Pasqal - International innovation challenge on Quantum AI
The global leader in neutral-atom quantum technologies Pasqal (https://www.pasqal.com/) is recruiting students for its Blaise Pascal Quantum Challenge. More information is available here: https://www.agorize.com/en/challenges/blaisepascalquantumchallenge2025?lang=en
The competition seeks solutions combining quantum and AI to address issues in one or more areas relevant to the sustainable development goals (SDGs), including:
- Health and Sustainable Food: Innovate to fight hunger, boost nutrition, and improve healthcare through sustainable agriculture and well-being solutions.
- Smart cities: Transform urban spaces with sustainable water management, smart infrastructure, and innovative urban planning for a better future.
- Sustainable Industries and Transport: Revolutionise industries with green processes, waste reduction, and eco-friendly transportation for a sustainable economy.
- Sustainable Energy: Create solutions for renewable energy, efficiency, and fair energy distribution to power the world sustainably.
- Climate and Biodiversity: Combat climate change, protect ecosystems, and promote biodiversity with impactful conservation and adaptation strategies.
Who is it for?
University students (+18 years old) or alumni who graduated less than 2 years before the current academic year.
What is needed to participate?
Students need to:
- register from this link: https://bit.ly/3VqS6lI (<2 minutes)
- create/join a team of 2-6 people on the platform
- submit a 4-slide deck (template available online) outlining their solution by Thursday 30 January 2025 23:55 pm GMT
What is the competition timeline?
- Announcement of 15 selected teams: 10 February 2025
- Online training session provided by Pasqal: 12-23 February 2025
- Online mentoring for the 15 selected teams: 24 February-9 March 2025
- Online final pitch event: 11 March 2025
- Winner announcement: 25 March 2025
What are the benefits?
- A €15,000 cash reward for the team in first place
- A €10,000 cash reward for the team in second place
- A €5,000 cash reward for the team in third place
- Exclusive masterclasses and training for skill development
- Mentorship provided by Pasqal executives
- Networking with industry professionals