The PSC-based testbed, which is being funded by a $5 million National Science Foundation ("NSF") grant, will feature a supercomputer powered by a 9-qubit Novera™ quantum computing system integrated with a classical high-performance computing ("HPC") system.

This project builds on Rigetti and HPE’s collaboration to commercialize quantum-enabled high-performance computing systems. Together, Rigetti and HPE are aiming to advance hybrid quantum-classical workflows for research institutions, public sector organizations, and enterprises exploring the future of HPC.

"We are excited to have a Novera at the core of TangleLab, which will provide researchers and educators access to a state-of-the-art hybrid quantum-classical computer to push the boundaries of quantum computing innovation and discovery. This system will benefit from the fast gate speeds that are intrinsic to superconducting quantum systems, a critical metric for high-performance hybrid quantum computing environments," said Dr. Subodh Kulkarni, Rigetti CEO. "Moreover, by collaborating with HPE, the global leader in HPC, we are in a strong position to deliver world-leading hybrid computing solutions -- starting with TangleLab."

"Realizing the potential of quantum computing will depend on how effectively quantum processors integrate with high-performance computing, AI, and advanced networking," said Masoud Mohseni, Senior Distinguished Technologist and Director of HPE Quantum at HPE Labs. "HPE’s role in TangleLab is to bring those technologies together into a unified hybrid environment, enabling researchers to develop, benchmark, and optimize quantum-classical workflows while gaining critical insight into how future quantum-HPC-AI systems will operate at scale."

PSC will allocate time on the computer using a flexible competitive proposal process. The goal will be to allow individual researchers to use the system in a dedicated manner when needed, while educators will also have real-time access when teaching classes and workshops. To help users of TangleLab come up to speed regardless of their level of experience with quantum computing, PSC will offer onboarding activities, training, and in-depth research consulting.

Construction of TangleLab is expected to begin at PSC’s new data center on September 1, 2026, with full operations expected in 2027.

TangleLab is funded by the NSF Advanced Computing Systems & Services program under award # 2537076. The system directly addresses national investment and action priorities for Fiscal Year 2027, listed in memorandum M-25-34/NSTM-2 from the Office of Science and Technology Policy, including enabling advancement in quantum information science and artificial intelligence.