Establishing a lab for metaverse and quantum computing at Mahindra University is Tech Mahindra

In order to establish a new "Makers Lab" for research and development in quantum computing, explainable artificial intelligence, and the Metaverse, Tech Mahindra and Mahindra University have signed a memorandum of cooperation. The new Makers Lab at Mahindra University will be the 11th facility worldwide and the second in Hyderabad. Tech Mahindra now operates 10 Makers Labs throughout the world.

Tech Mahindra MD and CEO CP Gurnani stressed the importance of concentrating on the development of quantum computing, telling PTI that the industry is anticipating a data explosion with expansion in cloud computing, data centres, and 5G driving the transformation in the current computing system. "Quantum physics, in my opinion, is the foundation of quantum computing. Quantum physics unequivocally demonstrates that there is always an inflection moment at which either the technology that is available today or the quantum developers will be able to magically produce effects. My sole personal conviction is that the data explosion will increase pressure on the systems "said he.

One of the best things about the MoU, according to Mahindra University Vice Chancellor Yajulu Medury, is that it represents a partnership between academia and industry. "We have a large faculty in the fields of quantum physics, artificial intelligence, etc., but the work is truly moving toward the forefront of areas that are pushed by business. Whether you're talking about 5G or quantum computing, our faculty may now collaborate with Tech Mahindra Makers Lab and others to explore other options for taking on more industry-focused work "added Medury.

As a result of the collaboration, Mahindra University students will have the chance to work on intellectual properties created at the Makers Lab and participate in R&D initiatives on campus. Additionally, the students will work with university-based coding clubs like Engima to gain access to projects, internships, and job prospects.

Quantum computing is still in its infancy, according to Nikhil Malhotra, global head of Tech Mahindra's Makers Lab, and there is a lot of noisy structure emerging. "What the future holds for quantum technology is the focus of our alliance. Two or three significant things are occurring. One is in the field of medication design, where it is becoming increasingly clear that quantum technology can really outperform existing AI systems in terms of molecular designs. In terms of the drug design sector, that is a vast, huge market "explained he.

According to Malhotra, Makers Lab will concentrate on the impact of quantum on image optimization for satellites and other applications, as well as investigate work on explainable AI (artificial intelligence) in partnership with Mahindra University. Data presentation in a way that humans can understand is made easier with the help of explainable AI.