Malaysia · Three-campus series

Qiskit Fall Fest 2026: Malaysia

A three-campus learning series connecting students, researchers and regional communities through quantum computing — from first principles to research and real-world formulation.

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Overarching question

How can we collectively build the capacity needed to sustain the long-term advancement of the quantum science and technology ecosystem?

About the initiative

Capacity, built collectively.

The festival brings together students, community groups, universities and regional partners to expand quantum-science education and collaboration in Malaysia.

01

Expand access to quantum learning opportunities across levels and locations.

02

Strengthen collaboration among grassroots communities, universities and regional partners.

03

Connect quantum computing foundations with research questions and real-world applications.

01

Campus event

Monash University Malaysia

2 October 2026

Venue

Seminar Room 6214, School of Business

02

Campus event

Universiti Malaya

5 October 2026

Venue

iCube, Faculty of Science

03

Campus event

Universiti Sains Malaysia

23 October 2026

Venue

Computer Lab, School of Physics

Scientific programme

Five connected areas of inquiry.

The programme connects foundational theory, current research and applied case studies across computing, biology, finance and emerging quantum technologies.

01

Financial Contagion

Network propagation and quantum-ready approaches to connected risk.

Included in the Monash programme
02

Quantum Reservoir Computing

Evolving dynamical systems that transform temporal information.

Included in the Monash programme
03

Quantum Biology

Organic complexity viewed through restrained quantum and information motifs.

Included in the USM and UM programmes
04

Quantum Diplomacy

Bridges between institutions, disciplines and regional communities.

Included in the USM programme
05

Quantum Gravity

Curvature, discrete geometry and questions at the foundations of spacetime.

Included in the USM programme

Programme dates and session placements may change. Venue and participation details are shown as currently available.

Programme schedule

Three campuses, with distinct learning tracks.

Review the current schedule for each campus. Dates, times, venues and session details may be updated as arrangements are finalised.

Current campus schedule

Monash University Malaysia

Date
2 October 2026
Venue
Seminar Room 6214, School of Business

Campus programme

Technical session
Quantum in finance: Financial contagion

Xu Zi Yu

Technical session
Quantum reservoir computing: Marine heatwave

Tee Hui En

Committee members

The team delivering the programme.

Committee members coordinate programme development, teaching and local delivery across the participating universities.

Monash University Malaysia committee

10 portraits · 10 members
Portrait of Choong Pak Shen

Committee member

Choong Pak Shen

Committee member · Multi-campus programme

Programme roleQuantum computing, quantum biology and quantum diplomacy.

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Portrait of Cheong Zheng Nam

Committee member

Cheong Zheng Nam

Committee member · Monash University Malaysia

Programme roleMonash University Malaysia committee.

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Portrait of Chathya Attanayake

Committee member

Chathya Attanayake

Committee member · Monash University Malaysia

Programme roleMonash University Malaysia committee.

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Portrait of Nethaya Attanayake

Committee member

Nethaya Attanayake

Committee member · Monash University Malaysia

Programme roleMonash University Malaysia committee.

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Portrait of Aereon Sanda

Committee member

Aereon Sanda

Committee member · Monash University Malaysia

Programme roleMonash University Malaysia committee.

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Portrait of Olu Chamathka Heiyanthuduwa

Committee member

Olu Chamathka Heiyanthuduwa

Committee member · Monash University Malaysia

Programme roleMonash University Malaysia committee.

Portrait of Albert Chao Zhen Hao

Committee member

Albert Chao Zhen Hao

Committee member · Monash University Malaysia

Programme roleMonash University Malaysia committee.

Portrait of Chang Juan Jue

Committee member

Chang Juan Jue

Committee member · Monash University Malaysia

Programme roleMonash University Malaysia committee.

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Portrait of Ee Gwen Ching

Committee member

Ee Gwen Ching

Committee member · Monash University Malaysia

Programme roleMonash University Malaysia committee.

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Portrait of Tan Chun Loong

Committee member

Tan Chun Loong

Founder · Quantum Wings; Applied Physics · NTU

Programme roleMonash University Malaysia committee.

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Universiti Malaya committee

7 portraits · 8 members
Portrait of Vannajan Sanghiran Lee

Committee member

Vannajan Sanghiran Lee

Head, UMQiST · Universiti Malaya

Short bio

Head, UMQiST, Universiti Malaya. Expert in computational chemistry, molecular modelling and simulation, AI/ML and quantum-enabled molecular design, with applications in drug discovery, precision healthcare and advanced materials. Recipient of the 2023 UNESCO Woman of Influence in Science & Technology Award and selected among the Quantum 100 by the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ 2025).

Programme roleWelcoming remarks for the Universiti Malaya programme.

