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Sustainability Consultant; Gender Equality Advisor
Kognoz Consultancy Pvt. Ltd., Gurugram; GreenLungs Earth Foundation, Faridabad
Professor
Brown University, Saveetha University, Vellore Institute of Technology, UFPI
Dr. A. O. Surendranathan is a Retired Professor in the Metallurgical & Materials Engineering Department of National Institute of Technology Karnataka. He received his Ph. D. Degree in Metallurgical Engineering from Mangalore University in 1994. Then continued to work as a Lecturer (Senior Scale) in National Institute of Technology for 2 Years. He is having 41 Years of Experience in the field of Metallurgical & Materials Engineering. His Area of Expertise includes Powder Metallurgy, Super plasticity, Lithium Battery, and Corrosion. He is the author of a book entitled, “An Introduction to Ceramics and Refractories”, recipient of 7 Project Grants. 7 awards etc.
Dr. Rudrarup Gupta is a distinguished academic and the Proprietor of “SKILL DEVELOPMENT INTERFACE,” an organization dedicated to management and skill enhancement. He holds a Ph.D. in Management Science and a D.Litt from California University FCE, awarded in 2017. With over 17 years of experience in the field, he has significantly contributed to management and skill development as a Faculty and Assistant Professor at various institutions for 13 years. His expertise spans Management Basics, Leadership, Marketing Management, Management Ethics, and Management Research. Dr. Gupta is a prolific author and scholar, having published approximately 60 research papers and 8 books. His contributions have been recognized with about 50 awards, highlighting his influence and commitment to his field.
Dr Shama Parveen is a Sustainability Consultant at Kognoz Consultancy Pvt. Ltd., Gurugram and Gender Equality Advisor at GreenLungs Earth Foundation, Faridabad. She has received her Ph.D. Degree in Environmental Ethics from Jawaharlal Nehru University in 2019 and is working on her postdoctoral research proposal entitled, “Ecology of Gender”. She was a lecturer at Jawaharlal Nehru University from 2017-2018, NavGurukul Social Welfare Foundation, Delhi from June 2022- December 2022. She is having 15 Years of Experience in the field of teaching, environmental sustainability, counselling and social work. Her Area of Expertise includes: Academic teaching, Environmental consultancy, Personality Development Coach, Curriculum development and Counselling. She is the author of “Ecology as a Political Theory”, “Can there be a long-term solution to ecological crisis?”, “The root cause of Ecological Crisis: Anthropocentrism”.
Prof. Tinku Basu is the Founder Director of Amity Centre for Nanomedicine at Amity University, Noida, with a PhD from IIT Kharagpur in 1993. Since 2003, she has been a driving force in nanomedicine, specializing in sensor development. Prof. Basu’s impactful contributions include mobile app-based sensors for pesticides, COVID antibodies, and diabetes management. Her research spans electrochemical diagnostic biosensors, precise synthesis of materials like reduced graphene oxide, metal organic frameworks (MOF), and anisotropic metal nanoparticles. Noteworthy inventions include hand-held biosensors for Aflatoxin B1, triglyceride biosensors with extended shelf life, and reusable cholesterol and glucose sensors. With over 50 international publications in peer-reviewed journals and 7 granted patents out of 22 filed, Prof. Basu is a fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry. Recognitions include the Global Centre for Excellence Education awards by the Japan Govt in 2011 and 2014, and the Best Paper of the Year from King Abulaziz City for Science and Technology in 2013. Prof. Basu’s expertise in translational research, nano biosensors, electrochemical synthesis, and stable conducting polymers has left an indelible mark in the scientific community. She is a respected reviewer for journals like Springer, Elsevier, and ACS.
Dr. GAURAV MUDGAL is an Associate Professor in the University Institute of Biotechnology within Chandigarh University, Mohali, Punjab. Previous to this he headed science clusters at Auronya College, Pondicherry and Mangalayatan University, Aligarh. He is a La Caixa fellow, and received his Ph.D. Degree in Molecular Biosciences with the highest distinction from the Autonomous University of Madrid, Spain in 2014 with his work on molecular biology of coronavirus-host interactions realized at the CSIC center of excellence -National Center of Biotechnology. He had previously worked as a nationally recruited scientific officer at the CGIAR headquarters of ICRISAT in Hyderabad and had handled many projects related to transgenic crop developments. He is having 16 years of research experience in biotechnology. His area of Expertise includes: Molecular biology of virus-host interactions, plant-microbe interaction, plant and animal biodiversity, underutilized crop translations and bioremediation. He is the author of many publications with the journals like PLOS, MDPI, Nature, Springer, Elsevier and Taylor & Francis and a recipient of a core research grant of 4.3 million INR for his work on DNA barcoding and morphometrics on Indian tardigrades.
