducción matemática, y después los asistentes podrán programar y ejecutar su primer circuito cuántico. ???? Fecha: 23/02/2026 ???? Horario: 17:15 – 20:15 ???? Lugar: Aula A16, Facultad de Ciencias Agenda 17:15 – Presentación del ciclo 17:30 – Introducción a la Computación Cuántica 19:00 – Ejercicios prácticos 20:00 – Cierre de sesión La sesión está orientada a estudiantes de grado, máster y doctorado interesados en iniciarse en el ámbito de la computación cuántica, así como a cualquier persona con inquietud en tecnologías emergentes. ???? Formulario de inscripción: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc7Bv9FEex7t7MqLr9ydGqPh3ppFlqi321… Esperamos que sea de vuestro interés y contamos con vuestra participación. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Daniel Manzano Quantum Thermodynamics and Computation Group University of Granada Facultad de Ciencias, Av. Fuentenueva s/n Granada 18071, Spain Phone: +34 958241000 Ext: 20569 https://ic1.ugr.es/members/dmanzano/

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Seminar: Quantum simulation of lattice gauge theories with Rydberg atom arrays
by Daniel Manzano 13 Feb '26

13 Feb '26

Interesting seminar: Speaker: Daniel González-Cuadra, IFT Title: Quantum simulation of lattice gauge theories with Rydberg atom arrays Place: Seminar Room (Edificio Mecenas) Date:17/02/2026 Time (24h):11:00 Abstract: Lattice gauge theories (LGTs) describe a broad range of phenomena in condensed matter and particle physics. A prominent example is confinement, responsible for bounding quarks inside hadrons such as protons or neutrons. When quark-antiquark pairs are separated, the energy stored in the string of gluon fields connecting them grows linearly with their distance, until there is enough energy to create new pairs from the vacuum and break the string. While such phenomena are ubiquitous in LGTs and play a prominent role in particle-physics experiments, simulating the resulting dynamics is a challenging task. In this talk, I will report the observation of string breaking using a programmable quantum simulator based on neutral atom arrays [Nature 642, 321–326 (2025)]. I will first show how a (2+1)D LGT with dynamical matter can be efficiently encoded using a system of Rydberg atoms, where a U(1) gauge symmetry emerges from the Rydberg blockade mechanism, while long-range Rydberg interactions naturally give rise to a linear confining potential between pairs of charges. In the experiment, we probe string breaking in equilibrium by adiabatically preparing the ground state of the atom array in the presence of defects, distinguishing regions within the confined phase dominated by fluctuating strings or by broken string configurations. Finally, by harnessing local control over the atomic detuning, we quench string states and observe string breaking dynamics exhibiting a many-body resonance phenomenon. As an outlook, I will present a roadmap to further explore phenomena in high-energy physics using programmable quantum simulators https://ftae.ugr.es/index.php/pages/event/seminar/433 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Daniel Manzano Quantum Thermodynamics and Computation Group University of Granada Facultad de Ciencias, Av. Fuentenueva s/n Granada 18071, Spain Phone: +34 958241000 Ext: 20569 https://ic1.ugr.es/members/dmanzano/

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Fwd: [qipc.spain] Fwd: PhD scholarships available in the theory of quantum gases at University of Queensland, Australia
by Daniel Manzano 11 Feb '26

11 Feb '26

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Fwd: Spring School Penteqost2026
by Michalis Skotiniotis 11 Feb '26

