QubiTO · Politecnico di Torino

QubiTO HACKATHON

24 hours of quantum computing

11 — 13 December 2026 · Torino

until the opening talks
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A quantum hackathon

QubiTO, the quantum computing student team of Politecnico di Torino, brings together students, researchers and companies for three days. First, partner companies present real problems. Then teams have 24 hours to solve them with quantum algorithms and simulators.

24hof non-stop hacking
3days, 11–13 December
4people per team, formed on site

Programme

tentativeTimes may still change. We will confirm the final schedule closer to the event.

|11.12⟩

Company talks

  • Company talksPartner companies present their work and the problems behind the challenges
  • Dinner at Comala
|12.12⟩

Hacking starts

  • Breakfast
  • Challenges presented
  • Coding begins24 hours on the clock
  • Lunch
  • Hacking
  • Dinner
  • Hacking through the night
|13.12⟩

Solutions and awards

  • Breakfast
  • Coding ends, lunch
  • Solutions presented
  • Semi-finalists announced
  • Finalists announced
  • Awards, networking and coffee

Partners

The companies and institutions that make the hackathon possible.

PartnerIQM Quantum ComputersQuantum computers for research and industry
HostPolitecnico di TorinoPartnerFondazione LINKSPartnerQCentroid

Want your company here? Present a challenge, meet motivated quantum talent and support the student community.

Get in touch

FAQ

Who can apply?

Everyone: bachelor's, master's and PhD students, researchers and professionals, from any university or organisation. You don't need to be at Politecnico di Torino.

Do I need to know quantum computing?

No. Curiosity is enough: we look for mixed teams, and mentors will help you get started.

Does it cost anything?

Participation is free, and all meals are included: dinner on 11 December, breakfast, lunch and dinner on 12 December, breakfast and lunch on 13 December.

Do I need a team to apply?

No. Everyone applies individually, and teams of 4 are formed on site at the start of the event.

What should I bring?

A laptop, a charger, an ID and whatever you need to survive 24 hours.

What language is the event in?

English. Talks, challenges and presentations are all in English.

More details in the practical info and the code of conduct.

The team

The QubiTO students organising the hackathon.

Ruzgar SipahiTeam leader
Timoteo CroceVice team leader
Berhan YirciProject manager
Hossam HamadaProject manager
Davide LuppinoSecretary
Rebecca DogaruSecretary
Ema KolaTreasurer
Tommaso CambursanoExternal relations
Simone BoiEvent planner

Apply

About five minutes. Applications close on 15 November 2026 at 23:59.

  1. 1You fill in the application form
  2. 2We review all applications and email you the result by 18 November 2026
  3. 3On 12 December, teams of 4 are formed on site

Application form

  • |0⟩About you: studies or work, university or organisation
  • |+⟩Your knowledge, rated 1 to 5. There are no wrong answers: beginners are welcome.
  • |1⟩A few sentences on why you want to take part
Open the application form ↗

Opens Google Forms in a new tab. You will receive a copy of your answers by email. The form is in English.