We are a community of industry leaders and quantum innovators accelerating the applications of quantum by Leveraging the unique convergence of technology and science in Massachusetts.

Join us for the 2nd edition of the convergence quantum conference (CQII) on 03.24.26.

The Convergence Center for Applied Quantum Computing creates the industry collaborations that unlock the greatest potential for quantum applications. With a current focus on applications in the life sciences, we approach quantum from an industry first perspective, working closely with life sciences leaders to explore promising applications using applied quantum. Our industry advisory board includes leaders in the life sciences, investors and researchers, who, together, create an interdisciplinary community of experts.

Join industry thought leaders on March 24th for Convergence Quantum II taking place at The Engine in Kendall Square.

Convergence Quantum II Speakers

  • Mark Adams

    PARTNER, TWO BEAR CAPITAL

  • Larissa Bifano

    PARTNER, DLA PIPER

  • Sella Brosch, MD

    CEO, NVISION

  • Nicholas Burns

    former Ambassador to China; Vice Chair, The Cohen Group

  • Alexey Galda, PhD

    ASSOCIATE SCIENTIFIC DIRECTOR, QUANTUM ALGORITHMS AND APPLICATIONS, MODERNA

  • Shayne Gilbert

    FOUNDER, THE CONVERGENCE CENTER FOR APPLIED QUANTUM COMPUTING; PRESIDENT, FUTURE FORWARD EVENTS

  • Kristina Kitko, PhD

    DIRECTOR OF VENTURE SCIENCE, ELI LILLY AND COMPANY

  • Emily Knight

    CEO & PRESIDENT, THE ENGINE

  • James Massaquoi

    SENIOR ASSOCIATE, GLASSWING VENTURES

  • Wil Ngawa, PhD

    UNIVERSITY PROFESSOR IN RADIATION ONCOLOGY, HARVARD MEDICAL SCHOOL; PROGRAM MANAGER, HEALTH SCIENCE FUTURES, ARPA-H

  • Eric Paley

    SECRETARY OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS

  • Varun Ramdevan

    EXTERNAL INNOVATION AND PARTNERSHIPS, ENTERPRISE TECHNOLOGY, JOHNSON & JOHNSON

  • Sanjoy Ray

    CHIEF SCIENCE OFFICER, PEXMACHINA

  • Travis Scholten, PhD

    TECHNICAL LEAD, PUBLIC SECTOR, IBM

  • Woody Sherman

    CHIEF INNOVATION OFFICER, PSITHERA

  • Stacy Swider

    VICE PRESIDENT, INVESTMENTS, MASSVENTURES

  • Ramani Varanasi

    CEO, LIBRIS INNVOATIONS

The Convergence Center for Applied Quantum Computing is produced by the team that has hosted the Convergence Forum, an annual invitation-only gathering of life sciences executives, since 2004. Find out more about the program and those who attend here.