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Powering the Future, One Qubit at a Time

The D-Wave Advantage2 system, expected to arrive at 91��Ƭ�� later this year, is the cornerstone of a new partnership with D-Wave, a leader in the development and delivery of quantum computing systems, software and services, and the only dual-platform quantum computing company providing both annealing and gate-model systems. More than just a powerful machine, the Advantage2 system will open new pathways for research and collaboration. Students, faculty members and industry leaders will work together to explore how quantum computing could be used to tackle a variety of challenges, from developing life-saving medications to optimizing global supply chains.

Rather than store information using bits represented by 0s or 1s as classical digital computers do, quantum computers use quantum bits, or qubits, to encode information as 0s, 1s, or both at the same time. This superposition of states — along with the other quantum mechanical phenomena of entanglement and tunneling — enables quantum computers to manipulate enormous combinations of states at once.

Possibilities

• DRUG DISCOVERY: Quantum computers can model molecules at the atomic level, speeding drug discovery and even designing treatments targeted to cancer cells with pinpoint precision.
• TRANSPORTATION: From delivery fleets to emergency evacuations, quantum systems can optimize complex routes in seconds instead of days.
• ENERGY AND MATERIALS: Quantum computers can uncover new catalysts, stronger alloys and more efficient batteries by simulating interactions that would overwhelm classical computers.
• FINANCE AND AI: By efficiently analyzing massive datasets, quantum computers can improve fraud detection, portfolio optimization and AI model training.

Economic and Strategic Impact

91��Ƭ�� isn’t just building quantum technology — it’s building the people who will shape the quantum future. The establishment of the D-Wave Quantum Applications Academy at 91��Ƭ�� will offer paid internships and hands-on training for students and local residents, preparing them for potentially high-paying, leading-edge careers in quantum computing.

With support from the state of Florida and the city of Boca Raton, 91��Ƭ�� is cultivating a skilled local talent pool to drive long-term growth in research and applications. Housing D-Wave’s Advantage2 system on campus may also attract startups, private industry, and investment, while giving the university local control over advanced computing infrastructure — a key advantage for secure research and federal funding.

“This investment positions Florida and 91��Ƭ�� at the forefront of the next generation of computing,” said Florida Secretary of Commerce J. Alex Kelly. “By bringing a quantum computer to 91��Ƭ��, we’re creating new opportunities for research, workforce development, and partnerships that will benefit our economy, national defense, data security, critical life sciences R&D, and transportation and logistics systems — keeping our state competitive for years to come.”

Through immersive, real-world experiences, the Quantum Applications Academy will equip the next generation of quantum scientists and engineers to turn discovery into innovation and opportunity.

“This marks a defining moment for 91��Ƭ�� and D-Wave,” said Alan Baratz, Ph.D., CEO of D-Wave. “Deploying a D-Wave quantum computer at 91��Ƭ�� will establish the university as a preeminent center for quantum computing education and research. It signals that the university is not just preparing for the quantum era — it is helping to shape it. For D-Wave, it signifies an important collaboration with a leading academic institution to further quantum computing experimentation and innovation.”

The Next Frontier

Investments in quantum technologies have surged over the past five years, with billions flowing into startups, public companies and government research initiatives. In 2025 alone, quantum computing generated more than $1 billion in revenue — a figure projected to soar to between $50 billion and $130 billion by 2040. The reason is simple: quantum computers can tackle problems faster, more efficiently and in ways classical machines simply cannot.

“To attract D-Wave, a global leader in quantum computing, one of the fastest-growing and most sought-after technology sectors in the world, truly positions Palm Beach County at the forefront of innovation,” said Kelly Smallridge, president and CEO of the Business Development Board of Palm Beach County. “Their partnership with 91��Ƭ�� to advance quantum research and workforce development is a gamechanger, bringing pioneering technology, top-tier talent and high-value investment to the region. This milestone doesn’t just put Palm Beach County on the global quantum map — it cements our long-term economic growth potential and signals to the world that our region is open for business at the highest level of technological innovation.”

By bringing a quantum computer to campus, 91��Ƭ�� is putting this frontier within reach of its students and faculty researchers. Here, they can experiment, innovate and translate theory into real-world impact. From life sciences to logistics, finance to materials science, the possibilities are virtually limitless.

“91��Ƭ��’s D-Wave Advantage2 system isn’t just a tool — it’s a gateway,” Hasner said. “A gateway to new discoveries, new industries and new ways of thinking. It’s a place where curiosity meets capability, where students become pioneers and where the next generation of quantum leaders will redefine what’s possible. The quantum frontier is here — and 91��Ƭ�� is leading the way.”