About

VIII Workshop-School on Quantum Computing and Information
& VIII Workshop on Quantum Computing - UFSC

In celebration of the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ), two traditional events in Brazil are joining forces for a special edition: the Workshop-School on Quantum Computing and Information (WECIQ) and the Quantum Computing Workshop (WCQ). This collaboration, named $\text{VIII}\ \left<\text{WECIQ}|\text{WCQ}\right>$, will take place in Florianópolis-SC, from December 8 to 12, 2025, bringing together researchers, professors, students, professionals, and enthusiasts interested in advances in quantum science and technologies in the following thematic areas:

  • Quantum Computing
  • Quantum Communication
  • Quantum Metrology
  • Quantum Information Theory

Whether to explore new ideas, establish collaborations, or take the first steps in this promising field, the event will provide a dynamic and interdisciplinary environment. With national and international speakers, $\text{VIII}\ \left<\text{WECIQ}|\text{WCQ}\right>$ aims to drive research and innovation in Brazil, promoting the advancement of quantum computing and its applications in strategic industry sectors.

Location

Registration Open

Seize the opportunity to be part of a groundbreaking event in Quantum Science And Technology. Join us on a journey of discovery, innovation, and collaboration that promises to shape the future of the field. Your participation will add valuable insights and energy to this unique experience. We look forward to welcoming you!


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Call for Papers

Call for Full Papers and Abstract Submissions

Submitted works must strictly follow the templates provided on the event’s website. Submissions that do not adhere to the established format may be automatically rejected by the Scientific Committee without merit review. For an accepted work to be included in the event program, the presenting author (designated during submission) must pay the registration fee.

Each registration fee allows the presentation of up to two (02) works, considering the total from Categories 1 and 2, as described below:

  • CATEGORY 1: 2-page abstract (poster presentation).
  • CATEGORY 2: 5-page full paper (oral or poster presentation).

To ensure the integrity and impartiality of the review process, each submission must include two PDF files:

  • Unidentified file: This file must not contain any information that identifies the authors, co-authors, advisors, or institutions. Anonymity is essential to ensure a fair and unbiased review.

  • Identified file: This file must be a copy of the submission including full identification of all authors and their institutional affiliations. If the work is accepted, this file will be used for publication in the event proceedings.

Templates

Templates for preparing submissions (available in LaTeX format) can be accessed below. Papers may be written in Portuguese or English. At the time of submission, authors must upload the file exclusively in PDF format.

Thematic Areas

  • Quantum Computing
  • Quantum Communication
  • Quantum Metrology
  • Quantum Information Theory

Important Dates

  • Submission deadline: Until August 1, 2025
  • Notification of accepted works: August 27, 2025
  • Final version submission: Until September 12, 2025

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Speakers

Antônio Jorge Gomes Abelém$^\ast$ - Universidade Federal do Pará - Brazil
Antônio Zelaquett Khoury Federal Fluminense University - Brazil
Antonius Scherer University of Vienna - Austria
Celso Jorge Villas-Bôas Federal University of São Carlos - Brazil
Daniel Brody - Universidade Federal Fluminense - Brazil
Daniel Lidar University of Southern California - USA
Gilberto Medeiros$^\ast$ Federal University of Minas Gerais - Brazil
Ivan de Oliveira - Centro Brasileiro de Pesquisas Físicas - Brazil
Luis Gustavo Marcassa - Universidade de São Paulo - Brazil
Pierre Louis de Assis - Universidade de Campinas - Brazil
Sophia Economou$^\ast$ Virginia Tech - USA

$^\ast$ Awaiting confirmation.

Tutorials

Evandro Chagas Ribeiro da Rosa

Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina & Quantuloop

Evandro Chagas Ribeiro da Rosa

Evandro is the co-founder and CTO of Quantuloop, a quantum computing startup with offices in Brazil and Texas. He holds a Master’s degree and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Computer Science at UFSC (Federal University of Santa Catarina), where his research focuses on building compilers for quantum computing. He is the creator of the Ket quantum programming platform and leads its development within the Quantum Computing Group at UFSC.

