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IBM Quantum System One at Cleveland Clinic
OXFORD, Ohio, and CLEVELAND – Miami University and Cleveland Clinic are partnering to advance education in quantum computing and elevate Ohio’s global position in this transformative field. Through an innovative partnership, Ohio’s first specialized degree programs and research experiences in quantum computing will be established. This initiative also will cultivate scientific and entrepreneurial talent to develop companies, elevate businesses, and advance organizations that leverage quantum computing.
“This synergistic partnership will establish Ohio as a global leader in quantum computing,” Miami President Gregory Crawford said. “We look forward to working closely with Cleveland Clinic researchers, who are at the forefront of this burgeoning technology. By combining the educational, research, and healthcare excellence of Miami University and Cleveland Clinic, we are accelerating the leading-edge power of quantum computing to shape the future of healthcare and technology.”
Cleveland Clinic, an academic medical center with a global footprint, is home to pioneering and flourishing biomedical research. As part of its partnership with IBM, Cleveland Clinic houses an IBM Quantum System One, the world’s first quantum computer fully dedicated to healthcare research.
“This new educational collaboration strengthens Cleveland Clinic’s position as a leader in healthcare innovation and the emerging quantum computing industry,” said Tom Mihaljevic, M.D., Cleveland Clinic CEO and President and holder of the Morton L. Mandel CEO Chair. “By joining forces with Miami University, we are creating a robust ecosystem that will attract, educate and retain top talent, while providing unparalleled opportunities for innovation.”
The partnership advances each institution’s mission by delivering innovative, comprehensive educational offerings in quantum computing and its healthcare applications to meet the accelerating talent and workforce demands of the growing quantum computing industry in the Cleveland area. Key highlights include:
This comprehensive education model fosters innovation, entrepreneurship, and a holistic approach that will enable students to lead in quantum computing applications and development. By equipping students with communication, storytelling, and ethical and moral reasoning skills pertinent to the quantum field, they will be equipped to drive the quantum computing field in Cleveland.
MEDIA CONTACTS:
Miami University: Alecia Lipton, liptona@miamioh.edu, 513-284-0978
Cleveland Clinic: Alicia Reale, Realeca@ccf.org, 216-408-7444
Cleveland Clinic is a nonprofit multispecialty academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education. Located in Cleveland, Ohio, it was founded in 1921 by four renowned physicians with a vision of providing outstanding patient care based upon the principles of cooperation, compassion and innovation. Cleveland Clinic has pioneered many medical breakthroughs, including coronary artery bypass surgery and the first face transplant in the United States. Cleveland Clinic is consistently recognized in the U.S. and throughout the world for its expertise and care. Among Cleveland Clinic’s 81,000 employees worldwide are more than 5,743 salaried physicians and researchers, and 20,160 registered nurses and advanced practice providers, representing 140 medical specialties and subspecialties. Cleveland Clinic is a 6,690-bed health system that includes a 173-acre main campus near downtown Cleveland, 23 hospitals, 276 outpatient facilities, including locations in northeast Ohio; Florida; Las Vegas, Nevada; Toronto, Canada; Abu Dhabi, UAE; and London, England. In 2023, there were 13.7 million outpatient encounters, 323,000 hospital admissions and observations, and 301,000 surgeries and procedures throughout Cleveland Clinic’s health system. Patients came for treatment from every state and 132 countries. Visit us at clevelandclinic.org. Follow us at twitter.com/CleClinicNews. News and resources available at newsroom.clevelandclinic.org.
Established in 1809, Miami University is consistently ranked among the top 50 national public universities by U.S. News & World Report for providing students with an Ivy League-quality education at a public school price. Located in quintessential college town Oxford, Ohio—with regional campuses in Hamilton and Middletown, a learning center in West Chester, and a European study center in Luxembourg—Miami serves more than 22,600 undergraduates across more than 100 areas of study, and more than 2,200 graduate students through 78 master’s and doctoral degree programs. At this comprehensive research university, students engage and conduct research with premiere teacher-scholars. All undergraduate students benefit from a well-rounded liberal arts foundation, developing lifelong skills for any career. In 2022-2023, 60% of Miami students graduated with at least one minor or additional major, and nearly 100% participated in internships or fieldwork before graduation. Miami adds $2.3 billion each year to Ohio’s economy through innovative partnerships and job creation. Miami is a NCAA Division I school serving over 500 student-athletes across 19 varsity sports.
