The QSE Center will select up to 2 participants to have their travel expenses covered for the NYUAD Quantum Hackathon in Abu Dhabi from April 24 to 26, 2026. Apply by February 6, 2026.
This year, the NYUAD Hackathon is focusing on one of the most transformative technologies of our time: Quantum Computing (QC), along with the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in advancing QC, while addressing the challenges outlined in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
When: 24-26 April, 2026
Where: NYUAD, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
As an academic partner, EPFL’s QSE Center has been asked to nominate and cover the travel expenses of up to two EPFL students to attend the NYUAD Quantum Hackathon in Abu Dhabi.
How to apply
We are searching for one or two current Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD students at EPFL with a strong background in quantum computing, specifically with direct experience in quantum algorithms (thesis work hackathons, Qiskit training, open source SDK for working with actual quantum computers, etc.) with an interest in applying their skills to bring the world closer to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.
Please apply by filling in the application and providing:
- a 500 word statement of motivation on
“How will quantum computing impact one of the SDGs in 5, 10 or 25 years, and what are the non-technological conditions necessary to realize the impact on the ground?”
GESDA’s Breakthrough Radar for the anticipation of the status of the technology in these time horizons as well as the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) may be helpful. - A short paragraph on your technical background with designing quantum algorithms.
- A short CV (one page)
- your transcript of grades
Please combine all documents (application form with statement of motivation, paragraph on quantum algorithms, short CV and transcript of grades) as a single PDF file and send it to [email protected]. The application deadline is February 6, 2026, 23:59. Only complete applications will be considered.
EPFL students tackle quantum computing for social good at hackathon
The QSE Center sent two students to NYU Abu Dhabi in April to participate in the 12th Annual International Hackathon for Social Good, where they created projects to utilize quantum algorithms run on quantum computers to achieve sustainable development goals.