Andhra University Plans Centres of Excellence for Quantum, AI and Semiconductors

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• Andhra University plans to establish Centres of Excellence in quantum technology, AI systems and semiconductors over the next two to three years.
• Vice-Chancellor G.P. Raja Sekhar said the proposed laboratories would focus on applying quantum technology and AI research to practical solutions.
• Speakers at the QUEST-AI conference also highlighted hybrid quantum-classical computing, sustainable data centres, semiconductor development and workforce skills as areas for regional development.\
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Andhra University intends to set up Centres of Excellence covering quantum technology, AI systems, and semiconductors, Vice-Chancellor G.P. Raja Sekhar said Tuesday, The Hindu reported.

Raja Sekhar made the announcement while opening a three-day international conference on Quantum-Enhanced Sustainable Technologies for AI Systems (QUEST-AI), hosted by the cluster departments of Andhra University College of Engineering in Visakhapatnam.

“Following the conclusion of the centenary celebrations of Andhra University, we are focusing on quality developmental activities,” Raja Sekhar said, as quoted by the publication. He said he expects the conference discussions to push the university toward setting up the three planned labs within the next two to three years, and argued that quantum and AI research needs to move past theory and produce solutions with real societal use.