Samsung and IISc Partner to Set Up a Quantum Technology Lab

Samsung Semiconductor India Research (SSIR) has partnered with the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) to set up a Quantum Technology Lab. The lab is expected to integrate cryogenic control chips with qubits, single photon sources, and detectors, while also addressing reliability challenges in quantum technologies. 

This effort aligns with SSIR's Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) commitment and will provide research and training to faculty members and students pursuing higher education, not only at IISc but also at other educational institutions.

Guided by Professor Mayank Shrivastava, an Associate Professor in the Department of Electronic Systems Engineering (DESE), this laboratory will become a dedicated facility for advanced quantum technologies. It underlines India's growing focus on quantum research, innovation and global recognition.

The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) inked by Balajee Sowrirajan, CVP & MD at SSIR, and Professor Govindan Rangarajan, the Director of IISc accentuates the development of indigenous quantum technology.

Sowrirajan outlined the goals of this partnership, stating, “The technology scale-up will propel India’s focus on quantum innovation and excellence in the global technology landscape.”

The lab will offer opportunities for students practical training, research experiences, and skill development in quantum technologies. Furthermore, the lab will benefit researchers and scientists involved in quantum research. It will also extend support and resources to faculty members from various institutions who may not have the means to engage in capital-intensive research.

Professor Govindan Rangarajan from IISc expressed his thoughts on this partnership, emphasizing its significance. He said, "This new Quantum Technology Lab at IISc highlights our commitment to emerging and futuristic research threads. This collaboration with SSIR will strengthen the Institute’s cutting-edge infrastructure and expertise, providing our students and researchers with a unique opportunity to explore the limitless possibilities of quantum technologies.”