Research Conclave

Our Chief Guests

Dr. Umamaheswaran

With a career spanning nearly 35 years, he has been associated with the ISRO. He spent 31 years at the VSSC in various capacities, including the position of project director of GSLV from July 2014 and deputy director of VSSC in the Avionics entity from May 2017. From May to August 2018, he was assigned to Associate Scientific Secretary of ISRO at ISRO HQ, Bangalore, and later was elevated to Scientific Secretary at ISRO. In 2022, he assumed the role of Director of the Human Space Flight Centre in Bangalore, showcasing his remarkable trajectory.

Dr. Anita Gupta

Head of Climate, Energy and sustainable development, DST

With over 25 years of experience, the Associate Head (Innovation and Entrepreneurship) at the Department of Science and Technology, Govt. of India, has played a pivotal role in leading Startup India. Successfully establishing 150+ tech business incubators at top institutions, this professional specializes in strategic Public-Private Partnerships. Collaborating with major corporations such as Intel, Lockheed Martin, Boeing, Texas Instruments, Tatas, and Bennett Coleman and Co., their efforts have significantly contributed to transforming India's innovation landscape.

Mr. Gaurav Seth

CEO, Pier sight Space

Having earned a B.Tech in Engineering Physics from IIST, he devoted nine years to ISRO, making significant contributions to five interplanetary and Earth observation missions. His pivotal role extended to designing and executing these missions, showcasing his expertise. Noteworthy is his involvement in the creation of India's inaugural airborne foliage penetration Synthetic Aperture Radar, demonstrating his innovative contributions to space technology.

Mr. Sant ranjan

Head R&D Innovation, Godrej & Boyce Manufacturing

With 30 years of experience, he's the AVP and Head of R&D Innovation Appliance at Godrej and Boyce Mfg. Co. Ltd. Expertise includes design in Automotive Comfort, Home Appliances, and Electric Vehicle thermal management. A 12-year ASHRAE member, he played roles in the Smart India Hackathon, as Secretary in 2018 and 2019, and Chairman in 2022. Notably, he holds credit for two patents, emphasizing commitment to innovation.

Dr. Philip Jose

Product Development Head, Mahindra Lite mobility pvt ltd

He completed their education with a B.Tech in Electrical Engineering from the IIT Madras. He pursued further studies at the University of Minnesota, where they obtained a Master of Science degree and a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Electrical Engineering. He most recently served as the Head of Product Development at Mahindra Last Mile Mobility. Before that, He was the Head of Functions and Systems Engineering at Mahindra EV Technology Centre within the Mahindra Group.