Racing to build a quantum computer in Hyderabad
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Why in news
Karthik Raman, principal investigator at Raman Research Lab, is leading the development of India's first quantum computer built from the chip level up in Hyderabad.
Background
The project is being conducted at the Raman Research Lab within the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR) in Hyderabad. The initiative focuses on building the computer from foundational chips and physics rather than assembling existing components.
Facts for Prelims
- S&TRaman Research Lab is a facility at the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR) in Hyderabad.
- PostKarthik Raman is the principal investigator leading the development of India's first quantum computer.
- FactThe project involves developing quantum computing hardware from the chip and physics level.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of indigenous quantum computing development for India's technological sovereignty and its implications for national security.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Hardware bottleneck: Reducing reliance on imported quantum processors to ensure data sovereignty
- Strategic autonomy: Leveraging indigenous chip-level physics to secure critical infrastructure against cyber threats
Keywords: Quantum Computing · Technological Sovereignty · Indigenous Innovation · Strategic Autonomy · Next-generation Computing
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