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Egyptian Air Quality Prediction Quantum Competition

Quantum computing is a transformative technology with the power to solve complex, large-scale problems far beyond the capacity of traditional supercomputers. Not only does it offer a computational leap, but it is also energy-efficient, presenting a sustainable alternative to today's power-intensive AI infrastructure.

This national competition addresses a critical issue: air pollution in Egypt. In 2021, Egypt recorded over 115,700 deaths related to particulate matter (PM2.5) exposure.

Aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)—notably Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-Being) and Goal 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities)—this initiative supports sustainable, data-driven solutions to mitigate health risks and improve air quality.

Limited Seats Available – Early Applicants Get Priority!

Be part of the first nationwide initiative to harness quantum computing for predicting PM2.5 pollution levels in Egypt.

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Partners

Egyptian Air Quality Prediction Quantum CompetitionWho Should Apply?

  • Undergraduate and postgraduate students from Egypt
  • Researchers in quantum computing, AI, or environmental sciences
  • No prior quantum experience required!

Why Join?

  • Free, ASRT-funded training program
  • Certificate of completion and chance to win cash prizes
  • Contribute to solving one of Egypt's most urgent environmental challenges
  • Engage with leading academics and industry professionals

 

Summer School Schedule

Day
Date
Topic
Instructor(s)
TA(s)
Time & Activities
Location
Day 1 – Opening
Sun, Aug 3
Opening Ceremony & Intro to Quantum Mechanics & Computing
Prof. Ahmed El Mahdy
Ahmed Gamal, Mohamed Murad
09:00–10:00: VIP Reception & Keynotes
10:00–10:30: Coffee Break
10:30–12:00: Two-Slit Experiment
12:00–13:30: Quantum Circuit Model
14:00–15:30: Qiskit Lab
Room 127
Day 2
Mon, Aug 4
Intro to Quantum Mechanics & Computing
Prof. Ahmed El Mahdy
Ahmed Gamal, Mohamed Murad
09:00–10:30: Wave Equation
11:00–12:30: Quantum Systems Composition
13:30–15:30: Pennylane Lab
Room 127 & Room 142
Day 3
Tue, Aug 5
Quantum Systems
Prof. Ahmed El Mahdy, ProfTamer Abouelfadl,
Dr.Salem Farag Hegazy
Ahmed Gamal, Muhammad Hosam
09:00–10:30: Processor Tech 1
11:00–12:30: Processor Tech 2
13:30–15:30: Physical QC Lab
Room 127
Day 4
Wed, Aug 6
Quantum Noise
Prof.Ahmed El Mahdy, Dr. Norhan Elsayed
Ahmed Gamal, Mohamed Murad
09:00–10:30: Quantum Noise Theory
11:00–12:30: Fault-Tolerant QC
13:30–15:30: Pennylane with Noise Lab
Room 127
Day 5
Sun, Aug 10
Machine Learning
Dr. Noha Gamal, Dr. Ghada Khoriba
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09:00–10:30: ML Foundations 1
11:00–12:30: ML Foundations 2
13:30–15:30: ML Lab
Room 127
Day 6
Mon, Aug 11
Quantum Machine Learning
Prof.Ahmed El Mahdy, Dr. Marwa Aref Sorour
Ahmed Gamal
09:00–10:30: Variational Circuits 1
11:00–12:30: Variational Circuits 2
13:30–15:30: Pennylane Lab
Room 127
Day 7
Tue, Aug 12
Advanced QML
Prof.Ahmed El Mahdy,Prof. Walid Gomaa (Japanese Univ.)
Ahmed Gamal, Mohamed Murad
09:00–10:30: QML Challenges 1
11:00–12:30: QML Challenges 2
13:30–15:30: Pennylane Lab
Room 127
Day 8
Wed, Aug 13
PM2.5 Estimation from Satellite
Egyptian Meteorological Authority & UNDRR
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09:00–10:30: Satellite Imaging
11:00–13:00: Data Acquisition Lab
14:00–16:30: Competition Problem Kickoff
Room 127

Objectives:

  • Predict PM2.5 levels using historical satellite data
  • Forecast timing and locations of extreme air pollution events
  • Compare classical AI and quantum approaches
  • Build national capacity in quantum applications for environmental science

Competition Details:

  • Starts July 22, 2025
  • Participants will be guided to develop quantum models
  • Winners will receive national recognition and cash prizes

Contact Us

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Organizing Committee

Meet the distinguished faculty and professionals behind the Egyptian Air Quality Prediction Quantum Competition and Summer School:

Event Leadership

  • Event Chair:
    Prof. Ahmed El-Mahdy

Event Management

  • Event Manager:
    Dr. Noha Gamal

Finance & Administration

  • Finance Chair:
    Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP)

Administration, Marketing and Media

  • Media Coordinator:
    Ms. Habiba

Event Administration Team:

Eng. Mohamed Ashraf

Ms. Kholod Siam

 Academic and Content Team

  • Course Development Manager:
    Dr. Ahmed El-Mahdy
  • Content Management Faculty:
    • Prof. Ahmed El-Mahdy
    • Prof. Tamer Abouelfadl
    • Prof. Salem Farag Hegazy
    • Dr. Ghada Khoriba
    • Dr. Noha Gamal
    • Dr. Walid Gomaa
    • Dr. Norhan Elsayed
  • Program Manager:
    • Prof. Sahar Fawzy

 Institutional and National Partners

  • Egyptian Meteorological Authority (هيئة الأرصاد الجوية المصرية)
  • United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR)

 Jury Committee

  • Jury Chair:
    Dr. Marwa Sorour

 Competition Problem Statement and Dataset Preparation

  • Prof. Ahmed El-Mahdy
  • Dr. Noha Gamal
  • Eng. Ahmed Jamal

 Technical Support and Engineering Team

  • Eng. Ahmed Jamal
  • Eng. Mohamed Mourad
  • Eng. Karim El-Tohamy
  • Eng. Al-Amir Hassan
  • Eng. Bassant Farouk
  • Eng. Lamiaa omar
  • Eng. Nora kassem
  • Eng. Muhammed hossam