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Portrait of Jirawat Tangpanitanon

Committee member

Jirawat Tangpanitanon

CEO & Co-founder · QTFT

Short bio

CEO and Co-founder of the Quantum Technology Foundation Thailand (QTFT) and a researcher in quantum technology. He holds a PhD in Physics from NUS and an MSc from Cambridge. His research includes quantum simulation, quantum many-body systems and quantum computing, with recent work extending to practical quantum optimization for energy and industry applications. He received Google’s Quantum Innovations Award in 2018 for work related to quantum-computer spectroscopy, published in Science.

Programme roleFrom research to quantum deep-tech; business models and commercialisation.

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Portrait of Peng Weng Kung

Committee member

Peng Weng Kung

Professor · Osaka University

Short bio

Professor at Osaka University, affiliated with the Center for Quantum Information and Quantum Biology. His research focuses on quantum bioengineering, complexity in biological systems and AI-driven precision medicine, integrating quantum information, data science, molecular and biological analysis and advanced sensing. His work includes AI-enabled precision medicine, NMR-based molecular fingerprinting and high-throughput biological and food phenotyping.

Programme roleComplexity in biosystems and quantum bioengineering.

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Portrait of Xu Zi Yu

Committee member

Xu Zi Yu

Mechanical Engineering undergraduate · Universiti Malaya

Programme roleQuantum algorithms for financial-contagion modelling.

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Portrait of Tee Hui En

Committee member

Tee Hui En

Physics undergraduate · Universiti Malaya

Short bio

I am a final-year physics undergraduate at Universiti Malaya, with interests in quantum physics, gravity, and fundamental physics. I serve as Chief Strategy Officer of Quantum Wings, where I contribute to quantum education initiatives for high school students. I have also served on the organising committees of quantum initiatives including Qiskit Fall Fest Malaysia 2025, ASEAN Quantum Summit 2025, and Quantum Fall Fest Singapore 2025. I placed third at SEA Quantathon 2025 and returned as a mentor for SEA Quantathon 2026.

Programme roleQuantum reservoir computing and marine heatwave forecasting.

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Portrait of Adam Johan

Committee member

Adam Johan

Physics undergraduate · Universiti Malaya

Short bio

I am a third-year physics undergraduate at Universiti Malaya, having an interest in particle physics, both experimental and theoretical. I was a director for Eyes On The Sky, a stargazing event under Persatuan Fizik Universiti Malaya, collaborating with Infinite Sky Society and Astronomy Club IIUM. Currently, I am actively advancing my programming skills by learning ROOT, a software framework built by CERN for data analysis and archival storage.

Programme roleUniversiti Malaya local organising committee.

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Portrait of Nicholas Tan Jia Joo

Committee member

Nicholas Tan Jia Joo

Local organising committee · Universiti Malaya

Short bio

I am a semester 3 physics undergraduate at Universiti Malaya with a 4.00 CGPA. Driven by renewable energy solutions, I apply practical expertise in UV-Vis spectroscopy, micro-fabrication, and Python data modeling to my laboratory research. Outside of my academic pursuits, I actively contribute to my community as a private tutor and volunteer, and I am currently advancing my multilingual skills by learning German.

Programme roleUniversiti Malaya local organising committee.

Committee member

Kumutha Kannan

Universiti Malaya

Universiti Sains Malaysia committee

9 portraits · 9 members
Portrait of Takshayani Nanthakumar

Committee member

Takshayani Nanthakumar

Physics undergraduate · Universiti Sains Malaysia

Programme roleWelcoming remarks for the Universiti Sains Malaysia programme.

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Portrait of Wan Mohamad Husni Wan Mokhtar

Committee member

Wan Mohamad Husni Wan Mokhtar

Physics lecturer · Universiti Sains Malaysia

Programme roleIntroduction to quantum gravity.

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Portrait of Ambrose Ting Jung Loong

Committee member

Ambrose Ting Jung Loong

Physics undergraduate · Universiti Sains Malaysia

Programme roleProgramme committee, Universiti Sains Malaysia.

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Portrait of Emily Low Yi Xuan

Committee member

Emily Low Yi Xuan

Pure Physics undergraduate · Universiti Sains Malaysia

Short bio

Currently a second-year Physics undergraduate at Universiti Sains Malaysia, driven by a curiosity about the largest and smallest scales of nature. Academic interests primarily encompass Astronomy and Astrophysics and Quantum Physics, alongside a strong interest in AI engineering and its applications in science and technology. In 2026, awarded the Top Talent Award at the Asian Astronomy and Astrophysics Olympiad in recognition of demonstrated aptitude and strong interest in Astronomy and Astrophysics. Future academic pursuits aim to explore the intersection of fundamental physics, computational science, and emerging AI technologies.

Programme roleIntroduction to quantum information and computing.

