Ankit Papneja
Cook,Australia
Summary
PhD student in Physics at the Australian National University (ANU), specializing in quantum magnetometry and quantum memory systems within the Centre for Quantum Computation & Communication Technology (CQC2T). Skilled in experimental development, modeling, and simulation, with a focus on spin-based sensing, atom-light interactions, and optical control. Proficient in Python for data analysis and experiment control. Actively contributing to collaborative lab-based research projects.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
QNu Labs Pvt. Ltd.
11.2021 - 08.2022
- - Worked on industrial research problems in quantum key distribution and secure communication.
- - Led development and benchmarking of quantum protocols and helped transition lab-grade demos to near-product-ready implementations.
Quantum Computing Intern
IISER Kolkata
11.2019 - 01.2020
- - Implemented quantum communication protocols on IBM QX using Qiskit.
- - Designed circuit-centric quantum algorithms for NISQ devices.
Quantum Security Intern
QNu Labs Pvt. Ltd.
05.2019 - 07.2019
- - Implemented quantum communication attacks and analyzed output data using Python.
- - Supported development of robust encryption models based on quantum principles.
Education
Ph.D. Candidate - Physics
Australian National University (ANU)
05.2025
Master of Science (M.Sc.) - Physics
Indian Institute of Technology (ISM)
01.2019
Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Physics
University of Delhi
01.2017
Senior Secondary -
C.B.S.E.
Secondary - undefined
C.B.S.E.
Skills
- Programming: Python, C/C
- Tools & Platforms: IBM QX, LabView
- Soft Skills: Scientific writing, Data analysis, Collaboration
Talks and Presentations
“Dual-axis Atomic Magnetometer and Gyroscope Enabled by Nuclear Spin Perturbation”
- Presented at:
AIP Congress, Melbourne, Dec 2024
Koala Conference, Sydney, Nov 2024
WOPM, Sydney, Aug 2024
"Electromagnetically-induced transparency assists the Raman gradient echo memory at moderate detuning, dependent on gradient order"
- Presented at:
CQC2T Workshop, June 2024
Training
- Qiskit Global Summer School 2021 - Completed with 100% score
- QCHacks Hackathon - Successfully completed problem tracks
- Quantum Computing: From Foundation to Application - Christ University
- QWorld Summer School 2021 (QBronze Level) - Completed
Achievements & Leadership
- 2nd Place, Quantum Quiz - University of Delhi
- All India Rank 499, IIT JAM Physics 2018
- Elected Representative, Students' Gymkhana - IIT(ISM), Dhanbad
Timeline
Research Assistant
QNu Labs Pvt. Ltd.
11.2021 - 08.2022
Quantum Computing Intern
IISER Kolkata
11.2019 - 01.2020
Quantum Security Intern
QNu Labs Pvt. Ltd.
05.2019 - 07.2019
Master of Science (M.Sc.) - Physics
Indian Institute of Technology (ISM)
Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Physics
University of Delhi
Secondary - undefined
C.B.S.E.
Ph.D. Candidate - Physics
Australian National University (ANU)
Senior Secondary -
C.B.S.E.
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