First Slovenian Quantum Computing Day at Rudolfovo

Today, November 6, 2025, Rudolfovo – Science and Technology Centre Novo mesto is hosting the First Slovenian Quantum Computing Day, a major national event dedicated to the development and future of quantum technologies. The event is part of the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology, World Science Day for Peace and Development, and Slovenian Science Month.

The forum brings together leading domestic and foreign experts in the field of quantum computing, who present the latest findings on the capabilities of quantum computers and examples of their use in science and industry, and discuss the proposed Slovenian strategy for the development of quantum technologies.

The introductory speeches were given by Prof. Dr. Janez Povh, Director of Rudolfovo, and Prof. Dr. Leon Cizelj, Director of the Jožef Stefan Institute. This was followed by a guest lecture by Dr. Nicholas Chancellor from Newcastle University entitled Quantum Computing: From Theory to Practice, which highlighted the transition of quantum computing from theory to practical application.

The morning part of the event features presentations by experts from various Slovenian research and higher education institutions and industrial partners. Speakers will discuss European and Slovenian strategies for quantum technologies, possibilities for solving complex computational problems with supercomputers and quantum computers, the development of variational algorithms, quantum simulations, and superconducting circuits, which form the basis of future quantum devices. The first initiatives and steps towards establishing the first Slovenian quantum computer are also presented.

The first Slovenian Quantum Computing Day thus marks an important milestone in the development of the Slovenian research and innovation environment and confirms that Slovenia is actively following global trends in the field of quantum technologies and is integrating into the European Research Area.