European researchers, including Portuguese researchers, can now apply for this pilot phase and use the EuroHPC quantum computers free of charge.This initiative, launched by EuroHPC JUThis initiative emerges as a milestone for science and innovation in Europe, opening up the possibility for researchers, public entities, and companies to access the European quantum computing infrastructure, in a model similar to that already applied in European supercomputers.
Quantum computing and supercomputing: the link
The opening of this new access point is part of the EuroHPC JU strategy to integrate quantum computers into the European supercomputing infrastructure.
This approach combines both areas, allowing users to test, experiment with, and scale applications across various quantum technologies.
The evaluation process will have monthly cut-offs, the first of which is already... August 1, 2026, and it will have four quantum systems available:
• Euro-Q-Exa, based on superconducting qubits;
• Lucy, focusing on photonic qubits;
• Piast-Q: trapped ions;
• VLQ, based on superconducting qubits.
EuroHPC plans to make other quantum computers available soon.
Who can apply?
The pilot phase was created to allow rapid access to quantum infrastructure, primarily for testing and development purposes. In this sense, it is intended for users who want to collect performance data or test methods on a specific system to demonstrate the viability of their applications.
Projects focused on code and workflow development, algorithm creation, and quantum computing training are also eligible to apply.
Applications must be submitted through EuroHPC platform.
