Uploaded April 2024 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
The development of quantum science and technology is one of the most highly anticipated technology advances taking place today. Quantum science describes the strange way that microscopic particles behave, but researchers are now finding ways to harness it to create powerful new computers, secure communication systems, and sensors that could soon directly impact our lives. The possible applications are endless: designing new medicines, improving banking security, mapping underground oil reserves, and much more.
Together with RAND Corporation, JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles explored questions such as: How might these technologies change our everyday lives? Which applications are American and Japanese researchers focusing on, and are there potential areas of cooperation? How are both nations' universities and private sectors advancing quantum science? What lessons can each side learn from the other's experiences?
Panel 1: Fundamental Research in Quantum Science
• Dr. Eric Hudson, Professor, University of California Los Angeles
• Dr. Prineha Narang, Professor in Physical Sciences, University of California Los Angeles
• Mr. Kazu Gomi, President and Chief Executive Officer, NTT Research Inc.
• Mr. Rikuto Fukumori, PhD candidate, California Institute of Technology
Panel 2 (This Video): Applied Quantum Technology
• Dr. Celia Merzbacher, Executive Director, Quantum Economic Development Consortium
• Dr. Akihisa Goban, Chief Technology Officer, Nanofiber Quantum Technologies
• Mr. Paul Lipman, Chief Commercial Officer, Infleqtion
Learn about the speakers on this event page: japanhousela.com/events/rand-harnessing-quantum-technology-for-the-benefit-of-society
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
● CONNECT WITH JAPAN HOUSE LOS ANGELES
JapanHouseLA.com | @JapanHouseLA
● SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER
japanhousela.com/happenings/newsletter
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The development of quantum science and technology is one of the most highly anticipated technology advances taking place today. Quantum science describes the strange way that microscopic particles behave, but researchers are now finding ways to harness it to create powerful new computers, secure communication systems, and sensors that could soon directly impact our lives. The possible applications are endless: designing new medicines, improving banking security, mapping underground oil reserves, and much more.
Together with RAND Corporation, JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles explored questions such as: How might these technologies change our everyday lives? Which applications are American and Japanese researchers focusing on, and are there potential areas of cooperation? How are both nations' universities and private sectors advancing quantum science? What lessons can each side learn from the other's experiences?
Panel 1: Fundamental Research in Quantum Science
• Dr. Eric Hudson, Professor, University of California Los Angeles
• Dr. Prineha Narang, Professor in Physical Sciences, University of California Los Angeles
• Mr. Kazu Gomi, President and Chief Executive Officer, NTT Research Inc.
• Mr. Rikuto Fukumori, PhD candidate, California Institute of Technology
Panel 2 (This Video): Applied Quantum Technology
• Dr. Celia Merzbacher, Executive Director, Quantum Economic Development Consortium
• Dr. Akihisa Goban, Chief Technology Officer, Nanofiber Quantum Technologies
• Mr. Paul Lipman, Chief Commercial Officer, Infleqtion
Learn about the speakers on this event page: japanhousela.com/events/rand-harnessing-quantum-technology-for-the-benefit-of-society
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
● CONNECT WITH JAPAN HOUSE LOS ANGELES
JapanHouseLA.com | @JapanHouseLA
● SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER
japanhousela.com/happenings/newsletter
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
