The theme of the 13th regular meeting was 「The Future of Computing: Quantum and Neuromorphic」. The meeting explored the limitations of conventional computing in the AI era and the emerging potential of quantum and neuromorphic technologies.
Dr. Kihwan Kim, Director of the IBS Ion Trap Quantum Computing Research Center, introduced the principles and current challenges of trapped-ion quantum computing, particularly its precision control and scalability.
Professor Jungsang Kim, co-founder of IonQ and Professor at Duke University, discussed how quantum computing could become a transformative technology that reshapes future industries.
In the second session, Professor Donhee Ham of Harvard University emphasized that advancing neuromorphic computing depends on accurately measuring and understanding the brain, highlighting semiconductor chips with thousands of integrated microelectrodes as a key enabling technology.