About the lecture series
This lecture series is organized by the von Karman institute for Fluid Dynamics with the financial support of the NATO Science & Technology Organization.
The series aims to:
- Introduce participants to the emerging field of quantum computing in fluid dynamics.
- Explore state-of-the-art computational methods and software libraries for applying quantum computing to fluid dynamics simulations and multi-disciplinary optimization.
- Provide a platform for networking and forming international partnerships in this exciting field.
This lecture series is suitable for individuals with a background in fluid dynamics and an interest in learning about the potential of quantum computing in this field.
The program features lectures by leading experts from Belgium, France, the Netherlands, Italy, Japan, and the United Kingdom, covering topics such as:
- Quantum algorithms for PDE’s and Navier-Stokes equations
- Approaches to nonlinearity
- Tackling encoding challenges for applications
- Quantum lattice-based methods
- Quantum-assisted optimization
- Quantum Machine Learning
- Potential use of neutral atoms and photonic quantum computing
The lecture series will be held in a hybrid format, offering both online and on-site participation.
Parking and Security Information: Parking places are available on the premises, just before the security fence. To enter, please ring the bell at the fence.
- Deadline for on-site registration: 22 June 2026
- Deadline for online registration: 2 July 2026
How to enroll
This lecture series VKI-STO-AVT-377 is funded by the NATO Science and Technology Organisation. The registration is free, but required. We request only a nominal contribution to cover catering expenses (200€).
Programme
Monday, 6 July 2026: General Introduction to Quantum Computing
08:30 - 09:00 Registration and Welcome Coffee
09:00 - 10:15 Welcome and course introduction
Prof. Frank Eulitz, Dr. Wim Munters, VKI, Belgium
10:15 - 10:30 Coffee break
10:30 - 11:00 Introduction to Quantum Computing – The Basics
Prof. Matthias Moller, Calin Georgescu, and Monica Lacatus, TU Delft, The Netherlands
11:30 - 12:30 Industry Impulse 1
12:30 -14:00 Lunch
14:00 - 15:15 Approaches to Quantum Computational Fluid Dynamics
Prof. Dieter Jaksch, University of Hamburg, Germany
15:15 - 15:45 Coffee break
15:45 - 17:00 Tensor Networks for Quantum Computational Fluid Dynamics
Prof. Dieter Jaksch, University of Hamburg, Germany
17:00 - 18:00 Reception
Tuesday, 7 July 2026: Quantum CFD and LBM
09:00 - 10:15 Quantum CFD Approaches
Dr. Rene Steijl, University of Glasgow, UK
10:15 - 10:30 Coffee break
10:30 - 11:30 Introduction to Lattice-Based Modelling (LBM)
Dr. Rene Steijl, University of Glasgow, UK
11:30 -12:30 Participant pitching session
12:30 Lunch
14:00 - 15:15 Quantum Transport Method
Prof. Matthias Moller, Calin Georgescu, and Monica Lacatus, TU Delft, The Netherlands
15:15 - 15:45 Coffee break
15:45 - 17:00 Collision in Quantum LBM
Prof. Matthias Moller, Calin Georgescu, and Monica Lacatus, TU Delft, The Netherlands
17:00 - 18:00 VKI Lab tour: from hypersonic to low-speed rigs, from plasma to cryogenic conditions
Prof. Frank Eulitz, Dr. Wim Munters, VKI, Belgium
Wednesday, 8 July 2026: LBM and PDEs
09:00 - 10:15 Quantum Search in LGA and LBM
Prof. Matthias Moller, Calin Georgescu, and Monica Lacatus, TU Delft, The Netherlands
10:15 - 10:30 Coffee break
10:30 - 11:45 The Carleman approach to quantum simulation of fluids
Prof. Sauro Succi, Italian Institute of Technology, Italy
11:45 - 12:45 Industry Impulse 2
12:45 - 14:00 Lunch
14:00 - 15:15 Quantum Linear System Algorithms and Linearization Methods
Dr. S. S. Bharadwaj, New York University, USA
15:15 -15:45 Coffee break
15:45 - 17:00 Stability and Convergence of Quantum Fourier–Carleman and Kolmogorov Linearization Schemes
Dr. Mikel Sanz, University of the Basque Country, Spain
Thursday, 9 July 2026: Reservoir Computing and Variational Algorithms
09:00 - 10:15 Recent Developments for the Solution of PDE’s on Quantum Computers
Dr. Oleksandr Kyriienko, University of Sheffield, UK
10:15 - 10:30 Coffee break
10:30 - 11:30 Panel: Future Direction of Quantum Computing in Fluid Dynamics
Lecturer Board
11:30 -12:30 Industry Impulse 3
12:30 - 14:00 Lunch
14:00 - 15:15 Quantum Generative Models and Quantum Reservoir Computing
Prof. Joerg Schumacher, TU Ilmenau, Germany
15:15 - 15:45 Coffee break
15:45 - 17:00 Quantum Reservoir Computing: Implementations and Applications
Prof. Joerg Schumacher, TU Ilmenau, Germany
Friday, 10 July 2026: Quantum Machine Learning & PDE’s
09:00 - 10:15 Quantum Machine Learning: Model building for Fluid Dynamics
Dr. Oleksandr Kyriienko, University of Sheffield, UK
10:15 - 10:30 Coffee break
10:30 - 11:30 Quantum Machine Learning: Solving PDE’s
Dr. Oleksandr Kyriienko, University of Sheffield, UK
11:30 - 12:30 Industry Impulse 4
12:30 - 14:00 Closure Lunch
Only the citizens of NATO countries, Australia, Japan and India are eligible to participate in these lecture series.
The participants will have to present their ID card (for EU citizens) or passport (for other citizens) the first day of the lecture series.
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Introduction to Quantum Computing in Fluid Dynamics STO-AVT-377 3rd edition
**Early Bird Limit: June 22, 2026
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On site participation is subjcted to Belgian VAT.
Online participation follows current EU VAT and Export rules and depends from the customer country and status (B2B or B2C); values are computed at checkout.
Early Bird Registration Deadline: June 22, 2026
Wire Transfer Payment Deadline: June 26, 2026