Quantum Biology: The Next Frontier of Computing, Life, and Intelligence

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USC Hughes Aircraft Electrical Engineering Center (Eeb)Los Angeles, CA
Wednesday, July 22 • 2 PM - 6 PM

What happens when quantum mechanics meets biology? The answers are reshaping medicine, computing, and our understanding of life itself.
Qubits Ventures invites students, scientists, clinicians, founders, and curious minds to explore the emerging world of quantum biology, from photosynthesis and enzyme catalysis, the potential of quantum sensing in diagnostics, and the future of bio-inspired computing. Connect with leading researchers and founders, hear from companies building real products in this space, and discover how you can be part of what comes next. Whether you're new to the field or already working in the periphery, this is your community.

### Agenda

02:15 PM - 02:45 PM
Life at the Quantum Scale: A Primer for Innovators
Nirosha Murugan
A high-level, accessible introduction to quantum biology for attendees across all backgrounds.

02:50 PM - 03:30 PM
Quantum Biology at the Frontier: Science, Startups, and What Comes Next
Nardo Manaloto
An in-depth conversation with leading voices in quantum biology research and commercialization, exploring the trajectory from fundamental discovery to real-world application: what's ready now, what's still theoretical, and what the field needs most to accelerate.

03:45 PM - 04:45 PM
Lab to Life: Building Companies at the Intersection of Quantum and Biology
A moderated conversation with founders and researchers actively building at the quantum biology frontier. We'll cover topics such as what it actually means to build a quantum biology company, what funding pathways exist, how to communicate the science to non-expert investors, and what the commercial roadmap looks like from lab to product.

04:45 PM - 05:15 PM
Building the Quantum Workforce: Pathways Beyond the PhD
Lin Yi
A focused session on how we build the next generation of quantum biology talent at every level, including pre-college exposure, college-level engagement, non-PhD career tracks, and how apprenticeship and mentorship models can open the field to a broader range of people.

05:15 PM - 06:00 PM
Quantum Biology Showcase & Networking
Casual networking (no alcohol) and one-on-one discussions with panelists and exhibitors to close the event.