Hrithik Ketineni
Westview High School
Portland, Oregon
Quantum Algorithm for ESOP Minimization
Hrithik created a novel way to optimize reversible circuits. Emerging computing paradigms like optical and quantum computing involve complex circuits made up of reversible logic gates. His work could improve the efficiency of such circuits.
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Hrithik Ketineni, 17, of Portland, created a quantum search algorithm for his Regeneron Science Talent Search computer science project.
In his project, Hrithik found a way to efficiently optimize reversible circuits for both quantum and classical technologies. These optimizations are essential to building the next generation of computers.
Hrithik, the son of Hrushi and Usha Ketineni, attends Westview High School. He once led his junior physics class in a three-week engineering project during which they built an 8-bit computer from scratch. Today, he helps his former physics teacher as a teacher’s assistant for first-year physics. Hrithik also founded the Future of Science and Engineering club to support his fellow students as they work on science research projects. In 2024, Hrithik and two friends created an interactive computer game to teach logic synthesis.
Beyond the Project
Hrithik is currently leading a project to create a textbook that will integrate computer engineering, robotics and quantum computing.
FUN FACTS: Hrithik enjoys cooking for friends and family. His specialty is a high-temperature Cantonese stir-fry technique.
