Program

Two days, one question: how do we get quantum computing out of the lab and into cancer care? Day 1 digs into the research and the clinic, closing with a facility visit; Day 2 turns to in-depth panels on scientific, clinical, and technological opportunities ahead.

Speaker names will be added to the agenda below as the lineup is confirmed.

Nov 5–6, 2026

Carolina at The Capitol, 101 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC

Hybrid event

Welcome and Quantum Computing in Oncology

This opening session introduces the goals of the workshop and provides a broad overview of the role of quantum and quantum-inspired technologies in oncology, with perspectives from research, medicine, and clinical innovation.

9:00 – 9:05 Welcome
9:05 – 9:15 Opening Remarks
9:15 – 9:25 Healthcare, Medicine, and Emerging Technologies
9:25 – 9:55 Keynote Talk
9:55 – 10:25 Keynote Talk
10:25 – 10:40 Networking Break and Light Refreshments

Quantum Computing in Radiation Oncology

This session highlights key application areas in radiation oncology where quantum and quantum-inspired approaches may have an impact, including treatment planning, imaging, workflow, and related clinical challenges.

10:40 – 11:00 Talk
11:00 – 11:20 Talk
11:20 – 11:40 Talk
11:40 – 12:00 Talk

12:00 – 12:30 Lunch

Quantum Optimization for Treatment Planning: Example and Demonstration

This session presents a practical example of quantum-enhanced treatment planning and includes a demonstration of quantum heuristic decomposition and related optimization methods.

12:30 – 13:30 Quantum Heuristic Decomposition and Practical Demo
13:30 – 13:40 Networking Break and Light Refreshments

Quantum Hardware and Platforms for Oncology Applications

This session provides an overview of current quantum computing platforms and hardware approaches relevant to healthcare and oncology applications, including optimization and computational workflows.

13:40 – 14:00 Quantum Hardware Session
14:00 – 14:20 Quantum Hardware Session
14:20 – 14:40 Quantum Hardware Session
14:40 – 15:00 Quantum Hardware Session
15:00 – 15:20 Quantum Hardware Session
15:20 – 15:30 Networking Break and Light Refreshments

Applications and Case Studies in Radiation Oncology

This session focuses on practical examples and case studies at the intersection of quantum computing and radiation oncology, including planning workflows and clinically motivated computational challenges.

15:30 – 15:50 Application Talk
15:50 – 16:10 Application Talk
16:10 – 16:30 Application Talk
16:30 – 16:50 Application Talk
16:50 – 17:00 Networking Break and Light Refreshments

International Collaboration and Research Opportunities Panel

This short session highlights opportunities for international collaboration, partnership building, and future research initiatives in quantum technologies for precision oncology.

17:00 – 17:30 International Collaboration Panel

Facility Visit

Participants will travel to a cancer treatment facility for a guided visit, including exposure to photon and proton therapy systems and adaptive treatment technologies.

17:30 Shuttle Bus Departure for Facility Visit

Panels and Community Discussion

The second day is devoted to in-depth panel discussions on scientific challenges, clinical needs, technological opportunities, and future directions for quantum technologies in precision oncology.

9:00 – 9:10 Opening
9:10 – 10:00 Panel Discussion and Round table
10:00 – 10:10 Networking Break and Light Refreshments
10:10 – 11:00 Panel Discussion and Round table
11:00 – 12:30 Lunch and Adjourn