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Xavier University of Louisiana Partners with IBM for Quantum Education and Research Initiative aimed at Historically Black Colleges and Universities

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September 17, 2020 – Today, IBM is announcing its first IBM Quantum education and research initiative for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU), aimed at driving a diverse and inclusive quantum workforce. Xavier University of Louisiana and 12 additional HBCUs, the IBM-HBCU Quantum Center, will offer access to its quantum computers, as well as collaboration on academic, education, and community outreach programs. 

Full Story: IBM Establishes First Quantum Education and Research Initiative for Historically Black Colleges and Universities

The IBM Research blog:

HBCU Center Driving Diversity and Inclusion in Quantum Computing

The new IBM-HBCU Quantum Center announced at IBM’s Quantum Summit is a multi-year investment that will bring together researchers and students across a network of 13 HBCUs.

To learn more about IBM’s 100 years of work on diversity, inclusion and equality in the workplace, visit https://www.ibm.com/employment/inclusion/