Paulo Henrique Souto Ribeiro

Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina

Paulo Henrique Souto Ribeiro

Holds a degree in Electrical Industrial Engineering from the Federal Center for Technological Education of Minas Gerais (1988) and a doctorate in Physics from the Federal University of Minas Gerais (1995). Currently, is a Full Professor at the Federal University of Santa Catarina. Has experience in the area of Optics, mainly working on the following topics: utilization of entangled states of twin photons from spontaneous parametric down-conversion in the study of fundamental concepts of Quantum Mechanics and applications in Quantum Information and Quantum Thermodynamics.

Sérgio Ricardo Muniz

Universidade de São Paulo

Sérgio Ricardo Muniz

Sérgio graduated from the University of São Paulo (USP), at the Institute of Physics of São Carlos (IFSC/USP). He completed postdoctoral research in the United States at the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), affiliated with the Joint Quantum Institute (JQI) and the University of Maryland. He is currently a faculty member at the University of São Paulo. His professional work includes research in the areas of Optics, Atomic Physics, and Quantum Technologies. In addition to fundamental and applied physics research, he also conducts research and engages in Science Education and Physics Teaching, contributing to scientific outreach, especially targeting students in Basic Education.

Social Program

You*re invited to join an exclusive boat tour during our event! Remember: the more people interested, the more affordable the final price will be for everyone.

If you’d like to take part, be sure to indicate your interest when registering on the website. Your response is essential for us to organize an amazing experience with the best possible value!

Join us and come enjoy this special moment together!

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Event Schedule

December 8

Time Event
8:00-10:00 Registration
8:30-10:00 Tutorial
10:00-10:30 Coffee Break
10:30-11:00 Opening Session and Announcements
11:00-12:00 Plenary Session
12:00-14:00 Lunch
14:00-15:00 Plenary Session
15:00-16:30 1st Invited Talks Session
16:30-18:00 Coffee Break and 1st Poster Session

December 9

Time Event
8:30-10:00 Tutorial
10:00-10:30 Coffee Break
10:30-12:00 Tutorial
12:00-14:00 Lunch
14:00-15:00 Plenary Session
15:00-15:30 Coffee Break
15:30-17:00 Sponsor Presentations
17:00-18:00 Plenary Session

December 10

Time Event
10:00-16:00 Social Program (Boat Trip)
19:00-23:00 Conference Dinner

December 11

Time Event
8:30-10:00 Tutorial
10:00-10:30 Coffee Break
11:00-12:00 Tutorial
12:00-14:00 Lunch
14:00-15:00 Plenary Session
15:00-15:30 Coffee Break
15:30-17:00 2nd Invited Talks Session
17:00-18:00 Plenary Session

December 12

Time Event
8:30-10:00 Tutorial
10:00-10:30 Coffee Break
11:00-12:00 Tutorial
12:00-14:00 Lunch
14:00-15:00 Plenary Session
15:00-16:30 3rd Invited Talks Session
16:30-18:00 Coffee Break and 2nd Poster Session
18:30-19:00 Closing Ceremony

Organization

  • Prof. Eduardo Inacio Duzzioni, Dr. (UFSC) - Coordenador
  • Prof. Adenilton José da Silva, Dr. (UFPE)
  • Profª. Clarice Dias de Albuquerque, Drª. (UFCA)
  • Prof. Demerson Nunes Gonçalves, Dr. (CEFET-RJ)
  • Prof. Douglas Soares Gonçalves, Dr. (UFSC)
  • Prof. Franklin de Lima Marquezino, Dr. (UFRJ)
  • Prof. Guilherme Penello Temporão, Dr. (PUC-RJ)
  • Profª. Jerusa Marchi, Drª. (UFSC)
  • Prof. João Terêncio Dias, Dr. (CEFET-RJ)
  • Prof. Leandro Bezerra de Lima, Dr. (UFMS)
  • Sieglinde Pfaendler, Drª. (IBM Quantum)
  • Evandro Chagas Ribeiro, Me. (UFSC & Quantuloop)

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Contact

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