Aqacia: Developing machine learning tools for quantum

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Join us to explore Aqacia’s fusion of quantum technology and machine learning, with CEO Dr. Aaron Tranter sharing his entrepreneurial journey and insights.
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Aqacia, an ACT-based machine learning start-up, is pioneering solutions that integrate machine learning and quantum technology to address complex real-world challenges. Join us to hear from CEO and co-founder Dr. Aaron Tranter as he shares his entrepreneurial journey and insights into the quantum tech space.

In a discussion led by Rupal Ismin, Director of the Sydney Knowledge Hub, Dr Tranter will cover:

  • Aqacia’s advanced machine-learning driven tools for optimisation, classification, control, and regression.
  • Aqacia’s joint venture, Floquet, with 2pi Software, offering cloud-based quantum products.
  • The challenge of juggling the demands of the startup world with a role in academia.
  • Exploring the landscape of existing market opportunities for startups in the quantum ecosystem.

    • Following the discussion and Q&A session, join us for networking drinks to connect with fellow quantum enthusiasts and innovators.

    Spaces are limited. Register now to secure your spot!

    Speaker: Dr Aaron Tranter

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      The Quantum Terminal, Level 3, Central Station,

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    Dr Aaron Tranter is a research fellow in Quantum Science and Technology at ANU, working at the Centre for Quantum Computation and Communication Technology (CQC2T). His research focuses on cold atoms as quantum memory for communications, atom-light interactions, and applying machine learning to quantum physics.

    As the CEO of Aqacia, Dr Tranter leads the company in serving the renewable energy, quantum tech, and advanced manufacturing sectors. He has also contributed to the commercialisation of quantum technologies at ANU, including the AWS-hosted quantum random number generator and deep learning optimiser technology.

    Event chair: Rupal Ismin

    Rupal leads the Sydney Knowledge Hub, supporting research commercialisation at the University of Sydney. Throughout her career, she has launched and operationalised new ventures and nascent innovation ecosystems across govtech as inaugural management team at Hub Australia, City Innovation in the Bay Area, and in Starcom in Chicago. She was founder of an ecommerce startup Andable, which launched in 2011.

    Date and Time:

    Tuesday, 29 October, 5:00-7:00pm. Registration is essential.

    Agenda:

    4:45pm - Registration opens

    5:00- 6:00pm – Presentation + Q&A session

    6:00 – 7:00pm – Networking - light refreshments to be served

    Location:

    The Quantum Terminal, Level 3, Central Station, 1 Eddy Av, Grand Concourse, Haymarket. See here for a handy map here for a video walkthrough.

    For any enquiries, contact info.sqa@sydney.edu.au or (02) 8011 3812.

    Our Quantum Innovators Network event series is designed for quantum enthusiasts and innovators. Learn more about the global quantum startup ecosystem and hear from international experts, fast-growing deep-tech startups, and university spin-offs paving the way for a quantum future.

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