Quantum Chemistry and Computing for the Curious: Explore quantum chemistry with Python and Qiskit through modern algorithms and real-world examples

di Dr. Keeper Layne Sharkey (Autore)

Alain Chancé (Autore)

Packt Publishing Limited, 2026

Learn quantum chemistry and computing with updated Qiskit workflows, noise-aware simulations, and quantum machine learning techniques using Python, with hands-on learning, turning complex concepts into practical skills. Key Features Explore new chapters on quantum machine learning and advanced algorithms Apply noise-aware quantum chemistry with error mitigation techniques Work with updated Qiskit workflows and modern Python examples Book DescriptionBuild a solid foundation in quantum chemistry and quantum computing using modern tools, updated frameworks, and practical Python examples. In its second edition, this book enhances the original with new chapters and refreshed workflows aligned with the latest advancements. You begin with core principles of quantum mechanics, quantum information, and molecular Hamiltonians, updated to incorporate the latest Qiskit capabilities. You then implement hybrid algorithms such as VQE using improved Python workflows. New to this edition, you will explore noise aware quantum chemistry, including error mitigation techniques and optimizer behavior in realistic simulations. The book also introduces quantum machine learning for molecular prediction and a new generation of quantum algorithms for chemistry, including Quantum Phase Estimation (QPE), Quantum Imaginary Time Evolution (QITE), quantum Lanczos and subspace methods, and sampling based approaches such as Sample based Quantum Diagonalization (SQD), Sample based Krylov Quantum Diagonalization (SKQD), and SqDRIFT, which combines SKQD with a qDRIFT style randomized compilation of the Hamiltonian propagator. By the end of this book, you will be able to model molecular systems and apply modern quantum techniques with confidence. What you will learn Understand quantum mechanics and molecular systems Build quantum circuits using Qiskit and Python Implement VQE for molecular energy estimation Apply error mitigation in noisy quantum systems Use optimizers for stable hybrid quantum workflows Develop quantum machine learning models for molecules Explore advanced algorithms beyond VQE Who this book is forProfessionals interested in chemistry and computer science at the early stages of learning or interested in a career of quantum computational chemistry and quantum computing, including advanced high school and college students. Helpful to have high school level chemistry, mathematics (algebra), and programming. An introductory level of understanding Python is sufficient to read the code presented to illustrate quantum chemistry and computing.

• Autore: Dr. Keeper Layne Sharkey, Alain Chancé
• Editore: Packt Publishing Limited
• Anno: 2026
• Rilegatura: Paperback / softback
• Pagine: 492 p.
• Dimensioni: 235 x 191 mm
• EAN: 9781807304676

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