Quantum Computing for Quantum Chemistry

Explore the intersection of quantum computing and quantum chemistry in this 59-minute lecture from the Institute for Quantum Computing. Delve into the challenges and opportunities of using quantum computing technology to solve quantum chemistry problems, with a focus on strongly correlated systems. Learn about new classical computing techniques that can enhance quantum computing algorithms for electronic structure problems. Discover the complexities of encoding electronic Hamiltonians in second quantized form on quantum computers and explore efficient methods for partitioning Hamiltonians into manageable fragments. Examine how these partitioning techniques can improve the performance of quantum algorithms such as the Variational Quantum Eigensolver and Quantum Phase Estimation. Gain insights into the potential for demonstrating quantum advantage in the field of quantum chemistry through advanced computational approaches.