Ayan Chawla is a Cloud Solution Architect specializing in Data & AI, with a proven track record of assisting at Top reputated Global MNC.
Dr. Ratul Das is a distinguished Scientist specializing in Nanobiotechnology. With a PhD in Industrial Biotechnology (Product Development) from the University of Quebec, Canada, Dr. Das has established himself as a trailblazer in his field. His research experience spans 3.5 years at IIT Guwahati and includes groundbreaking work in developing nanoformulation for delivery to cancer cells. Dr. Das has an impressive publication record, with 70 peer-reviewed international research and review papers, including one edited book (Wiley). He has also contributed significantly to conferences and holds a US patent. As an Associate Fellow at TERI- Deakin Nanobiotechnology Centre (TDNBC), India, and an Honorary Fellow of IFM, Deakin University, Australia, Dr. Das supervised PhD students and collaborated on pioneering projects. He was one of the core members of the scientific team of TDNBC in preparing the national guidelines for evaluation of nano-based agri-input and food products published by the DBT, Govt. of India. He co-founded the prestigious journal ‘Nanotechnology for Environmental Engineering’ and serves as an Associate Editor. Dr. Das’s expertise extends beyond academia. He currently serves as an external consultant in the area of nano-induced health effects for ‘Save The Environment’ (STE), a non-government organization focusing on environment. Driven by his passion for innovation and commitment to the environment, Dr. Ratul Das continues to make remarkable contributions to the field of Nanobiotechnology.
Dr. Rini Chaturvedi is a DST Inspire Faculty in the Department of Microbiology at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi. She received her Ph.D. Degree in Structural parasitology from ICGEB, New Delhi University in 2021 and earned her postdoctoral from university of ICGEB, New Delhi. She is having 13 Years of Experience in the field of Molecular medicine. Her Area of Expertise includes: Structural Parasitology, Drug Discovery, Public Health, Immunology, epigenetics. She is the author of 21 research articles, DST INSPIRE Faculty grant recipient, Young Scientist award, etc.
Dr. Deepak Gola is an Environmental Consultant in Trinity International, New Delhi. He received his Ph.D. Degree in Environmental Biotechnology from IIT Delhi in 2018. Then worked as an Assistant Professor at Noida Institute of Engineering and Technology (NIET) & IILM University Institute/University for 4 Years. He is having 6 Years of Experience in the field of Environmental Biotechnology and Nanotechnology His Area of Expertise includes: Wastewater Treatment, Nanotechnology, and Carbon footprint. He is the author of more than 50 journals and book chapters, a recipient of 2 consultancy project Grants, and multiple awards etc.
Dr. Sujeet Pratap Singh is Assistant Professor in the Biotechnology Department of Amity University, Lucknow. He received his M.Tech. Degree in Biochemical Engineering from IIT Kharagpur in 2006 and earned his Ph.D from Amity University, Uttar Pradesh. He is having 18 Years of Experience in the field of Biotechnology. His Area of Expertise includes Industrial Biotechnology, Fermentation Technology, Bioprocess Technology etc. He is the author of various research and review papers and a member of the editorial boards of different scientific journals.
Sanjay Bhargava
Results-driven business and technology management consultant
with over 34 years of experience leading large-scale digital
transformation projects, IT service delivery optimization, and
corporate training with specialisation in AI, across diverse industries.
Expertise in leveraging AI, RPA, and other cutting-edge technologies
to drive business growth and efficiency. Adept at implementing
design thinking methodologies and managing cross-functional global
teams. Proven track record in financial planning, analysis, and
stakeholder management. Helping organizations navigate the rapidly
evolving digital landscape and achieve their strategic objectives.
• Making artificial intelligence (AI) accomplish the impossible.
Sharing the latest developments in the world of artificial intelligence
and how to leverage AI in practical ways for you and your business.
• Implementation of Generative AI (GenAI) & Agentic AI using LLM
and RAG. Teaching AI for innovations & startups. Democratizing
education using the latest technology with web & games
development.
