Quantum Science Exhibition to Begin on November 7 in Kerala

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Published on Oct 29, 2025, 08:03 PM | 3 min read

Kochi: The "Quantum Century Science Exhibition," a gateway into the revolutionary world of quantum science, was inaugurated with a flag-off ceremony at the Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT). The event was officially announced by Kerala's Industries Minister, P. Rajeev. The exhibition will commence on November 7 and will run until February 28, spanning four months and covering 12 locations across the state.

The exhibition is part of the global celebrations marking the centenary of quantum science in 2025, which has been declared by the United Nations as the "International Year of Quantum Science and Technology." As a key event in Kerala's celebrations, the exhibition aims to bring people close to the quantum science.

The ceremony was presided over by Prof. (Dr.) M. Junayed Bushri. Other prominent attendees included former Vice Chancellor Prof. K. N. Madhusoodanan, Kerala State Science Literature Society Vice President G. Stalin, Syndicate Member Prof. G. Santhosh Kumar, and Senior Vice President and Zonal Head of Federal Bank, Ernakulam, C. M. Shashidharan. Dr. P. Shaiju gave the welcome address, while Dr. Jayanthi S. Panikkar from the Look Editorial Board delivered the vote of thanks.

The main goal of the exhibition is to break the misconception that quantum science is too complex for the average person to understand. The exhibition will run from November 7 to February 28, coinciding with the birthdays of legendary scientists like C. V. Raman, Marie Curie, and Lise Meitner, as well as National Science Day on February 28. Priority access will be given to students from 10 AM to 4 PM.

The exhibition will feature hands-on experiments, installations, models, panels, and contests, designed for an interactive learning experience. Visitors will get a chance to engage with advanced technologies like holograms, simulations, virtual reality, and lasers, help them to explore quantum phenomena firsthand.

Key scientific discoveries such as the Raman Effect and other quantum phenomena will be showcased. Exhibits will also highlight major experiments in fields like superconductivity, photonics, and nano-science, along with special displays dedicated to Indian scientists. "Explainers" trained in these subjects, mainly consisting of graduate and postgraduate science students, will assist visitors at every stall.

The exhibition is being organised by the Centre for Science in Society at CUSAT in collaboration with the Kerala State Science Literature Society. The event has received support from various universities, colleges, planetariums, and the Look Science Portal.

The first 10 days of the exhibition will be held at CUSAT in Kochi from November 7 to 16. After that, it will be held for five-day periods at various locations across Kerala:

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