; (III) advanced intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance quantum imaging techniques; and (IV) biomedical and health care. (ii) Quantum computing, including— (I) annealing; (II) quantum-enabled machine learning; (III) simulation and optimization; and (IV) integrating quantum and classical computing. (iii) Quantum annealing. (iv) Quantum Communications and networking. (v) Quantum-enabled modeling and simulation. (vi) Hybrid quantum computing and the integration of quantum and classical computing components. (4) Acceleration of Development and Fielding of QIS technologies The Principal Quantum Advisor shall— (A) use the flexibility of regulations, personnel, acquisition, partnerships with industry and academia, or other relevant policies of the Department to accelerate the transition and fielding of QIS technologies; (B) ensure engagement with combatant commands, defense and private industries, research universities, and unaffiliated, nonprofit research institutions on matters relating such QIS technologies; and (C) provide technical advice and support organizations and elements of the Department of Defense, including the Armed Forces, to optimize the use of QIS technologies to meet mission requirements. (5) Industry and Academia Engagement (A) Inclusion in Consortium The Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the Director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology, shall ensure that the Principal Quantum Advisor is included in the activities of the Quantum Economic Development Consortium established under section 201(b) of the National Quantum Initiative Act ( Public Law 115–368