Chung Yuan Christian University (CYCU) recently hosted the “2026 Quantum Finance and Quantum Education Carnival,” focusing on “Quantum Finance” to bridge industry-academia collaboration, talent cultivation, and hands-on experiences. Among the highlights was the “Quantum Technology Experience Workshop,” co-organized by the College of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science and the College of Smart Computing and Quantum Information. The workshop guided participants from foundational concepts to hands-on quantum computer operations, helping them understand industry trends and future applications while embarking on a journey of quantum science exploration.
Smiles all around: Instructors and learners at the CYCU Quantum Technology Experience Workshop capture a memorable moment after their exploration into the quantum world.
This event marks Taiwan’s first-ever interdisciplinary quantum education carnival with a specific focus on quantum finance, made possible through international and cross-industry collaboration. The “Quantum Technology Experience Workshop,” the grand finale on the second day, centered around the core theme of “debunking myths before hands-on practice.” Moving from scientific concepts and hardware operations to industry development, the curriculum allowed participants from diverse backgrounds to progressively grasp the foundational knowledge and application trends of the quantum field.
According to the organizers, while the term “quantum” has frequently appeared in various products and media in recent years, it is often disconnected from actual quantum science. Therefore, the workshop specifically used foundational conceptual explanations and hands-on practice to help participants clear up common misconceptions and establish correct understandings. The morning session kicked off by addressing the common misuse of “quantum” in daily life, then used the double-slit interference experiment to explain quantum concepts like wave-particle duality, guiding learners to understand quantum science through discussion and observation. The absolute highlight of the course was allowing participants to personally operate CYCU’s own Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) educational quantum computers.
CYCU houses five NMR quantum computers capable of operating at room temperature, including two 3-qubit and three 2-qubit models, making it one of the universities with the most complete physical quantum computer teaching equipment in Taiwan. Compared to most quantum computers that require extremely low-temperature environments, NMR quantum computers are ideal for teaching and practical training, enabling participants to understand the computational differences between quantum and classical computers through real-world operation.
Seeing is believing: Learners get a close-up look at the double-slit laser interference phenomenon to witness quantum wave-particle duality in action.
The afternoon session kicked off from a macroscopic perspective of physics history, progressively delving into the industrial impact of quantum technology and personal learning pathways. Focusing on the industrial development of quantum technology, the course integrated the evolution of physical sciences, international industry reports, and the strategic layouts of global tech giants. By tracing the trajectory from physics history to critical industry turning points, the session successfully broadened the participants’ quantum worldviews.
The workshop attracted a diverse group of participants, including university professors, master’s students, recent graduates, and high school students, fostering vibrant cross-generational exchange. The curriculum was co-led by Assistant Professor Chih-Yu Chen from the College of Smart Computing and Quantum Information—who has long been dedicated to promoting quantum computing education—and Assistant Professor Tsung-Wei Huang, a certified “Quantum Computing Seed Teacher.” Breaking down complex concepts into accessible insights, they enabled learners from all backgrounds to master the core concepts of quantum technology.
Assistant Professor Chih-Yu Chen framed the legendary Einstein-Bohr debate as a gateway, leading learners to explore the conceptual battlefield at the heart of quantum mechanics.
CYCU’s College of Smart Computing and Quantum Information has maintained a long-standing partnership with the Hon Hai Education Foundation and the NTU-IBM Quantum Computer Center to promote quantum education, and it stands as one of the partner universities for the United Nations’ Quantum Sustainable Youth Leaders Cultivation Program. This collaborative “Quantum Technology Experience Workshop” with the College of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science showcases both colleges’ deep-seated achievements in cultivating quantum AI talent and advancing popular science education. Looking ahead, the university plans to organize more outreach and hands-on initiatives to help students and the general public establish correct understandings, master emerging trends, and lay a solid foundation for welcoming the new era of quantum applications.
A gathering of minds: Domestic and international experts in quantum technology, finance, and education convene at CYCU for the “2026 Quantum Finance and Quantum Education Carnival.”
