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Living in a Quantum State

What exactly is quantum computing and how will it impact our everyday lives?

In 2022, 'Living in a Quantum State' engaged global audiences in conversations about important ethical and ecological questions around the impact of quantum technologies. The project showcased the work of pioneering artists in Berlin, London and Dublin and laid the foundations for a new international artist-in-residence programme: 'Studio Quantum'. 

Studio Quantum is designed to explore emerging quantum technologies through the lens of art and will launch in late 2023.

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QUANTUM ON DEMAND

Dreaming Quantum Futures
Goethe-Institut | Photo: Pau Ros
Event recording
 Dreaming Quantum Futures

What futures are possible when quantum physics and the unconscious come together? Watch the conversation between visionary artist, Suzanne Treister and theoretical physicist, Alessandra Gnecchi, exploring the relationship between quantum physics, emerging quantum technologies, alternative belief systems and potential futures for earthly and interplanetary life. 

Part of "Troubling Quantum" series.

The Space Between Teaser
(c) Liu Yue
Event recording
 Quantum Nature, Holism and the Space Between

Exploring how the indeterminacy of quantum states could ultimately be a reflection of nature’s order and intelligence. Artist, Liu Yue and curator, Fu Xiaodong in conversation with a leading quantum physicist Prof. Dr. Cristiane Morais Smith.

Part of "Troubling Quantum" series.

Speakers & Guests | Entangled Event
Goethe-Institut/Molly Keane
EVENT RECORDING
Entangled

Artists, physicists, philosophers and practitioners came together in the Goethe-Institut Irland, to shine a light on the current landscape of quantum computing and to explore the future of quantum technologies and the arts. 

Sounding Qubits - photo from the performance
Goethe-Institut | Photo: Pau Ros
Short documentary
 Sounding Qubits

Ever wondered what a qubit sounds like? Watch short documentary of a performance and book launch by Professor Eduardo Miranda, editor of “Quantum Computer Music: Foundations, Methods and Advanced Concepts”.

Living in a Quantum State at re:publica festival in Berlin
© Goethe-Institut | Photo: Bernahrd Ludewig
Event Recording
 Living in a Quantum State at re:publica

In this video, Dr. Jasmin Meinecke (Max-Planck-Institute of Quantum Optics) gives an introduction to quantum technologies and Dr. Libby Heaney offers a deep-dive into artistic and ethical responses to groundbreaking advances in quantum computing.

Podcast
© Christoph Hohmann (MCQST Cluster); Eduardo Miranda; Lucy Sollitt

Podcast: How can art help us understand quantum computing?

The Evolution of Ent-: QX, 2022, Libby Heaney, installation shots from arebyte Gallery.
Ent- 2022, commissioned by Light Art Space. The Evolution of Ent-: QX commissioned by arebyte Gallery. Photo credit: Max Colson.

Can the radical potential of quantum be reclaimed?

FIND OUT MORE

Are supercomputers a solution for more computing power? Currently the fastest supercomputer in Europe, JUWELS, at Forschungszentrum Jülich.
Photo (detail): © Forschungszentrum Jülich / Sascha Kreklau
Digital Computing Power
 The Future of Digitalisation: Quantum and Neuromorphic Computing

Whether it is automatic speech recognition, self-driving cars or medical research: our need for computing power is constantly on the rise. Yet, the possibilities for increasing the performance of microchips will soon have reached their limit. So where do we go from here?
 

Performing computer operations in next to no time and it’s even climate-friendly: quantum computers will be able to contribute significantly towards the development of cleaner technologies in the future.
Photo (detail): © Adobe
Quantum Computing
 Could Quantum Computers Save the Climate?

Some researchers think that quantum computers could one day help to reduce emissions drastically. Quantum physics and technology expert Emily Haworth explains the potential of a “quantum leap” – and why we’re better off not relying on it.
Quantum computers are highly complex in mechanical terms, but the way they function from a user perspective is similar to standard computers.
Photo (detail): © picture alliance/dpa/Sven Hoppe
Quantum Computing and Ethics
 “In Terms of Understandability, It’s Similar to a Standard Computer”

Digital progress always has a dark side too: facial recognition can be used for surveillance, and some forms of Artificial Intelligence discriminate against minorities. The next major technology advancement could be quantum mechanics. What can we expect? An interview with quantum physicist Tommaso Calarco from Forschungszentrum Jülich.

Upcoming Events

Blacktemporal secret clock with hidden time capsule gemstones
(c) Black Quantum Futurism
Summer 2023, online, Goethe-Institut San Francisco
 SAVE THE DATE: Karen Barad and Rasheedah Phillips of Black Quantum Futurism

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We are regularly updating the Living in a Quantum State website with new content. Watch videos from our events or dive into our article series and recommendations from experts and our podcast to find out more about quantum technologies.

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