Insider Brief
- Srirama Engineering College has partnered with BLOQ Quantum to launch a quantum computing initiative focused on education, research, and skill development.
- The collaboration provides students and faculty access to BLOQ Quantum’s computing platform for learning quantum algorithms, programming, and research applications.
- The partnership will support joint research, technical training, publications, and industry-academia collaboration in quantum computing and related fields.
Press release – Srirama Engineering College has become the first college in Tirupati to initiate a quantum computing initiative, marking a significant milestone in the region’s journey towards emerging quantum technologies. The institution has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with BLOQ Quantum Pvt Ltd, a pioneering quantum technology company from Kerala, to advance quantum computing education, research, and innovation.
The collaboration positions Srirama Engineering College among the institutions pioneering quantum technology initiatives in Andhra Pradesh, with a focus on developing capabilities in quantum computing and exploring its applications across emerging research domains.
As part of the collaboration, Srirama Engineering College has gained access to the BLOQ Quantum Computing Platform, enabling students and faculty to explore quantum computing through hands-on experimentation and practical learning. The platform will also support the institution’s research activities in Quantum Machine Learning (QML) and other emerging areas of quantum technology.
Through this partnership, students and faculty will gain practical exposure to quantum algorithms, quantum programming, quantum computing workflows, and emerging applications of quantum technologies. The collaboration aims to bridge the gap between academic learning and practical quantum technology skills by providing access to industry-oriented tools and learning resources.
The MoU will also create opportunities for joint research, technical training, research publications, patent development, and industry-academia collaboration. These initiatives are expected to encourage students and researchers to work on innovative problems and develop solutions at the intersection of quantum computing, machine learning, and other emerging technologies.
Speaking about the collaboration, Sreekuttan L S, CEO of BLOQ Quantum Pvt Ltd, said:
“We are excited to partner with Srirama Engineering College as they take a pioneering role in advancing quantum technology in Tirupati and Andhra Pradesh. Being the first college in Tirupati to initiate a quantum computing initiative reflects their vision towards preparing students for the technologies of the future. Their interest in exploring Quantum Machine Learning and their adoption of the BLOQ platform demonstrate a strong commitment towards building research and technical capabilities in this emerging field.”
The collaboration is expected to establish a strong foundation for quantum-focused education, research, and skill development at Srirama Engineering College. By combining academic expertise with access to industry-oriented quantum computing infrastructure, the partnership will provide students with opportunities to explore the rapidly evolving quantum technology landscape.
The MoU signing ceremony was attended by Chairman Mannem Ramireddy, Secretary Mannem Ramasubbareddy, Director Mannem Aravind Kumar Reddy, Principal Dr. K. Jayachandra, Programme Coordinators Dr. A. Munishankar and Dr. R. Nagendra, along with faculty members of Srirama Engineering College and representatives of BLOQ Quantum Pvt Ltd.
The partnership represents an important step towards strengthening the quantum technology ecosystem in Tirupati and Andhra Pradesh, bringing together academic learning, research, and industry expertise.
Through this collaboration, BLOQ Quantum Pvt Ltd and Srirama Engineering College aim to empower the next generation of quantum technology professionals and researchers, while creating a platform for students and faculty to learn, experiment, research, and innovate in the field of quantum computing.
