The 2nd International Quantum Horizons Symposium
Banff, Alberta, Canada
July 22-24, 2026
Pursuing the untold potential of quantum science
Pursuing the untold potentials of quantum science:
The 2nd International Quantum Horizons Symposium
Join us at the Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity from July 22–24, 2026, for a deep dive into the next era of quantum discovery. Hosted by Quantum Horizons Alberta, this symposium serves as a premier global stage for visionary thinkers and leading experts to share groundbreaking research.
Against the stunning backdrop of the Canadian Rockies, we aim to catalyze the conversations that will define the future of the field. Beyond our invited talks, the heart of the symposium lies in our dedicated poster sessions, designed to spark collaborative breakthroughs and rigorous discussion across all disciplines of quantum science.
Secure Your Place! With limited capacity to ensure high-quality interactions, early registration is encouraged.
Registration Fee: CA$600 (includes full program and snacks; students and postdocs may be eligible for accommodation coverage)
Deadline: Sunday, June 14, 2026 (12:00 PM MDT)
Inquiries: qha@ualberta.ca
** Registration will open soon **
Invited Speakers
In surname alphabetical order
Stephon Alexander (Brown University)
title to be confirmed
Robert Brandenberger (McGill University)
title to be confirmed
Tomáš Bzdušek (University of Zurich)
Topological gauge structures in Cayley-Schreier lattices
Giulio Chiribella (The University of Hong Kong)
title to be confirmed
Riccardo Comin (Massachusetts Institute of Technology)
Spectroscopy of quantum geometry
Frank Hegmann (University of Alberta)
title to be confirmed
Jorge Hirsch (University of California, San Diego)
Superconductivity and Alfven's theorem
Keshav Dasgupta (McGill University)
de Sitter spacetime in string theory
Paweł Horodecki (Gdańsk University of Technology)
title to be confirmed
Artur Izmaylov (University of Toronto)
Approximate symmetries for quantum chemistry on a quantum computer
Steven Johnston (University of Tennessee, Knoxville)
Chiral orders in 1/3rd monolayers of Sn on a Silicon substrate
Anupam Mazumdar (University of Groningen)
Witnessing the quantum natured gravity in a lab
Daniel Lidar (University of Southern California)
title to be confirmed
Allan MacDonald (University of Texas at Austin)
Hitchhikers Guide to Rhombohedral Graphene
Mio Murao (University of Tokyo)
Quantum learning with higher-order quantum computation
Barry C Sanders (University of Calgary)
Relativistic quantum computing
Christoph Simon (University of Calgary)
Quantum biology: Does nature use quantum tricks?
Urbasi Sinha (University of Calgary)
title to be confirmed
Rob Spekkens (Perimeter Institute)
title to be confirmed
Steve White (University of California, Irvine)
Unusual energy spectra of matrix product states
Emily Zhang (Stanford University)
Quadratic temperature dependence of the inverse Hall angle in the doped Hubbard model
Xinan Zhou (University of Chinese Academy of Sciences)
Cosmological Correlators Using Tensor Networks
Kathryn Zurek (California Institute of Technology)
Quantum Gravity in a Causal Diamond
Wojciech Zurek (Los Alamos National Laboratory)
title to be confirmed
Italic = to be confirmed
Last updated: April 8, 2026
Plan Your Trip to Banff
Venue Accommodations
Location:
107 Tunnel Mountain Drive
Banff, AB T1L 1H5
Event Dates:
July 22–24, 2026
Accommodation Details:
Attendees are responsible for booking their own accommodations.
Please note that conference registration fees are separate.
Important Deadline:
Room bookings must be completed by Sun, June 14, 2026.
Getting to Banff
Traveling from Calgary International Airport to Banff is easy and convenient. Shuttle services, such as the Banff Airporter, provide reliable transportation directly to Banff.
Explore the Surrounding Areas:
Lake Louise: Known for its stunning turquoise waters.
Yoho National Park: Home to breathtaking waterfalls and hiking trails.
Kootenay National Park: Explore diverse landscapes and natural hot springs.
Plan your trip and make the most of your time in the Canadian Rockies!
Be reminded to reserve the Parking Pass before travelling to Banff. Information can be found on: https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/ab/banff/visit/passer-passes/
Organizing Committee
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Heliudson Bernardo
University of Lethbridge
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Igor Boettcher
University of Alberta
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Saurya Das (Chair)
University of Lethbridge
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Daya Gaur
University of Lethbridge
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Frank Marsiglio
University of Alberta
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Dennis Salahub
University of Calgary
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Carlo Maria Scandolo
University of Calgary
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Aninda Sinha
University of Calgary/IISc