11 Feb '26

Nice Summer School in Siegen. > Begin forwarded message: > > From: Giulio Gasbarri <giulio.gasbarri(a)gmail.com> > Subject: Spring School Penteqost2026 > Date: 11 February 2026 at 13:34:20 CET > To: undisclosed-recipients:; > > Dear Colleagues, > > We are pleased to invite students to PenteQost-26, the spring school on Quantum Science, taking place from 22–26 May 2026 at the University of Siegen, Germany. > > This international and interdisciplinary school is designed primarily for undergraduate students interested in the fundamentals of quantum science, with expert-led lectures and interactive sessions. Planned lecture themes include: > > Open Quantum Systems and Foundations of Quantum Mechanics > > Optimization and Mathematical Methods in Quantum Science > > Bell Inequalities and Non-classical Correlations > > Trapped-Ion Quantum Systems and Experimental Platforms > > Confirmed Speakers: > We are honored to welcome: > > Alessandra Colla (University of Freiburg) > María García Díaz (Universidad Politécnica de Madrid / MathQI, Universidad Complutense de Madrid) > Matthias Kleinmann (University of Münster) > Patrick Huber (University of Siegen) > The school is open to students in physics, mathematics, computer science, electrical engineering, and related fields. Graduate students interested in introductory quantum science topics are also welcome. > ???? Dates: 22–26 May 2026 > ???? Registration Deadline: 02 May 2026, 23:59 (Berlin time) > ???? Financial Support: Available for selected students > ???? Location: University of Siegen, Germany > We would appreciate your help in sharing this opportunity with students and colleagues. > > ???? More details & registration: https://indico.physik.uni-siegen.de/event/853/ <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://indico.physik.uni-siegen.de/event/853/_…> > ???? Contact: penteqost(a)physik.uni-siegen.de <mailto:penteqost@physik.uni-siegen.de> > We look forward to welcoming participants to an engaging and insightful week in quantum science. > > Best regards, > The PenteQost-26 Organizing Team > University of Siegen > > >

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Recordatorio de seminario: Thermodynamically consistent master equation in a low density gas with internal structure
by Michalis Skotiniotis 07 Feb '26

07 Feb '26

Desde el Grupo de Termodinámica y Computación Cuántica (QTCG) de la Universidad de Granada les invitamos al siguiente seminaro. ————————————————————— Date and time: Thursday, February 12. 12:00. Place: Aula de Física Computacional. Área de Física de la Materia (Planta baja del edificio de Física). Facultad de Ciencias. Title: Thermodynamically consistent master equation in a low density gas with internal structure Speaker: Giulio Gasbarri, University of Siegen Abstract: We present a thermodynamically consistent master equation for a quantum system interacting with a dilute gas whose particles possess internal degrees of freedom. Starting from microscopic scattering theory, the framework captures both elastic and inelastic collisions and guarantees detailed balance when the gas is in thermal equilibrium. When the motional and internal states of the gas are thermalised at different temperatures, the resulting dynamics describe a structured non-equilibrium reservoir that can exchange both heat and work with the system. ————————————————————— Les recordamos que para estar informados de las actividades de nuestro grupo pueden suscribirse a nuestra lista de correo: https://onsager.ugr.es/mailman3/mailman3/lists/qtcg-info.onsager.ugr.es/ Atentamente,

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Trabajo en Málaga
by Daniel Manzano 06 Feb '26

06 Feb '26

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/lsjavier_convocatoria-proyecto-quantum-spain… Sent from my iPhone

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Fwd: Sobre garantía juvenil
by Daniel Manzano 04 Feb '26

04 Feb '26

Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: > From: danielrodriguez <danielrodriguez(a)ugr.es> > Date: 4 February 2026 at 21:26:12 CET > To: Daniel Manzano <manzano(a)onsager.ugr.es>, Pablo Hurtado Fernández <phurtado(a)onsager.ugr.es> > Subject: Sobre garantía juvenil > > > Hola Dani, hola Pablo > > Os envío este correo por lo que os he comentado de los dos contratos de empleo juvenil para el Laboratorio de Trampas de Iones y Láseres por si conocéis a personas que pudiesen estar interesadas. Toda la información está en el enlace > > https://www.ugr.es/destacado/destacado/empleo-juvenil > > Los contratos para el laboratorio son los números 10003 y 10004 del anexo I. > > El plazo de presentación de solicitudes es desde el 2 de febrero hasta las 14:59 horas del 20 de febrero de 2026. > > > Gracias > > Saludos > Daniel

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Fwd: [qipc.spain] Three postdoctoral positions on "Machine Learning for Quantum Simulations with Rydberg Atoms "
by Daniel Manzano 27 Jan '26

