Urbasi Sinha

Head of Quantum Information and Computing (QuIC) Laboratory, Raman Research Institute

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Urbasi Sinha, a professor leading the Quantum Information and Computing (QuIC) lab at the Raman Research Institute, is catalysing India’s quantum revolution. Combining experimental finesse with visionary leadership, she pioneered the development of entangled and heralded single-photon sources, cornerstones for quantum computing, secure communications, and photonics‑driven deep tech.

A Gates Cambridge scholar whose journey from Cambridge to Bengaluru and Canada reflects her global impact, she’s spearheaded India’s first satellite‑based quantum communication project with ISRO and guided the National Quantum Mission.

Sinha’s career is studded with accolades, from the ICTP‑ICO Denardo Award (2018) to the Canada Excellence Research Chair and the recent Gates‑Cambridge Impact Prize (2025). Colleagues describe her ethos as deeply personal, a blend of scientific rigour and a desire to inspire young minds. Whether in labs or classrooms, Sinha breathes passion into quantum deep tech, forging breakthroughs and nurturing a future-ready ecosystem.