The Venue

DAMA Technopole: A Global Hub for Quantum Computing, HPC, and AI 

The DAMA Technopole in Bologna is a key part of the Italian Data Valley, a fundamental pillar of Italy’s innovation ecosystem. With over 140,000 square meters of cutting-edge research infrastructures, DAMA is home to CINECA’s Leonardo Supercomputer, one of the top ten fastest supercomputers in the world, and the newly established AI Factory, a European flagship for AI-driven innovation.

Quantum Computing & High-Performance Computing (HPC)

DAMA is at the forefront of Quantum Computing, supporting the integration of quantum processors (QPUs) with supercomputers. It has been selected as a hosting site for one of EuroHPC’s six quantum computers, paving the way for Europe’s quantum advancements. CINECA, a key partner, is already offering quantum emulators and hybrid HPC/QC workflows, ensuring seamless adoption of quantum technologies.

Through strategic collaborations with leading quantum companies like IQM and Pasqal, DAMA is accelerating innovation. Notably, researchers recently implemented a hybrid quantum-classical algorithm on Pasqal’s Fresnel quantum processor, solving complex cellular network optimization problems with remarkable noise resilience—demonstrating the potential of neutral-atom quantum computing.

AI Factory & Industry Applications

DAMA is also the headquarters of IT4LIA AI Factory, one of the first European AI Factories selected by the European Commission. This initiative will host a next-generation AI-optimized supercomputer to revolutionize industries such as climate science, cybersecurity, manufacturing, and logistics.

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Plane

The closest airport is the Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ). From the airport, you can get to Tecnopolo by taxi or by bus, using the Marconi Express all the way to Bologna Centrale and change to the 25 bus line from Bologna Centrale to Manifattura.

Train

The closest train station is Bologna Centrale. From there, please take the 68 bus line to Bonvicini, the 356 bus line from Bologna Central Bus Station to Bonvicini or the 25 bus line from Stazione Centrale to Manifattura.