• Creation of Machine Learning and Deep Learning models on
platforms like NLP, and CNN using TensorFlow, Keras and PyTorch
framework
• Domain & functional knowledge in Banking/Finance, Retail,
Technology, Energy, Utilities, Healthcare, BPM/BPO & KPO space
• Alignment of IT to business requirements through business
process/service improvement, automation, digital transformations,
change & operations management
• Experience in redesigning and driving IT service delivery culture
transformation for large-scale scale multi-location, multi-language
global teams for optimized customer satisfaction (NPS)
• Strategic planning, analysis, and optimization of IT services for
better availability, reliability, and resilience with optimal operational
cost
Page 1 of 4• Coaching and consulting on implementing digitally-enabled
business transformations using digital automation (RPA & Cognitive),
machine learning (ML)/artificial intelligence (AI) & deep learning
frameworks
• Experience with digital transformation services, hybrid cloud, IT
infrastructure management, ERP stacks
• Consulting on corporate HR and finance areas like financial
modelling, budgeting, forecasting, strategic planning, P&L
management, financial reporting, cash flow management, variance &
cost analysis, financial & capital expenditure analysis, and business
intelligence.
Experience
Ignite IT Consulting & Educational Services
BUSINESS IT MANAGEMENT CONSULTANT
September 2017 – Present (7 years 7 months)
Chandigarh Area, India
Making artificial intelligence (AI) accomplish the impossible. Sharing the latest
developments in the world of artificial intelligence and how to leverage AI in
practical ways for you and your business. Associated as visiting faculty for
corporates, PSUs & Indian Railways.
• Business management & transformational consulting for strategy, innovation,
financial & project management using design thinking frameworks
• Alignment of IT to business requirements through automation, digital
transformation & business process improvement
• IT service delivery transformation with next-generation models for application
& infrastructure management, application development & testing, BPO and
ERP service delivery
• Digital enablement, transformation & automation consulting with AI, RPA, and
other cognitive tools across core business
• Financial planning and analysis, strategic planning, P&L management,
stakeholder management, and corporate trainings
• Domain expertise in banking/finance, retail, technology, energy, utilities,
healthcare, and BPM/BPO & KPO space
• Corporate training for technologies such as AI and machine learning,
blockchain, cybersecurity, IoT, big data and data analytics, cloud computing,
DevOps, software development methodologies, virtual and augmented reality,
robotics
Page 2 of 4• Corporate training for business & finance areas like strategic planning,
organizational development, operations management, supply chain
management, financial management & analysis, business intelligence & data
analytics, digital transformation, project management, executive coaching,
corporate governance
Wipro Technologies
Practice Head
December 2005 – September 2017 (11 years 10 months)
Banglore, India
• Spearheaded transforming IT delivery to Next Generation as Transformation
Coach by redesigning & implementing delivery models for efficiency gains
and automation using RPA/ML/AI• Spearheaded IT delivery transformation to
next-generation models by redesigning & implementing delivery models for
efficiency gains and automation
• Managed top 100 accounts with 2000+ projects
• Extensive project management using design thinking methodologies to
ensure successful implementation worldwide
• Program Delivery Head (PDH) role for USD 60M+ revenue and 800+ FTEs
large delivery function providing round-the-clock IT support for a global retail
client across 70 countries, including US, Europe, and APAC
• Program Director role for a large multilocation global account with 1400+
engineers having ADM, AM, Infra, and Testing portfolios
Computer Sciences Corporation (CSC)
Sr. Manager
January 1999 – December 2005 (7 years)
Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India
Service Delivery Manager’s role for multinational global clients
Tata Infotech
Delivery manager
January 1993 – January 1999 (6 years 1 month)
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Branch Manager for the western region responsible for the service delivery of
large accounts
Education
INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES, DAVV, INDORE
Page 3 of 4Master of Business Administration (MBA), Finance
Jabalpur Engineering College
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.), Electronics & Telecommunications
Thomas J. Webster’s (H index: 129; Google Scholar) degrees are in chemical engineering from the University of Pittsburgh (B.S., 1995; USA) and in biomedical engineering from RPI (Ph.D., 2000; USA). He has served as a professor at Purdue (2000-2005), Brown (2005-2012), and Northeastern (2012-2021; serving as Chemical Engineering Department Chair from 2012 – 2019) Universities and has formed over a dozen companies who have numerous FDA approved medical products currently improving human health in over 20,000 patients. His technology is also being used in commercial products to improve sustainability and renewable energy. He is currently helping those companies and serves as a professor at Brown University, Saveetha University, Vellore Institute of Technology, UFPI, and others. Dr. Webster has numerous awards including: 2020, World Top 2% Scientist by Citations (PLOS); 2020, SCOPUS Highly Cited Research (Top 1% Materials Science and Mixed Fields); 2021, Clarivate Top 0.1% Most Influential Researchers (Pharmacology and Toxicology); 2022, Best Materials Science Scientist by Citations (Research.com); and is a fellow of over 8 societies. Prof. Webster and his team have over 1,350 publications with over 55,000 citations. He is a recent Nobel Prize in Chemistry Nominee.



