Meet The Mentors

Dr. Garima Singh is a Researcher in Biomaterials and Biopolymers at Jaypee Institute of Information Technology and serves as a Scientific Technical Officer at Reinste Nanoventures. Her work focuses on bacterial cellulose, biopolymers, nanomaterials, and the development of functional biomaterials for advanced applications. She has authored multiple research papers and book chapters, and has presented her research at national and international conferences. Her current interests include projects in advanced coatings, sensor development, and sustainable materials, translating lab innovation into real-world, scalable solutions.

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.

Dr. Saroj Kumar Singh obtained M.Tech. & Ph.D (Materials Science) from I.I.T., Kharagpur. He retired as Professor in AcSIR, Chief Scientist, and Head of Advanced Materials Technology Department of CSIR- IMMT, Bhubaneswar, in 2016. He has contributed significantly in various fields of Materials Science and Engineering. His contribution towards the development of Advanced Materials through the thermal plasma route from ores and minerals and solid wastes generated from mineral-based industries is particularly praiseworthy. He has developed and designed various plasma reactors indigevously for the above purposes. He completed several projects in Plasma Processing as PI and team members funded by different sponsor agencies such as DST, NALCO, IRELTD, DMSRDE. CSIR, BRNS, NMDC, MoM, MoS, Vedanta Ltd., etc.

I am Dr. Meena Gupta, an accomplished physiotherapist and researcher with extensive experience in neurorehabilitation, pediatric rehabilitation, and assistive technologies. I have worked across neurofeedback, repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS), and cognitive rehabilitation, specializing in spastic cerebral palsy and other neurodevelopmental disorders.

Currently, I serve as an Associate Professor at the Amity Institute of Health Allied Sciences, where I teach undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral courses while mentoring research projects. I have a strong background in clinical neurophysiology, biomedical engineering applications, and patient safety in healthcare. My research contributions have been published in prestigious Web of Science, Scopus, and SCI-indexed journals.

I have authored books and book chapters on neurorehabilitation, digital healthcare, robotic rehabilitation, and assistive technology for the disabled, and I have presented my research globally. In recognition of my work, I have received various awards, including the Dr. M.B. Athreya Award for best research in the field of disability.

I am passionate about advancing rehabilitative care, developing innovative neurofeedback and therapeutic approaches, and empowering patients with neurodevelopmental disorders through cutting-edge research and evidence-based clinical practice.

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. Debasish Sarkar is a Professor in the Department of Ceramic Engineering at the National Institute of Technology, Rourkela, India. He received his Ph.D. degree in Ceramic Engineering from the National Institute of Technology, Rourkela, India, in 2007. He earned his postdoctoral from the Korea Research Institute of Standard and Science, Daejeon, South Korea. He then worked as a Professor at NIT for 14 Years. He has 26 Years of Experience in Nanoceramics, Bioceramics, and High-Temperature Ceramics. His Area of Expertise includes: Nanoparticles, Ceramic Processing and Fabrication, Microstructure and Mechanical Properties Simulation, and Design and Analysis of Structural Ceramics. He is the author of peer-reviewed 65 SCI publications, four books (CRC Press, Springer-Nature, Wiley), five book chapters, 6 National and International Patents, Govt. of India and Industry sponsored projects with a cost of more than Rs.3.5 crore, and recipient of the MRSI medal 2016, and many more.

Akanksha Kamthe is a distinguished legal professional currently serving as the Director at Digsamvad, a pioneering organization in the field of cybersecurity, safety services, awareness programs, and digital marketing. With a robust career spanning over 15 years, she has demonstrated exceptional expertise in legal strategy and compliance across diverse international markets. Akanksha is a certified DCPLA (Certified Privacy Lead Assessor) by the Data Security Council of India.

Dr. Neeta Bhagat was Assistant Professor (Senior Grade) in the Department of Biotechnology at the Amity University. She received her Ph.D. Degree in Biomedical Sciences from Bundelkhand University in 2008. Then worked as a AP-III in AIB Institute for 15 years. She is having 22+ years of experience in the field of Microbiology, Biomedical Sciences, Pharmaceutical. Her area of expertise includes: Microbiology and Biomedical Sciences. She is the author of 20 +research articles and one book and guided PhD student, many M. Tech, M.Sc., B.Tech, B.Sc. students for project and dissertation work.

Sneh Lata is a Senior Research Fellow at the CSIR-Indian Institute of Toxicology Research, specialising in developing advanced analytical methods for environmental and biological samples. She holds a Master of Science in Forensic Science from the University of Delhi. She has extensive experience utilising sophisticated analytical instruments such as LC-MS/MS, GC-MS/MS, and ICP-OES. Her research focuses on wastewater remediation, heavy metals, and pesticide analysis, with a strong background in metabolomics and structure elucidation of plant molecules. She is a member of the Society of Toxicology (SOT) and the American Chemical Society (ACS). She has published several articles while actively participating in international conferences, sharing her nanotechnology and environmental science expertise.

I am Saurav Singh, a results-driven Consultant and Mentor with over 3 years of experience in innovation-based education, mentoring, and public policy. I have served as a Regional Mentor of Change under Atal Innovation Mission, NITI Aayog, where I guided over 50 Atal Tinkering Labs and mentored more than 3000 students in innovation, design thinking, and entrepreneurship projects across Bihar and Jharkhand.

With a strong background in technology, education strategy, and social innovation, I have contributed to the development of innovation ecosystems and policy research. I am passionate about driving data-driven program management and am eager to contribute to Wadhwani Foundation’s mission of fostering innovation and employability.

I am currently focusing on UPSC preparation with a special interest in public policy and governance, while continuing my work as an independent consultant in education and innovation projects.

Manish Kumar Chakravarti is an analytical and technically skilled data professional with experience in data analytics, machine learning, and web development. He is proficient in Python, SQL, Power BI, and Excel for end-to-end data processing, visualization, and reporting. He has developed real-world projects in fraud detection, retail sales, and e-commerce analytics. Manish is adept at transforming complex datasets into actionable insights, building interactive dashboards, performing web scraping, and creating web applications using Flask, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. He has experience in ETL processes, automating workflows, and delivering data-driven solutions to support strategic business decisions