The main focus of this school is quantum communications ranging from quantum key distribution (the most advanced quantum technology) to quantum internet (the future goal of quantum platform).
Date: September 21, 2025 - October 4, 2025 (detailed programme to be announced closer to the date)
Location: Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) - OIST Seaside House (Onna Village, Okinawa, Japan)
Accommodation: Twin-share rooms at OIST Seaside House (Onna Village, Okinawa, Japan)
Registration Fee: 80,000 JPY (approx. 495 EUR / 510 USD), including twin-share ensuite accommodation and meals
Structure: The school will feature lectures in English by leading Japanese and international experts, providing a foundation in the area. These will be complemented by accessible short talks on cutting-edge research problems, offering students a broad perspective on various topics.
Requirements: All participants are required to present a poster based on their current research.
Confirmed Lecturers and Short Talks Speakers:
Artur Ekert, OIST Graduate University (Japan)
William John Munro, OIST Graduate University (Japan)
Shota Nagayama, Keio University (Japan)
Valentina Parigi, Sorbonne University (France)
Mary Jacquiline Romero, University of Queensland (Australia)
Akihito Soeda, National Institute of Informatics (Japan)
more to be confirmed soon
Organizers:
Artur Ekert, Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University (OIST)
David Elkouss, Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University (OIST)
Kae Nemoto, Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University (OIST)
