DOE directs $159M to AI-powered quantum and chip research
The U.S. Department of Energy is funding $159 million in new 'Genesis Mission' grants, supporting 12 Phase II projects at national labs and universities. The awards focus on combining AI with quantum computing, chip design, and materials development. Projects led by Harvard and Oak Ridge target quantum error correction and quantum magnet design, while Fermilab's team—working with AMD, IBM, and others—uses AI to slash custom chip development times from months to minutes.
- DOE allocates $159 million to 12 advanced research projects
- Harvard and Oak Ridge lead quantum-focused Phase II awards
- AI models target error correction and new quantum materials
- Fermilab-led team applies AI to ultra-fast chip design
- Broad industry and university collaboration involved
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