Meet The Mentors

Dr. Sumit Sheoran is an assistant officer and research scholar in the department of biochemistry at the university of lovely professional university, Jalandhar. He received his Ph.D. Degree in Biochemistry from Lovely Professional University in 2024. He has 2 Years of experience in the field of biochemistry. His area of expertise includes drug discovery, nano-formulations, cell line analysis, and wet lab techniques of biochemistry, microbiology, and molecular biology. He is the author of various reviews as well research papers in reputed high-impact factor journals, recipient of any grants, awards, etc.

Dr. Pooja Devi is a Principal Scientist at CSIR-Central Scientific Instruments Organisation, Chandigarh. She is affiliated with the Materials Science and Sensor Application Department of CSIR-CSIO. She received her Ph.D. Degree in Engineering (Materials) from the Academy of Scientific and Industrial Research, New Delhi in 2018. She has been working as a scientist at CSIR-CSIO since 2010. She is having 12 years of experience in the field of materials. Her major research interest includes materials design for green hydrogen production, water/air pollutants degradation, and water pollutants monitoring, materials engineering, techniques, and associated affordable and portable devices development for water pollutants detection, degradation, green hydrogen production, air purification, etc. She has filed 03 patents, 02 design registration, 01 copyright, transferred 02 technology, published 84 international high-impact publications, edited 07 books, 22 book chapters, 90 conference papers, and delivered 60 invited/oral talks. She has received funding/fellowships from DST, SERB, CSIR, ACS, IUSSTF, etc., for various projects. She is also a recipient of several prestigious awards and fellowships including NASI Young Scientist Platinum Jubilee Award (2021), IEI Young Engineer Award, INAE Young Engineer Award (2020), SERB Women Excellence Award (2020), Young Associateship of Indian Academy of Science (2019-22), Haryana Yuva Vigyan Ratan Award (2019), Young Scientist Award (2019) from Indian Science Congress Association, Young Scientist Award (2019) from International Society for Energy, Environment and Sustainability, IUSSTF Water Advanced Research and Innovation (WARI) fellowship (2017), Canadian Commonwealth Fellowship (2010), GC Jain Memorial Award (2020) by MRSI, PITTCON- Travel Grant (2018) from American Chemical Society, SERB International Travel grant, etc.

Varsha Sharma is a NET-qualified full stack developer with over 10 years of experience in SQL, web development, and software engineering. She is skilled in optimizing processes, delivering scalable solutions, and mentoring junior engineers. As an educator, she simplifies complex computer science concepts using real-world examples and practical teaching methods, working with students across age groups both online and offline. Her career spans roles from Associate Software Engineer to Senior Engineer at Indus Valley Partners, and she currently teaches at the Institute of Engineering and Technology, Lucknow. She is also active in volunteering and CSR initiatives.

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A finance and business strategy professional with expertise in taxation, financial planning, and operational optimization. Focused on driving sustainable growth by improving profitability, strengthening compliance, and streamlining business processes. Supports clients with practical, data-driven financial and sales solutions that enhance decision-making, accelerate performance, and build long-term resilience.

Harish Madireddy is an Oracle SQL & PL/SQL expert with over 11 years of experience in designing, optimizing, and managing enterprise-scale database systems across multiple domains including Insurance, Banking, Retail, and Logistics. He specializes in SQL performance tuning, PL/SQL architecture, large-volume batch processing, and query optimization. Harish is also an experienced technical trainer and mentor, providing structured training programs on Oracle SQL, PL/SQL development, and performance tuning techniques. He has a proven track record of solving critical database performance issues, mentoring junior developers, implementing best practices, and delivering scalable enterprise data solutions

Mr. Dushyant Tiwari is a distinguished graduate of the National University of Advanced Legal Studies, Kochi. He founded Scripta Lex Law Firm and established an independent legal practice, representing clients before the Supreme Court of India, the Allahabad High Court, the Delhi High Court, and several tribunals, including the NCLT, NCLAT, and consumer forums in Delhi and Uttar Pradesh.
As an Advocate-on-Record at the Supreme Court of India, Mr. Tiwari has gained extensive experience in handling complex legal matters in Criminal Law, Family Law, Arbitration, Constitutional Law, Consumer Law, Commercial Law, and Insolvency and Bankruptcy (IBC). He serves as a panel counsel for the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC) and has been appointed as Amicus Curiae in various cases before the NCDRC.
Mr. Tiwari is an active member of both the Supreme Court Bar Association and the Delhi High Court Bar Association. With a reputation for excellence, he is dedicated to delivering expert legal solutions and achieving the best possible outcomes for his clients.

I am Rohith Praveen, a dedicated Physiotherapist with experience in orthopedics, neurorehabilitation, cardiopulmonary care, pediatrics, and sports rehabilitation. I hold a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from Manipal Academy of Higher Education.

I have worked as a physiotherapist at Pulse Medicare Multi-speciality Hospital and currently practice as a Freelance Physiotherapist, providing home-based physiotherapy and personalized sports rehabilitation services. My expertise includes athletic taping, exercise prescription, mobility training, strength and conditioning, on-field injury management, and return-to-sport protocols.

With strong exposure to professional sports such as football, athletics, badminton, swimming, marathons, and kabaddi, I aim to support athletes and patients through evidence-based rehabilitation, performance recovery, and patient-centered care.

Dr. Reshma Gummadi is an experienced Associate Professor in Information Technology at Prasad V. Potluri Siddhartha Institute of Technology, Vijayawada, with nearly 20 years of teaching, research, and academic administration experience, holding a Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering from Acharya Nagarjuna University. She has strong expertise in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Data Science, and has made significant contributions through research publications, patents, books, and funded projects while actively participating in curriculum development, accreditation, and student mentoring. She has received notable recognitions such as the Young Researcher Award and Best Performing Educator, and frequently serves as a resource person at national and international events. Her research profile includes 15 publications indexed in SCI, Scopus, and Springer AISC, with 119 citations and an H-index of 4, focusing on applications of AI and ML in healthcare, finance, and smart systems, demonstrating both strong academic impact and practical relevance.

I am Dr. N. Dharani Priya, Agricultural Entomology expert. My specialization includes bio-pesticides, nano bio-pesticides, and eco-friendly pest management.
I also offer practical training in beekeeping and sericulture to help learners gain useful and income-generating skills. My teaching approach is simple and practical, focusing on real-life applications. I guide students, farmers, and agri-enthusiasts to understand pest management easily and apply it effectively. My courses are designed to build skills, improve career, and explore income opportunities in agriculture.

I am Dr. Sakshi Rastogi, a Healthcare & Life Sciences Executive with over 25 years of strategic leadership in driving high-impact operations and business growth across Pharma, Biotech, and Medical Device sectors. My expertise spans the R&D-to-Post-Marketing lifecycle, including clinical, pharmacovigilance, regulatory affairs, and patient safety.

Currently, I serve as the Global Client Solutions Partner at QUANTIPHI, and have previously held senior leadership roles at Wipro Limited, overseeing global portfolios worth over $50M with sustained 20-30% YoY revenue growth. I specialize in AI/ML automation for drug development, global regulatory submissions, and operational excellence.

I have a proven track record of delivering transformational healthcare solutions using data-driven strategies and cognitive automation. Recognized as a leader, I have mentored cross-functional teams, led large-scale initiatives, and helped clients improve patient outcomes. With extensive experience in stakeholder management, policy research, and innovation ecosystems, I am dedicated to advancing employability and innovation in the life sciences sector.