Abstract

Adarsh Sahu, Aarti Rai, Aditya Choudhary, Aasim Hussain and Dr. Vivek Jain*

ABSTRACT

Quantum computing hardware and software have made enormous strides over the last years. Questions around quantum computing are impact on research and society has changed from "if" to "when/how". Classical computing works by processing bits, or 0s and 1s representing electrical signals of on and off. Quantum computing employs a very different technique for information processing. It uses qubits, which can exist as both a 1 and 0 at the same time,and uses the properties of subatomic particles in quantum physics such as interference, entanglement, and superposition to extendcomputational capabilities to hitherto unprecedented levels. The efficacy of quantum computing for important verticals such as healthcare where quantum computing can enable important breakthroughs in the development of life-saving drugs, performing quick DNA sequencing, detecting diseases in early stages, and performing other compute-intensive healthcare related tasks isnot yet fully explored. Involvement of multiple stakeholders in drug discovery and development, even the simple healthcare problems become complex due to classical approach to treatment. In the Covid-19 era where quick and accurate solutions in healthcare are needed along with quick collaboration of stakeholders such as patients, insurance agents, healthcare providers and medicine supplier etc., a classical computing approach is not enough. A semi-structured interview approach is adopted to gauge the expectations of professionals from drug discovery and development regarding quantum computing. A structured approach of coding, using open, axial and selective approach is adopted to map the themes under quantum computing for drug discovery and development. The findings indicate the potential applications of quantum computing for pharmaceuticalalong with patients to have precise and quick solutions to the problems, where greater accuracy and speed can be achieved. Existing research focuses on the technological background of quantum computing, whereas this study makes an effort to mark the beginning of quantum computing research with respect to organizational management theory.