HPC Quantum AI Conference

In collaboration with the High-Performance Computing Center Stuttgart (HLRS), the Quantum Effects is organising an academic conference program. The conference covers various tracks where the topics of HPC, QC & AI are connected. The conference program will take place in the International Congress Center Stuttgart (ICS), which is located directly adjacent to the trade fair in Hall C2.

Date: 06-07 October 2026
Time: tba
Location: tba
Language: EN

Admission for all persons with a trade fair ticket.

Call for Papers

Submission Types

The conference covers various tracks on different topics connected to the topics of HPC, QC  and AI. We invite you to submit abstracts presenting novel and original contributions to these fields. We offer the following formats:

  • Paper
  • Tutorial (60 to 180 minutes)
  • Workshop (60 to 180 minutes

Submission Guidelines

Submissions should adhere to the following guidelines:

  • Two-Stage Process for Papers: Submissions to this track will follow a two-stage process. In the first stage, authors are required to submit a comprehensive abstract detailing their research methodology, findings, and conclusions. If the abstract is accepted, authors will be invited to submit a full-length paper in the second stage.
  • Two-Stage Process for Tutorials and Workshops: Submissions to this track will follow a two-stage process. In the first stage, authors are required to submit a comprehensive abstract pitching their ideas for a tutorial or workshop with a preliminary agenda and speakers (optional). If the abstract is accepted, authors will be invited to submit the final agenda including speakers in the second stage.
  • Conference Language is English: The official language of the conference is English. All presentations, discussions and workshops will be conducted in English. Submissions in languages other than English will not be considered for review.

Required Submission Information

Research Paper Track
For the Research Paper track, please provide the following information:

  •   Title of the Research Paper
  • Author(s) Information: Name, affiliation, email address
  • Short Abstract: Maximum 250 words
  • Topic Area: Specify the primary topic area of your research (cf. above) 
  • Presentation Time: Estimated duration of the presentation

Tutorial/Workshop Track
For the Tutorial/Workshop track, please include:

  • Title of the Tutorial/Workshop
  • Presenter(s) Information: Name, affiliation, email address
  • Short Abstract: Maximum 250 words
  • Topic Area: Specify the primary topic area of the tutorial/workshop (cf. above)
  • Session Duration: Estimated length of the tutorial/workshop
  • Interactive Components: Description of any interactive parts or media requirements (e.g., internet access)
  • Targeted Audience: Indicate the intended audience for the tutorial/workshop
  • Estimated Number of Attendees: Provide an estimate of the expected number of participants
05.05.2026 Abstract submission deadline (paper, tutorial, workshop) - Academic Track 
30.06.2026 Acceptance notification - Academic Track
10.07.2026Abstract submission deadline (paper, tutorial, workshop) - Industrial Track 
28.07.2026Acceptance notification - Industrial Track
01.08.2026Camera-ready program material including full-length papers or final session agendas
28.09.2026 Final presentation slides (paper) 
06.–07.10.2026 Conference & Fair

Would you like to be part of the conference?

Submit abstracts with new contributions on these topics by May 05, 2026.

Please submit all abstracts through the EasyChair system. 

Submit your abstract now!

Call for papers  (PDF, 7 MB)

What topic areas can you expect?

Quantum Computing

Technologies and Architectures

Quantum technologies beyond Quantum Computing

Real-world Industry Use Cases [Industry-Academia collaboration]

Quantum-inspired Algorithms and Technologies

Algorithms, Methods & Tuning

Benchmarking

Hybrid System Architectures

Hybrid Hardware Architecture

Hybrid Software Architecture

Emerging HPC/AI/QC Technologies

AI Applications powered by HPC/QC

Integrating HPC, QC and Neuromorphic Systems

System and Performance Monitoring

System Software

Software Development and Optimization

Cloud Solutions and Continuous Integration and Delivery

Compiler and Tools for HPC/QC/AI Programming

Language Models and Generative AI in HPC/QC

Community & HPC

Community Engagement

Political support and Public funding

QC Initiatives

Development of HPC/QC/AI Skills

Education and Training

Young Talents Development

Infrastructure Challenges

Review: Agenda HPC Quantum AI Conference 2025