HQS Quantum Simulations

HQS Quantum Simulations is a leading quantum software company focused on developing quantum algorithms and applications for materials science, chemistry, and pharmaceutical research. Founded in 2017 by Michael Marthaler, Iris Schwenk, and Konstantin Willeke from the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, the company specializes in quantum simulations of molecular and material systems that are computationally challenging for classical computers. HQS develops quantum software solutions for drug discovery, catalyst design, battery materials, and chemical process optimization, working with pharmaceutical companies, chemical manufacturers, and materials research organizations. Their quantum algorithms enable the simulation of complex molecular interactions, electronic structures, and chemical reaction pathways with unprecedented accuracy and efficiency. The company's platform integrates with existing quantum hardware and classical simulation workflows, providing a bridge between current computational chemistry methods and future quantum advantage. HQS has established partnerships with quantum hardware providers and major industrial customers, positioning them at the intersection of quantum computing and materials innovation.