Rigetti Computing and Montana State University Collaborate to Advance Quantum Research and Innovation

Core Insights - Rigetti Computing has entered a collaboration with Montana State University (MSU) to enhance quantum computing research and innovation [2][5] - The opening of QCORE, MSU's new research center, features a 9-qubit Novera QPU, marking MSU as the first academic institution with an on-premises Rigetti quantum computer [2][4] - The partnership aims to focus on various initiatives, including research on quantum hardware, workforce development, and co-development of quantum technologies [5][6] Company Overview - Rigetti is recognized as a pioneer in full-stack quantum computing, having operated quantum computers over the cloud since 2017 [7] - The company began selling on-premises quantum computing systems in 2021, with qubit counts ranging from 24 to 84 [7] - Rigetti's Novera QPU, introduced in 2023, is designed for high-performance integration with existing systems and supports a broader R&D community [7] Strategic Initiatives - The collaboration with MSU will include strategic and technical support for QCORE, emphasizing the importance of public-private partnerships in advancing quantum technologies [5][6] - Rigetti's research efforts will also involve partnerships with the Air Force Research Lab to develop customized quantum systems for networking hardware [6] - The Novera QPU is manufactured at Rigetti's Fab-1, the first dedicated quantum device manufacturing facility in the industry [6][7]