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Manipal Academy Launches Quantum Hub to Boost India's Tech Skills
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Moneycontrol•15-10-2026, 14:33
Manipal Academy Launches Quantum Hub to Boost India's Tech Skills
- •Manipal Academy of Higher Education launched the Quantum-Hub@MAHE at its Bengaluru campus, starting operations with a 25-qubit system.
- •The facility aims to train 100 quantum engineers by December and aligns with India's National Quantum Mission.
- •It provides students, startups, and researchers with access to advanced infrastructure including quantum hardware and cryogenic systems.
- •MAHE plans a phased expansion, moving towards industrial-grade quantum product systems with over 1,000 qubits.
- •The hub partners with international firms like QuantrolOx, Bluefors, Qblox, and ConScience to support workforce development and research.
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The Quantum-Hub@MAHE at the Bengaluru campus has commenced operations with a 25-qubit dilution refrigeration system and aims to train 100 quantum engineers.
The facility has established partnerships with Finland-based QuantrolOx and Bluefors, the Netherlands-based Qblox, and Sweden-based ConScience.
The quantum computing facility was inaugurated by Zoho Corp co-founder and chief scientist Sridhar Vembu alongside representatives from MAHE and its industry partners.
