Rita Abani

Rita Abani is a dedicated graduate student at Harvard University, pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy degree. With a diverse background in both academia and practical experience, Rita has held various positions, including a blogger for The Times Of India and a visiting researcher at Caltech. Rita significantly contributed to IISER Bhopal as a student advisor for the Quantum Wing and organized the Sangharsh intra-college tennis tournament, emphasizing female participation. As an incubatee at the Innovation and Incubation Centre for Entrepreneurship, Rita is developing 'Herband', a transdermal drug delivery device for menstrual pain relief. Participation in global events like MIT's iQuHack 2022 and a research internship at IBM underline Rita's commitment to advancing knowledge in quantum computing. Rita's academic journey includes a BS-MS dual degree in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from IISER Bhopal and an impressive background in leadership roles within multiple student organizations.