(A Satellite Workshop of PCSC 2024) Adventist University of the Philippines, Silang Cavite 12 May 2024
This workshop intends to introduce the computing community in the country to Quantum Computing. The main goal of the workshop is to put together in one venue individuals who are working on, interested in, and curious about quantum computing, it’s power to solves interesting problems and its limitations. We hope to provide a friendly atmosphere during the workshop for individuals or group of individuals to share their output and experiences working on quantum computing. This maiden workshop aims to prepare participants in understanding and appreciation of the power of quantum computing through a short tutorial on quantum algorithm and programming.
Quick Links
Registration: https://bit.ly/QCWorkshop2024registration
Submission of Abstracts: https://bit.ly/QCWorkshop2024abstractsubmission
Topics (but not limited to):
Quantum algorithms, quantum annealing, quantum communications, quantum cryptography, quantum decoherence, quantum error correction, quantum programming, quantum sensing, quantum simulations, post quantum cryptography
Keynote Speaker
Lattice Cryptography: Theory, Applications, and Standardization Efforts
David Earl Robles
This presentation provides a mathematical introduction to lattice cryptography, exploring its theoretical underpinnings, practical applications, and ongoing standardization initiatives. Lattice cryptography stands as a bedrock for many next- generation post-quantum cryptographic protocols, as evidenced by the recent draft documents published by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in November 2023. These drafts emphasize the critical role of lattice-based cryptography in shaping future security landscapes, potentially replacing current Elliptic Curve Cryptography (ECC). The presentation will begin with a discussion of the theoretical foundations of lattice cryptography, explaining its mathematical structures and the underlying hardness assumptions that underpin its security guarantees. It will then delve into prominent applications of lattice cryptography in key encapsulation mechanisms (KEMs), digital signature schemes, and Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE) schemes. These building blocks provide essential functionalities for the post-quantum era, encompassing secure communication, verifiable data integrity, efficient key management, and controlled data access with privacy preservation.
Program Committee
| Jeffrey Aborot | Advanced Science, and Technology Institute - DOST |
| Henry Adorna | University of the Philippines Diliman (co-Chair) |
| Richard Bryann Chua | University of the Philippines Manila |
| Bobby Corpus | One Quantum PH (co-Chair) |
| Eric Galapon | National Institute of Physics |
| Lucky Galvez | Institute of Mathematics, UPDiliman |
| Dylan Josh Lopez | Chung Yuan Christian University |
| Elmer Peramo | Advanced Science, and Technology Institute - DOST |
| Jacqui Romero | The University of Queensland |
Submission
We invite everyone who have been working on quantum computing to submit an Extended Abstract of their work with at most three (3) pages long. The Extended Abstract must contain (a) the problem you intend to consider/solve in your work; (b) quantum computing technique you used in solving the problem; (c) the results of your computation/simulations, and (d) finally your conclusion. Please use the following template for the Extended Abstract, which can be obtained from here.
We invite submissions of works-in-progress, interactive / simulation demos, and position papers that contribute to the advancement of Quantum Information, Communication, and Technology (QICT) research in the Philippines.
Proceedings
Accepted papers will be included in the workshop proceedings, which will be announced soon.
Important Dates
| Abstract Submission Deadline | April 30, 2024 (Tuesday) |
| Notification of Acceptance | May 5, 2024 (Sunday) |
| Workshop Date | May 12, 2024 (Sunday) |
Submission Portal:
bit.ly/QCWorkshop2024abstractsubmission
Registrations: (payment can be paid on site or via GCash)
Authors and Regular Workshop Participants
| Registered Participants of PCSC 2024 | |
| (show PCSC2024 registration fee receipt) | 1,000.00 PhP |
| Not Registered Participants of PCSC 2024 | |
| Authors and Regular Workshop Participants | 2,000.00 PhP |
Please register via
bit.ly/QCWorkshop2024registration
Workshop Venue
The workshop will be held at Adventist University of the Philippines (AUP), Silang Cavite as part of the Philippine Computing Science Congress (PCSC), the premier annual computing conference in the Philippines. AUP is about 18 minutes ride by car/public transport from DLSU Laguna Campus, in the direction towards Tagaytay City.
Tentative Program
| 07:00 | Registration and Welcome Coffee |
| 08:00 | Opening and Welcome Remarks |
| 08:45 | Coffee Break |
| 09:00 | Workshop Activities |
| 12:00 | Lunch Break |
| 01:00 | Keynote |
| 02:00 | Paper Presentations |
| 04:00 | Coffee Break |
| 04:15 | Closing Ceremonies |
| 05:00 | End |