Andhra University plans Centres of Excellence in quantum technology, AI and semiconductors
Andhra University plans to establish new Centres of Excellence focused on quantum technology, artificial intelligence, and semiconductors. The initiative aims to foster an integrated ecosystem involving government, academia, and industry partners like IBM and TCS.
Why it matters
This move highlights India's growing investment in deep-tech infrastructure and the strategic push to bridge the gap between academic research and industrial application.
Andhra University plans to establish Centres of Excellence in quantum technology, AI systems and semiconductors, Vice-Chancellor G.P. Raja Sekhar said on Tuesday.
Mr. Raja Sekhar was speaking at the inauguration of the three-day international conference on Quantum-Enhanced Sustainable Technologies for AI Systems (QUEST-AI), organised by the cluster departments of Andhra University College of Engineering (A) in Visakhapatnam.
“Following the conclusion of the centenary celebrations of Andhra University, we are focusing on quality developmental activities,” Mr. Raja Sekhar said. He expected the deliberations to encourage the university to focus on establishing the three laboratories over the next two to three years. Research in quantum technology and artificial intelligence should not remain confined to theory, he said, but must be translated into solutions of use to society, he said.
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