Hidetoshi Nishimori joins IEEE group to define quantum computing terminology

Tokyo Tech Professor Hidetoshi Nishimori, a pioneer in quantum annealing, has joined a working group for the IEEE P7130^TM — Standard for Quantum Computing Definitions project to define and standardize quantum computing terminology.

The IEEE, the world's largest technical professional organization in the fields of engineering, computing, and technology, and the IEEE Standards Association (SA)¹, approved the project as a response to the rapid advancement in the implementation of quantum computers, and the consequent need to establish a general phraseology for quantum computing in order to standardize communication with related hardware and software projects.

Nishimori joins celebrated serial entrepreneur and chair of the Quantum Computing Working Group William Hurley, manager of Experimental Quantum Computing at IBM Research Jerry Chow, and 1Qbit² CEO Andrew Fursman in building consensus on a nomenclature that will reduce confusion and foster a clear and accepted understanding for engineers and other stakeholders involved in advancing technology and solutions in fields such as materials science, mathematics, physics, meteorology, and biology.

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