The Idea
HPU stands for Human Processing Unit. There are a lot of capable minds sitting idle — people with the curiosity and ability to contribute to research, but no way in.
At the same time, the space of open quantum problems is largely unmapped, and the field is growing faster than formal institutions can keep up with.
We're building a community to connect the two. It's early, and we're still working out what that looks like — we'd love for you to be a part of its development.
Our Mission
Provide an independent, open view of progress in quantum algorithm research.
Democratise access to contributing to the growing body of research.
Pioneer new approaches to shape the next generation of research.
Who It's For
Independent researchers, developers & enthusiasts
People who want to contribute to quantum research outside formal academic or commercial institutions — wherever you are in your journey.
Researchers & practitioners
Those open to collaborating, advising, or sharing knowledge with a growing independent community.
Register Your Interest
We're in the early stages of gauging interest and will be in touch with next steps.
About the Founder
Nate
Nate is a Physicist at heart and a Project Manager by trade. He has experience leading cross-functional projects alongside research scientists and data scientists, and founded Idle HPUs to create the independent research community he wished had existed.