January 2026 · Khalifa University
Introductory Quantum Hackathon
A week-long team challenge introducing students to quantum computing through workshops and tracks in Quantum AI and quantum cybersecurity.
About Us
About the Organizers
Quantum Computing Initiative
A student-led quantum computing community at Khalifa University focused on making the field more accessible and connecting students with research, industry, and opportunities to build. Through workshops, technical projects, open-source work, and events like Qiskit Fall Fest, we aim to contribute to a more connected quantum ecosystem across the UAE and beyond.
Faculty advisor
Prof. Ibrahim Elfadel
Computer and Information Engineering, Khalifa University
Professor of Computer and Information Engineering at Khalifa University and faculty advisor to the Quantum Computing Initiative.
Past events
What we’ve already built
A glimpse at some of the events QCI has organised at Khalifa University.
April 2026 · Khalifa University
IEEE Open Silicon Initiative Chip Design Bootcamp
A two-day hands-on bootcamp exploring open-source chip design, VLSI, reversible logic, and hardware concepts relevant to quantum computing.
Research & development
What we’re building
A selection of open-source and research projects from QCI.
quantum-learn
Qiskit ecosystemAn open-source quantum machine learning library that simplifies hybrid QML workflows across Qiskit and PennyLane. Now listed as a community-maintained project in the Qiskit ecosystem.
QML Molecular Atomization Energy
A research project exploring quantum machine learning for molecular atomization-energy prediction using QM7 and variational quantum circuits.
Quantum Circuit Visualizer
A lightweight tool for visualizing and analyzing quantum circuits.
Speakers & mentors
Speakers and mentors
Speakers and mentors are currently being confirmed, with announcements to follow as the line-up is finalized.
The speaker line-up is being confirmed
Announcements will be shared here as speakers and mentors are confirmed.
Start learning now
Get a head start before the Fest
Everything below is free to explore. If you want to arrive ready to build and run your first quantum circuits, IBM Quantum Learning is a great place to start.
19 October 2026 · 6:00 PM · Khalifa University
You don’t need prior quantum experience to start
Whether you’re discovering quantum computing for the first time or looking to explore a new application, the Fall Fest is designed to welcome a range of backgrounds and experience levels.
Each track has its own registration. Open a track for its registration details.