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Quantum Cryptography School for Young Students (QCSYS)


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Academic Level:
High School Students

Description:
Discover how mathematics, physics, computer science, engineering, and more combine into one of the most exciting topics in modern science - quantum information - at the Quantum Cryptography School for Young Students (QCSYS). QCSYS is a unique enrichment program for high school students that will run this August.

QCSYS will be a free, online program that offers a blend of expert lectures, small group discussions, problem solving, and opportunities for mentoring and networking with world-leading quantum researchers.

You will:

- see how the world works at the quantum level;

- understand phenomenon like quantum superposition and entanglement;

- learn how quantum technology will transform computing, imaging and cryptography; and

- make international friendships.
Recently updated.accepts non-us citizens

Application Deadline: 6/7/2024

Program Dates: 8/12/2024 - 8/23/2024

Participating Institution(s):
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University of Waterloo (Lead)

Program Materials:
 • Program Website 

This Program can be Described by:
Academic Disciplines:
Applied Mathematics
Astronomy & Astrophysics
Computational Sciences
Computer & Electrical Engineering
Mathematics
Nanotechnology
Operations Research
Physics
Statistics
STEM Fields

Keywords:
Applied Physics
Mathematical Physics
Theoretical Physics

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Page last updated 3/5/2024
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