QT: Quantum Computing Reasearch

The Quantum Computing Research team studies how quantum technologies could reshape computing at GCU if implemented, and the future of technology, with a focus on emerging real-world applications and platforms. The team also identifies the skills and fundamentals that students and professionals will need as quantum systems advance from experimental prototypes to practical tools in IT environments.

Project Updates

Oct 17, 2025

  • Assigned members to Quantum Computing Research Team
  • Created the Quantum Computing Research Website

Oct 29, 2025

  • Reviewed IBM’s basic-level course covering the Fundamentals of Quantum Information
  • Reviewed an MSN article discussing findings that a Quantum ‘lie detector’ confirms real quantum entanglement in modern Quantum Processors
  • Researched an experiment that demonstrates genuine Quantum Entanglement in large-scale processors and provides a benchmark for evaluating future Quantum Computing Systems

Oct 29, 2025 - Nov 4, 2025

  • Met with Faulty Advisor
  • Reviewed our core focus on assessing the investment potential of Quantum Computing
  • Examined anticipated areas of Quantum Computing adoption over the next 5–10 years

Nov 10, 2025 - Nov 15, 2025

  • Communicated with group members to align on the goals and research findings we have developed so far regarding Quantum Computing
  • Created a presentation summarizing research on Quantum Computing, including its basics, potential benefits and drawbacks, and possible adoption timeframe in the IT industry/workforce

Nov 17, 2025

  • Presented our research to the CAIR team/members and outlined the tasks each member was assigned for further investigation
  • Highlighted the need to continue exploring this evolving field and proposed creating a progress report to track findings

Nov 19, 2025 — Nov 20, 2025

  • Discussed the need to research how Quantum Computing could affect cybersecurity, including its impact on encryption systems and commonly used algorithms like AES, 3DES, and DES
  • Observed that Quantum Computers are unlikely to improve attacks drastically on symmetric algorithms, but may significantly impact the security of asymmetric algorithms like RSA and ECC

Nov 20, 2025 - Nov 26, 2025

  • Researched articles on Key Categories of Quantum that were relevant in progressing Quantum Technology:
  • - Financing
  • - Hardware
  • - Algorithms

Nov 26, 2025

  • Reviewed an article describing a recent experiment that provides new evidence of unusually complex Quantum Behavior, highlighting phenomena that go beyond previously understood Quantum Principles
  • Researched an experiment showing Qubits exhibiting stronger than expected Quantum Behavior, even under environmental noise

Nov 27, 2025

Nov 28, 2025 — Nov 30, 2025

  • Collaborated as a team to confirm additional research findings on Quantum Computing
  • Updated our presentation to incorporate new research and insights on Quantum Computing

Dec 8, 2025

  • During the final presentation, the conclusion was that investment should not take priority.
  • There is indeed a significant amount of money being invested into Quantum.
  • The hardware has never been better.
  • Quantum is now mirroring classical tools (Machine Learning).
  • GCU would be investing in pioneers that will then teach future generations to utilize quantum computing.

Dec 8, 2025

  • Reviewed an article discussing the concept of “teleporting” information using Quantum Entanglement, explaining how a Quantum State can be transmitted across a distance without moving the particle itself
  • Researched that actual Quantum Teleportation involves transferring a Quantum State via shared entanglement combined with classical communication, preserving the Quantum Information at the destination
  • Delivered a final presentation on our Quantum Computing Research, sharing key findings and providing the team’s final insights and conclusions, moving forward with Quantum Computing

Dec 10, 2025

  • Tasked with creating an introductory course for GCU Honors called 'Quantum Foundations'.
  • This would cover any introductory information.

Meet the Team

Michael Knight

Information Technology w/ Cybersecurity

David Smical

Computer Science

Emiliano Nolasco

Computer Science