NSF-CBMS Conference: Knots and Topological Quantum Computing
Month: July 2008
Date: July 9--13
Name: NSF-CBMS Conference: Knots and Topological Quantum Computing
Location: University of Central Oklahoma, Edmond, Oklahoma.
Description
In 1997, Freedman and Kitaev proposed a topological model of a quantum computer that performs computations by encoding information in the configurations of braids. These computers offer the promise of error rates many orders of magnitude lower than any other quantum computation scheme to date. In a series of ten lectures, Zhenghan Wang will cover the theoretical foundations of the field of topological quantum computing, the progress that has been made over the last decade, and the future challenges. In addition, Ara Basmajian will give a series of related lectures on knots and their invariants. No background in knot theory, quantum computing, or quantum physics will be assumed. Travel funds will be available to deter the expenses of participants. Advanced undergraduates, graduate students, junior faculty, women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are especially encouraged to participate and to apply for support.
Information
http://www.math.ucok.edu/cbms/cbms.html.