Collection Overview 

Scientific Reports has launched a Guest-Edited Collection on Quantum algorithms. 

While large-scale, general-purpose quantum computers are still in development, the study of quantum algorithms has been an active field for more than three decades. Quantum algorithms are designed to operate on quantum computers, providing a speed or other efficiency enhancements compared to any classical algorithm. These characteristics have made quantum algorithms key for the development of the next generation of quantum technologies; as such, they have been the focus of research in the scientific community, driven also by advances in quantum hardware and the increasing need for efficient solutions to complex problems in cryptography, optimisation, and simulation of quantum systems.

This will be a Collection of original research papers  and will be open for submissions from all authors – on the condition that the manuscripts fall within the scope of the Collection and of Scientific Reports more generally. We are welcoming submissions until 12th August 2026.

Why is this Collection important?

"Quantum algorithms feel especially meaningful to me because they’re the key to unlocking what quantum computers can actually do. They offer the chance to solve problems that overwhelm classical machines—from protecting data to designing new medicines and materials. I’m excited about this collection because it brings together fresh ideas that connect theory with real hardware progress. It has the potential to push the field forward by highlighting practical, scalable approaches rather than just abstract possibilities. Researchers should consider submitting because this collection provides a visible, interdisciplinary platform where impactful algorithmic advances can genuinely shape the future of quantum computing."

- Dr. A. Kamaraj, Guest Editor

Why submit to a collection?  

Collections like this one help promote high-quality science. They are led by Guest Editors, who are experts in their fields, and In-House Editors and are supported by a dedicated team of Commissioning Editors and Managing Editors at Springer Nature. Collection manuscripts typically see higher citations, downloads, and Altmetric scores and provide a one-stop-shop on a cutting-edge topic of interest.  

Who is involved?

Guest Editors:

• Diego Andrade, University of A Coruña, Spain
• A. Kamaraj, Mepco Schlenk Engineering College, India
• Utpal Roy, Indian Institute of Technology Patna, India

Internal Team:

• In-House Editor: Silvia Butera, Scientific Reports, USA
• Commissioning Editor: Robert Moran, Fully OA Brands, Springer Nature, UK
• Managing Editor: Rebecca Chan, Fully OA Brands, Springer Nature, UK

How can I submit my paper?

Visit the Collection page for more information on the Collection, and how to submit your article.