The Quantum in Practice Act amends existing federal quantum computing law to expand the National Quantum Initiative's focus to include quantum modeling and simulation, particularly for molecular research. The bill recognizes that quantum computers could revolutionize scientific discovery by enabling faster and more accurate simulation of chemical processes and molecular structures than current supercomputers allow. This expanded focus aims to drive breakthroughs in practical applications including developing more efficient fertilizers, creating better medications with fewer side effects, advancing battery and energy storage technology, producing stronger materials, and discovering new superconductors. The legislation makes technical updates to the definition of "quantum information science" to explicitly include modeling and simulation activities alongside computing, and adds quantum molecular modeling and simulation to the research priorities under the National Quantum Initiative. While the bill text does not specify new funding amounts or implementation timelines, it directs the existing quantum initiative framework to prioritize these molecular modeling and simulation applications alongside other quantum computing research efforts.
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