Efficient Transpilation of Quantum Circuits to Quantum Intermediate Representation
Sengthai Heng, Nagyeong Choi, Kimchhor Chiv, Youngsun Han
24th Asian Quantum Information Science Conference (AQIS 2024)


Researcher · PhD
AI Convergence Lab, Chungbuk National University
Dr. Heng Seng Thai is a Quantum Software Engineer and Quantum-Classical Compiler Researcher passionate about advancing hybrid quantum-classical computing systems. He received his PhD in AI Convergence from Pukyong National University in 2025, where he developed a quantum compiler for optimization in Intrinsically Disordered Protein (IDP) Structure Prediction at the Quantum Computing Lab, combining his expertise in both quantum algorithms and classical computing to push the boundaries of computational biology.
His research focuses on bridging the gap between theoretical quantum computing and practical applications, particularly in the challenging domain of protein structure prediction. By developing specialized compilation techniques that optimize quantum circuits for biological simulations, his work contributes to making quantum computing more accessible and effective for real-world scientific problems.
Sengthai Heng, Nagyeong Choi, Kimchhor Chiv, Youngsun Han
24th Asian Quantum Information Science Conference (AQIS 2024)
Sengthai Heng, Tae-Kyung Kim, Youngsun Han
IEIE Transactions on Smart Processing & Computing, Jun. 2021
Sengthai Heng, Tae-Kyung Kim, Youngsun Han
IEIE Transactions on Smart Processing & Computing, Dec. 2020
Focus Areas: Quantum computing compiler development, hybrid quantum-classical algorithms, and computational biology applications.
Expertise in quantum software engineering, compiler design and quantum algorithms, applied to computational biology and hybrid computing systems.
As a Researcher at AICLab, HENG Sengthai brings specialized expertise in quantum computing and its applications to artificial intelligence. His work on quantum-classical hybrid systems and compiler development provides valuable insights for exploring the intersection of quantum computing and AI. His research on protein structure prediction demonstrates the potential of combining cutting-edge quantum computing techniques with practical biological applications, aligning with AICLab's mission of developing innovative AI solutions for real-world challenges.
Dr. HENG Sengthai completed his doctoral research at the Quantum Computing Lab at Pukyong National University, where he collaborated with researchers advancing the frontiers of quantum computing technology and its applications to scientific computing challenges. His doctoral work at the lab focused on developing quantum compilers for protein structure prediction, establishing a strong foundation for exploring collaborative research opportunities between quantum computing and artificial intelligence.
Sengthai Heng, Nagyeong Choi, Kimchhor Chiv, Youngsun Han
24th Asian Quantum Information Science Conference (AQIS 2024)
Sengthai Heng, Tae-Kyung Kim, Youngsun Han
IEIE Transactions on Smart Processing & Computing, Jun. 2021
Sengthai Heng, Tae-Kyung Kim, Youngsun Han
IEIE Transactions on Smart Processing & Computing, Dec. 2020