OHIO — As part of Ohio’s two-year state operating budget, Miami University received millions of dollars to fund the establishment of the Ohio Institute for Quantum Computing Research, Talent and Commercialization.
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Miami University and Cleveland Clinic have partnered for a new institution
Miami University received $7 million for the establishment of the Ohio Institute for Quantum Computing Research, Talent and Commercialization
Through the partnership, the Cleveland Clinic’s expertise in health care will also be elevated by the Institute
The university received $7 million for the institute, which will focus on workforce development, research, commercialization and be accessible to all the state’s higher education institutions. It will be run through a partnership between Miami and Cleveland Clinic.
“This groundbreaking partnership between Miami and Cleveland Clinic gives Ohio a competitive advantage in attracting top talent and investment, supporting advanced research, and retaining skilled graduates,” Miami President Gregory Crawford said. “By giving our students the right tools to succeed, we will ensure Ohio develops a workforce ready to lead in quantum innovation.”
Miami announced its partnership with Cleveland Clinic in January, focusing on advancing education and training in quantum computing with Miami University establishing the state’s first specialized degree programs and research experiences. Quantum computing is a multidisciplinary field combining mathematics, computer science and physics.
Through the partnership, the Cleveland Clinic’s expertise in health care will also be elevated by the Institute.
The university will launch a Quantum Computing major this August, the first Bachelor of Science in Quantum Computing in Ohio, and believed to be the first nationwide to focus on the software aspects
“Ohio stands on the edge of a quantum revolution – where innovation is not just welcomed but built into our DNA. With the right investment and vision, we won’t just attract the future of quantum computing, we’ll lead it,” state Rep. Tom Young (R-Washington Twp.), Chair of the Ohio House Higher Education Committee, said. “This is our moment to put Ohio at the forefront of a breakthrough that will redefine the scale, speed and scope of human progress.”
Miami plans to provide research experiences for quantum computing to help gather talent for creating companies, elevate businesses and advance organizations.
“This unique partnership and workforce development initiative will position Ohio as a national and global leader in quantum computing and reinforce Ohio’s commitment to being the best state for businesses to start and remain.” said Ohio Sen. George Lang (R-West Chester), whose Senate district encompasses most of Butler County, including Miami.
Cleveland Clinic houses an IBM Quantum System One, through its partnership with IBM, the first quantum computer dedicated to health care research, giving the state an advantage in attracting talent, supporting research and retaining graduates.
“At Cleveland Clinic, we know that solving health care’s toughest challenges requires the best minds in medicine, education and technology working together,” said Dr. Lara Jehi, Chief Research Information Officer at Cleveland Clinic. “Quantum computing holds the promise to transform biomedical research and patient care by accelerating discoveries and driving innovation. This partnership will cultivate the workforce of the future and position Ohio as a leader in leveraging advanced computing for health care and life sciences.”