IBM Quantum Strategist champions Accessibility and Interdisciplinary Collaboration in Emerging Field
UNESCO’s declaration of 2025 as the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology arrives at a pivotal moment,coinciding with the 100th anniversary of a foundational paper in quantum mechanics. Leading the charge to make this complex field more accessible is Genya Crossman, a quantum strategy consultant at IBM in germany, who believes the power of quantum computing should be available to all, irrespective of their deep understanding of the underlying science.
Crossman coordinates and manages five working groups at IBM, focused on developing quantum-based solutions for pressing challenges in healthcare, materials science, high-energy physics, optimization, and sustainability. her work gained meaningful visibility at the sixth annual IEEE Quantum Week, held from August 31 to September 5 in Albuquerque, where IBM- and community-created working groups presented their research publicly for the first time. “We got great feedback and information about identifying common features across groups,” Crossman noted, adding that the event allowed attendees to see “real-life examples to understand how quantum computing applies to different scenarios and how it effectively works.”
The core of Crossman’s beliefs lies in bridging the gap between cutting-edge research and practical request. She emphasizes that utilizing quantum computers doesn’t require a Ph.D. in physics. “Anyone can use one,” she asserts, “and if you know programming languages like Python, you can code a quantum computer.” This democratization of access is crucial as the field rapidly evolves.
A Legacy of quantum Innovation at IBM
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