National Conference on Quantum Biotechnology Advances India’s Quantum-Enabled Life Sciences Roadmap

India's quantum-science and life-sciences communities came together at the National Conference on Quantum Biotechnology , highlighting the country's efforts to apply emerging quantum technologies to healthcare and biological research. The one-day national conference was hosted by Qmet Tech Foundation at the PC Saxena Auditorium, IIT Bombay, Mumbai . Qmet Tech Foundation is the Thematic Hub for Quantum Sensing and Metrology established at IIT Bombay under the National Quantum Mission (NQM) with support from the Department of Science and Technology.  Quantum Technology Meets Biotechnology Quantum biotechnology combines advances in quantum science with biological and medical applications. The conference focused particularly on translating quantum research into practical technologies in areas such as: Medical diagnostics Biomedical imaging Biosensing Drug discovery Precision medicine Healthcare research The objective is to move quantum technologies beyond laboratory research and develop applications that can eventually be deployed in healthcare and life sciences. Three Major Conference Sessions The programme was organised around three major sessions . Quantum for Biology and the Academic Landscape Experts discussed ongoing research and the opportunities for applying quantum principles to biological systems. Quantum Biosensors – From Lab to Industry This session examined how quantum sensing technologies can progress from research laboratories into commercially deployable products. Innovating for Applications in Biosensing Researchers and industry representatives explored practical applications of advanced quantum sensors for detecting and measuring biological signals. A panel discussion was also held on Quantum Biotechnology in India: Opportunities, Challenges, and the Path Forward . Role of Quantum Sensing Quantum sensing is one of the important areas being developed under India's National Quantum Mission. Highly sensitive quantum sensors could potentially detect extremely small changes in physical or biological systems. In healthcare and biotechnology, such technologies could contribute to more precise measurement, advanced imaging and new diagnostic techniques. Research, Startups and Industry The conference included participation from: Researchers Clinicians Industry leaders Startups Students Government science organisations A major focus was converting scientific research into deployable technologies . Qmet Tech is also working to support startups, develop skilled talent and strengthen the manufacturing and testing capabilities required as quantum technologies move toward real-world applications.  Connection with National Quantum Mission The conference directly supports the broader objectives of India's National Quantum Mission . By bringing together quantum sensing, imaging, computing and biotechnology, India aims to build a collaborative ecosystem in which research institutions, healthcare experts, startups and industry can jointly develop quantum-enabled technologies. The conference identified quantum-enabled life sciences as an emerging priority area for India's research and healthcare innovation ecosystem.