Leveraging Agile Methodologies in Quantum High-Performance Computing for Advancing Healthcare Systems

Nisar Hussain; Amna Qasim; Gull Mehak; Grigori Sidorov

doi:10.21834/e-bpj.v10iSI42.7744

Authors

Nisar Hussain Centro de Investigación en Computación, Instituto Politécnico Nacional, Mexico City, México
Amna Qasim Centro de Investigación en Computación, Instituto Politécnico Nacional, Mexico City, México
Gull Mehak Centro de Investigación en Computación, Instituto Politécnico Nacional, Mexico City, México
Grigori Sidorov Centro de Investigación en Computación, Instituto Politécnico Nacional, Mexico City, México

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v10iSI42.7744

Keywords:

Agile Methodologies, Quantum HPC, Healthcare, Patient-centred design

Abstract

This study explores the integration of Agile methodologies with quantum high-performance computing (HPC) in healthcare. It proposes an architecture that supports user-centred design, iterative development, and cross-functional teams. The approach enhances software for personalised medicine, real-time monitoring, and telemedicine by combining Agile practices with quantum HPC’s speed and accuracy. Wearable devices and sensors support continuous patient monitoring, while data analytics and machine learning improve outcomes. The integration aims to boost efficiency, access, and care quality, ensuring better security and privacy in healthcare systems.

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