Science View Spotlights Prof. Hidetoshi Nishimori

A Quantum Search for Optimal Solutions, a recently aired episode of the NHK World Science View program, features the research journey of Professor Hidetoshi Nishimori, the head of Science Tokyo's Specialized Academy for Quantum Computing.

The episode introduces the origin and development of quantum annealing, the theory proposed in 1998 by Nishimori, and will be available for viewing on NHK World-Japan until November 24, 2026.

The Science View program showcases cutting-edge research, innovation, and technology being created by Japanese scientists and engineers for global audiences.

Episode information

Program:
NHK WORLD-JAPAN Science View
Episode:
A Quantum Search for Optimal Solutions
Available:
From November 25, 2025, to November 24, 2026

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