An Overview of Quantum Software Engineering in Latin America - Supplementary material

This supplementary material corresponds to the study "An Overview of Quantum Software Engineering in Latin America" for the Special Issue "Quantum Information in Latin America" for the journal Quantum Information Processing. Quantum computing represents a revolutionary computational paradigm with the potential to address challenges that lie beyond the capabilities of classical computers. In order to unlock the full potential of quantum computing, the development of robust quantum software is indispensable. Much like classical software, quantum software is expected to be complex and extensive, necessitating the establishment of a specialized field known as Quantum Software Engineering. Recognizing the regional focus on Latin America within this special issue, we have boarded on an in-depth inquiry encompassing a systematic mapping study of existing literature and a comprehensive survey of experts in the field. This rigorous research effort aims to illuminate the current landscape of Quantum Software Engineering initiatives undertaken by universities, research institutes, and companies across Latin America.