Subhash Kak

Professor and author on computing and science

Subhash Kak - Professor and author on computing and science
Born

March 26th, 1947
77 years ago

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United States

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A prominent figure in the fields of computing and ancient Indian science. Contributed significantly to the development of quantum computing and artificial intelligence research. Authored several books and over a hundred research papers discussing the intersection of science, culture, and history. Also engaged in debates regarding the contributions of ancient Indian scholars to mathematics and science. Worked as a professor at various institutions and continues to influence academic discussions on these subjects.

Contributed to the field of quantum computing

Published works on ancient Indian mathematics

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