"Quantum technologies are like the key to a new world, where we can do things that seemed impossible before," says Prof. Dr. Remigijus Paulavičius, Vice Dean of Science at Vilnius universiy, faculty of Mathematics and Informatics (VU MIF). These technologies have the potential to be used to diagnose diseases, develop medicines and more sustainable energy, or control pollution, transforming our lives in a way that the internet and smartphones once did.
Remigijus Paulavičius. Photo by Justinas Auškelis.
These extraordinary technologies harness the smallest building blocks, such as atoms and photons, and use their unique properties to create powerful quantum computers, more secure communications and more precise sensors. Quantum computers can help solve complex problems such as climate modeling or the development of new materials, while quantum cryptography can provide the highest level of data security.
"Lithuania has all the potential to become a major player in quantum technologies," says R. Paulavičius. According to him, our country has many talented scientists, a strong research base and the potential to specialize in certain areas of quantum technologies. This is an area that is definitely worth investing in.
R. Paulavičius is also Vice President of the Quantum Lithuania Association. Quantum computing is his most recent area of interest, but he is also actively working on topics such as optimisation algorithms, operations research and blockchain technology, and he does not shy away from sharing his knowledge by giving lectures or participating in science popularisation events.
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