Professor Urbasi Sinha from the Raman Research Institute (RRI) has been honored with the Gates-Cambridge Impact Prize 2025 by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. This recognition highlights her groundbreaking contributions to quantum science and technology.
Leading Quantum Research in India
As head of the Quantum Information and Computing (QuIC) lab at RRI, Prof. Sinha has driven innovation in quantum communication, computing, optics, and information processing. Her lab pioneered the development of heralded and entangled photon sources, advancing India’s capabilities in quantum technologies. She also plays a key role in the ‘National Quantum Mission’ to position India as a global leader in quantum innovation.
Global Recognition and Collaboration
Prof. Sinha’s achievements include:
- Rashtriya Vigyan Yuva Puraskar by the Government of India.
- Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC) in Photonic Quantum Science at the University of Calgary.
- Founding the Open Quantum Institute (OQI) at CERN in 2024 to promote quantum collaboration.
Her affiliations with global institutions like the Institute for Quantum Computing, Canada, and the Centre for Quantum Information and Quantum Computing, University of Toronto, underscore her international impact.
Quantum for Global Challenges
Prof. Sinha’s work embodies the transformative potential of quantum technologies to address challenges in secure communication, climate modeling, and beyond. Her dedication to leveraging science for societal benefit sets a benchmark in quantum research.
The Gates-Cambridge Impact Prize 2025 recognizes Prof. Urbasi Sinha’s visionary contributions to quantum science. Her leadership continues to advance India’s position in this critical field while inspiring global progress in quantum technology.
Source: PIB
