Future quantum computers are anticipated to be able to perform simulations of quantum many-body systems and quantum field theories that lie beyond the capabilities of classical computation. This will lead to new insights and predictions for systems ranging from dense non equilibrium matter, to low-energy nuclear structure and reactions, to high energy collisions. I present an overview of digital quantum simulations in nuclear physics, with select examples relevant for studies of quark matter.

Conference proceedings for Quark Matter 2023, 3–9 Sept 2023, Houston, Texas, USA.