27 Jan '26

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Daniel Manzano Quantum Thermodynamics and Computation Group University of Granada Facultad de Ciencias, Av. Fuentenueva s/n Granada 18071, Spain Phone: +34 958241000 Ext: 20569 https://ic1.ugr.es/members/dmanzano/ > Begin forwarded message: > > From: JOSE MIGUEL ALONSO PRUNEDA <mpruneda(a)cinn.es> > Subject: [qipc.spain] Three postdoctoral positions on "Machine Learning for Quantum Simulations with Rydberg Atoms " > Date: 27. January 2026 at 12:30:55 CET > To: qipc.spain(a)listas.csic.es > Reply-To: JOSE MIGUEL ALONSO PRUNEDA <mpruneda(a)cinn.es> > > > Job description > > Company Description > > The Spanish National Research Council (Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Científicas-CSIC) is the largest public research organization in Spain, encompassing 124 research centers. As a government agency, CSIC is dedicated to both basic and applied scientific research across various disciplines. It plays a key role in driving innovation and addressing societal challenges through groundbreaking research and international collaborations. CSIC fosters an environment of excellence and is committed to supporting researchers in advancing scientific knowledge. > > Role Description > > Artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum technologies are among the most transformative areas of frontier research and development in science and engineering today. Their convergence has the potential to redefine how we simulate, optimize, and understand complex physical systems. Integrating AI into quantum computers and simulators can help overcome current hardware constraints, improve system control, and unlock new modes of problem-solving that surpass classical approaches. > > The ML-QSIM project is built upon a robust multi-node and multi-regional structure, encompassing four complementary research groups located in Asturias (CINN), Aragón (INMA), Catalunya (CVC), and Madrid (ICMM), and aims to develop AI-driven methodologies for quantum simulations and computation based on neutral atom platforms, exploring both theoretical and experimental domains. Research will span quantum control, quantum-enhanced machine learning, and hybrid quantum-classical computation, interfacing closely with cold-atom experiments under construction at CINN. Our goal is to create robust AI tools that enhance quantum performance, contribute to the emerging ecosystem of quantum technologies in Spain and the EU, and position our consortium at the intersection of quantum physics, computer science, and artificial intelligence. > > > We are seeking three highly motivated postdoctoral researchers to join the team. Each position will address a complementary research area within the project: > > 1. Quantum Control and Reinforcement Learning (CINN, Asturias) > > * Develop AI-driven control strategies based on reinforcement learning to optimize cooling and trapping parameters using real-time feedback for the Rydberg atom experimental platform. > * Enhance holographic methods for optical tweezers with generative models and closed-loop optimization. > * Benchmark AI-assisted methods against classical control approaches and assess scalability and robustness under realistic noise conditions. > > 2. Neural Ansätze for Quantum Simulations (INMA, Zaragoza) > > * Build and maintain software infrastructure for modeling quantum systems with machine learning tools. > * Investigate neural-network-based representations of many-body quantum states (variational ansätze), symmetries, and thermal or dynamical properties. > * Bridge the gap between simulations and experiments by connecting with the neutral atom platform developed at CINN. > > 3. Quantum Machine Learning and Quantum Optimization (ICMM, Madrid) > > * Develop theoretical frameworks for qudit-based quantum neural networks and quantum active learning (QAL). > * Investigate hybrid quantum-classical pipelines, quantum compilation techniques, and noise-aware algorithms for Rydberg architectures. > * Apply quantum optimization to real-world problems such as logistics, scheduling, and portfolio allocation, comparing performance with classical methods. > > > Qualifications: > > + PhD in Physics, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or related fields. > + Strong background in at least one of the following: machine learning, quantum computing, control theory, computer vision, or numerical simulations. > + Experience with Python-based scientific programming > + Excellent problem-solving skills, > + Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment and communicate across different scientific cultures. > + Fluency in English. > > > What We Offer: > > + Competitive salary and contract terms following institutional and national regulations for up to three years. > + A vibrant, interdisciplinary research environment in collaboration with leading Spanish quantum technology centers. > + Access to quantum simulation platforms, HPC resources, and experimental facilities. > + Opportunities to contribute to EU-funded research initiatives and international collaborations. > + A commitment to open science, including software, data, and collaboration tools. > > > How to Apply : > > Please send the following materials to mlqsim2025(a)gmail.com by 28/02/2026 > > + A cover letter indicating which position(s) you are applying for and your research interests > + Curriculum vitae including publication list and (if available) access to contributed software repositories (github/gitlab) > + Names and contact information of two references > > > Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until all positions are filled. More details of the hiring process will be given to pre-screened candidates. > -- > --- > Miguel Alonso Pruneda > CSIC Tenured Scientist (CT) @ CINN > https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.researcherid.com/rid/A-4077-2008__;!… ; > https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://scholar.google.es/citations?hl=en&user=… ; >

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