The Intelligence Advanced Research Projects Activity (IARPA) has granted US $2.2 million in funding to Raytheon BBN Technologies under the Quantum Computer Science (QCS) program.
The objective of the QCS program is to develop methods and necessary tools for the consolidation of all facets of quantum computing. The purpose of integrating all related hardware and software into a single framework is to facilitate centralized resource management and realistic appraisal of performance. Such a system would allow for informed decisions on the future direction of quantum computing research. It is envisaged that quantum computers would surpass conventional computers by virtue of their high processing speed and enhanced security. Decoding of encryption keys is also expected to be achieved much quicker by employing quantum computing; codes could be decrypted in hours as opposed to years if existing technology is used.
Richard Lazarus, Program Manager for QCS at Raytheon BBN Technologies stated that the program banks upon BBN’s expertise and experience in quantum research to integrate various aspects of quantum research for the benefit of the U.S. Intelligence Services.
BBN Technologies is also collaborating with NEC, University of Melbourne and the University of Waterloo. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Raytheon, a technology solutions provider to homeland security, military and other government related markets globally.
Source: http://www.raytheon.com/
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