March
22nd - 23rd 2025
Main
Auditorium,
IIT Kanpur
End Date of Registration
10th March 2025
Quantum Quest is the First Flagship Awareness Event, focused on the Transformative Potential of Quantum Technologies and Applications in alignment with the objectives of the National Quantum Mission.
For researchers, students and all quantum enthusiasts, it is an excellent opportunity to share knowledge and ideas, co-develop quantum expertise and skills, and foster collaborations to shape the Quantum-Enabled Future.
Supported By:
Secretary
Department of Science and Technology, GOI
Prof. Abhay Karandikar is currently Secretary, Department of Science of Technology (DST). Before joining DST in October 2023, he served as the Director, IIT Kanpur from April 18th, 2018 to September 25th, 2023 (on lien from IIT Bombay). He also served as Dean (Faculty Affairs) and Head of the Electrical Engineering Department at IIT Bombay. He spearheaded a national effort in setting up Telecom Standards Development Society of India (TSDSI), India's standards body for telecom with participation of all stakeholders. Prof Karandikar was the founding member and former Chairman of TSDSI. Prof Karandikar has several patents issued and pending, contributions to IEEE, 3GPP standards,contributed chapters in books and large number of papers in international journals and conferences to his credit. He is actively leading India’s National Quantum Mission, fostering research and innovation to position India at the forefront of quantum technologies.
Head, Quantum Technology Cell
Scientist F, Department of Science and Technology, GOI
Dr. J.B.V. Reddy is a distinguished scientist and a key architect of India’s National Quantum Mission roadmap. A graduate in Electronics & Communication Engineering from Delhi College of Engineering, Dr. Reddy holds an MS (Research) from IIT Delhi and a Ph.D. in Advanced Signal Processing and Machine Intelligence from SOA University, Bhubaneswar. With extensive expertise in policy planning and research administration, he plays a key role in NQM, driving institutional collaborations, funding strategies, and global partnerships to strengthen India’s quantum ecosystem.
Encourage the development of quantum technologies by showcasing real-world applications in fields like quantum computing, quantum communication, quantum sensing, and quantum materials
Foster partnerships between academia, industries, and policymakers to drive novel R&D and innovation in quantum technologies
Realize the power of quantum mechanics and its applications to enhance national economy and national security. Take part in live Q&A sessions with experts!
Keynote Talks
Invited Talks
Oral Presentations
Poster Presentation
| 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM | Registration |
| 9:00 AM - 10:15 AM | Inauguration - Chief Guest Prof. Abhay Karandikar, Secretary, DST | |
| 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM | Tea Break | |
| 10:45 AM - 11:00 AM | Address - Head, Quantum Technology Cell - National Quantum Mission Activities | |
| 11:00 AM - 12:10 PM | Session I: Quantum Computing | |
| 11:00 AM - 11:20 AM | Keynote Address - Prof Manindra Agrawal, IIT Kanpur | |
| 11:20 AM - 11:40 AM | Invited Talk - Prof. Apoorva Patel, IISc Bangalore | |
| 11:40 AM - 12:10 PM | Interactive Session - QpiAi | |
| 12:10 PM - 1:15 PM | Session II: Quantum Materials & Devices | |
| 12:10 PM - 12:35 PM | Keynote Address - Prof Arindam Ghosh, IISc Bangalore | |
| 12:35 PM - 12:50 PM | Invited Talk - Prof. Shailendra Kumar Varshney, IIT Kharagpur | |
| 12:50 PM - 1:15 PM | Interactive Session - QNu Labs | |
| 1:15 PM - 2:30 PM | Lunch | |
| 2:30 PM - 6:30 PM | Session III - Part I | |
| 2:30 PM - 3:15 PM |
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| 3:20 PM - 6:30 PM | Poster and Demonstration Session | |
| 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM | Hi Tea | |
NOTE: Oral and Poster presentations by Research Scholars / Students only
| Session III - Part II | |
| 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Oral Presentations |
| 1:00 PM - 2:10 PM | Lunch |
| 2:30 PM - 4:20 PM | Session IV: Quantum Communication |
| 2:30 PM - 2:50 PM | Keynote Address - Prof. Rupamanjari Ghosh, Former Vice-Chancellor, Shiv Nadar University |
| 2:50 PM - 3:10 PM | Invited Talk - Dr. Natarajan Venkatachalam, SETS Chennai |
| 3:10 PM - 3:45 PM | Interactive Session: Fortytwo Labs |
| 3:45 PM - 4:20 PM | Hi Tea |
| 4:20 PM - 5:30 PM | Session V: Quantum Sensing & Metrology |
| 4:20 PM - 4:40 PM | Keynote Address - Prof. Amitava Sengupta, Ex. Acting Director CSIR NPL |
| 4:40 PM - 4:55 PM | Invited Talk - Prof. Anand Jha, IIT Kanpur |
| 4:55 PM - 5:15 PM | Interactive Session: PrenishQ |
| 5:15 PM - 5:30 PM | Invited Talk - Prof. Saikat Ghosh, IIT Kanpur |
| 5:30 PM onwards | Best Oral and Poster Awards & Valedictory session |
National Quantum Mission (NQM) is a large-scale national mission aimed at indigenous quantum capabilities. The Department of Science and Technology (DST) is implementing this mission.
National Quantum Mission (NQM)-Mission Coordination Cell (MCC) at IIT Kanpur works with DST and facilitates the development and deployment of quantum technology products and connection of NQM with other national initiatives including Digital India, Make in India, Skill India, Start-up India, Self-Reliant India.
IIT Kanpur Kanpur - 208016 Uttar Pradesh, India
