National Science Day – Workshop on “Demystifying Quantum Computing: The Next Tech Revolution”
National Science Day is celebrated annually on February 28th to commemorate the discovery of the Raman Effect by Sir C.V. Raman. This occasion provides an excellent opportunity to inspire young minds, create awareness about scientific advancements, and promote scientific temper among students. As part of this celebrations, a workshop on Demystifying Quantum Computing: The Next Tech Revolution was successfully organized on 28th February 2025. The event aimed to introduce students to the fundamentals of quantum computing and its potential applications in various fields such as cryptography, artificial intelligence, and optimization.
The session was conducted by Dr. Ajith Padyana, Program Coordinator, VTU – VRIF – TCOE, VTU, Belagavi, a distinguished expert in quantum computing, who provided a comprehensive comparison between traditional, super, and quantum computing. The key highlights of the workshop included:
- Traditional Computing vs. Supercomputing vs. Quantum Computing:
A comparative analysis of processing power, speed, and problem-solving capabilities. - India’s Supercomputing Initiatives:
Discussion on the PARAM series and India’s advancements in high-performance computing. - Aurora and the World’s Biggest Supercomputer:
Insights into the latest developments in global supercomputing. - IBM Quantum Computing:
Introduction to IBM’s quantum systems, the Qiskit platform, and their role in quantum research. - Limitations and Challenges of Quantum Computing:
Technical barriers such as decoherence, error correction, hardware limitations, and scalability issues. - Applications of Quantum Computing:
Real-world use cases in cryptography, artificial intelligence, material science, and optimization problems. - Future of Innovators:
Exploring how quantum computing will revolutionize industries and create new opportunities for researchers, engineers, and entrepreneurs.