Tackling Quantum Chemistry Electronic Structure problems with Variational Quantum Eigensolver-based algorithms: Theory and applications

Abstract:
The objective of this seminar is to explore the Variational Quantum Eigensolver (VQE) algorithm, with a particular focus on its application to solving quantum chemistry problems.
The first part will be dedicated to presenting the formalism of quantum computation, focusing mainly on the VQE, a technique that utilizes a quantum computer to find the best solution to the problem under study. VQE combines both quantum computing resources and classical optimization techniques, in order to solve complex problems that would be inaccessible to traditional computers. Following that, we will explore the application of the VQE algorithm in the field of Quantum Chemistry. This will include a brief introduction to the fundamental concepts of quantum chemistry, such as how principles of quantum mechanics are used to describe the behavior of electrons in molecules. We will also discuss the formalism for mapping these problems into quantum computers. As well as the state of the art of VQE based Quantum Algorithm and Post-VQE procedures.

Link: https://univr.zoom.us/j/92135939984