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Portrait of Shanmathi A/P Ananthan

Committee member

Shanmathi A/P Ananthan

Medical Physics undergraduate · Universiti Sains Malaysia

Programme roleIntroduction to Qiskit.

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Portrait of Chan Shang Lin

Committee member

Chan Shang Lin

Programme committee · Universiti Sains Malaysia

Programme roleIntroduction to Qiskit.

Portrait of Lai Jian Hou

Committee member

Lai Jian Hou

Incoming MSc in Physics · National Taiwan University

Programme roleProgramme committee, Universiti Sains Malaysia.

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Portrait of Luay Chee Yi

Committee member

Luay Chee Yi

Physics student · Universiti Sains Malaysia

Programme roleProgramme committee, Universiti Sains Malaysia.

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Portrait of Leong Ye Xian

Committee member

Leong Ye Xian

Programme committee · Universiti Sains Malaysia

Programme roleQuantum biology at Universiti Malaya and Universiti Sains Malaysia.

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Participation

Start where you are. Go as deep as you’re ready.

The series is designed for learners with different levels of prior knowledge and for participants from varied academic and geographic backgrounds.

L0

Introductory

No prerequisites are expected.

Newcomers and students exploring quantum computing for the first time.

L1

Intermediate

A basic understanding of quantum computing is expected.

Learners ready to connect foundations with technical examples and applications.

L2

Advanced

Research-level material will be presented.

Researchers and experienced learners engaging with specialist topics.

Registration

Registration details coming soon.

Venue & hybrid participation

Three campuses with online access.

The Malaysian campus network spans Penang, Kuala Lumpur and Bandar Sunway, linked with regional nodes at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia in Johor Bahru, Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember in Surabaya and Suranaree University of Technology in Nakhon Ratchasima. Online-access details will be updated as arrangements are finalised.

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Monash University Malaysia

Seminar Room 6214, School of Business

Universiti Malaya

iCube, Faculty of Science

Universiti Sains Malaysia

Computer Lab, School of Physics

Online participation

To be announced

Platform, access links and session availability coming soon.

Organisers & partners

A platform built across institutions and communities.

The festival is coordinated across three universities with support from regional quantum, education and community organisations.

Participating universities

Universiti Sains Malaysia logo

Universiti Sains Malaysia

Monash University logo

Monash University Malaysia

Universiti Malaya logo

Universiti Malaya

Supporting organisations

MOSAIC logo

Movement for Open Science Access and Inclusive Communities (MOSAIC)

Malaysia Quantum Information Initiative logo

Malaysia Quantum Information Initiative (MyQI)

Quantum Wings logo

Quantum Wings

Monash Analytics Club
Center of Excellence Quantum Information Science and Technology logo

Center of Excellence Quantum Information Science and Technology (CoE QIST)

QTRic logo

Quantum Technology Research initiative consortium (QTRic)

Quantum Technology Foundation Thailand logo

QTFT

View local organising committees27 listed roles across three universities

Monash University Malaysia

  1. Choong Pak Shen
  2. Cheong Zheng Nam
  3. Chathya Attanayake
  4. Nethaya Attanayake
  5. Aereon Sanda
  6. Olu Chamathka Heiyanthuduwa
  7. Albert Chao Zhen Hao
  8. Chang Juan Jue
  9. Ee Gwen Ching
  10. Tan Chun Loong

Universiti Malaya

  1. Vannajan Sanghiran Lee
  2. Jirawat Tangpanitanon
  3. Peng Weng Kung
  4. Xu Zi Yu
  5. Tee Hui En
  6. Adam Johan
  7. Nicholas Tan Jia Joo
  8. Kumutha Kannan

Universiti Sains Malaysia

  1. Takshayani Nanthakumar
  2. Wan Mohamad Husni Wan Mokhtar
  3. Ambrose Ting Jung Loong
  4. Emily Low Yi Xuan
  5. Shanmathi A/P Ananthan
  6. Chan Shang Lin
  7. Lai Jian Hou
  8. Luay Chee Yi
  9. Leong Ye Xian

FAQ

Event information and participation details.

01

Is registration open?

A registration link has not yet been announced. Registration details will be added here when available.

02

Do I need prior quantum-computing experience?

Not for introductory sessions. Intermediate sessions expect a basic understanding of quantum computing, while advanced sessions may present research-level material.

03

Can I join online?

The event format is hybrid. The online platform, access links and session-specific participation arrangements are still to be announced.

04

Are the dates and programme final?

Current October dates and session placements may change. Please refer to this website for the latest information.

05

Will certificates or prizes be offered?

Certificates, prizes and participant benefits have not been announced. Details will be added if available.

Qiskit Fall Fest 2026: Malaysia

Build literacy. Connect communities. Advance together.

Registration and contact details will be announced.

Details coming soon