Mr. Jaideep Sharma | Quantum-Classical Models | Research Excellence Award

Mr. Jaideep Sharma is an emerging researcher in Computer Science and Engineering with a growing focus on advanced computational intelligence, particularly the integration of quantum and classical machine learning techniques. As an undergraduate student at the Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi, he has demonstrated early research capability through his peer-reviewed publication titled “QGCNLP: Hybrid Quantum–Classical Graph Convolutional Network based Link Prediction” in an internationally recognized journal. His work highlights expertise in graph neural networks, link prediction, and hybrid quantum-classical frameworks, reflecting strong interdisciplinary knowledge. With one publication and collaborative research contributions alongside established scholars, he is steadily building his academic profile. His research addresses complex data-driven challenges with potential applications in social network analysis, recommendation systems, and bioinformatics. Overall, his work signifies a promising trajectory toward next-generation computing solutions, combining innovation, collaboration, and relevance to both scientific advancement and broader societal applications.