XIM University Ph.D Scholars (Part-Time)
XUB RESEARCH SCHOLARS DETAILS
Ph.D Scholars Batch 2021 Profile :
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Ankit Kumar – XUPH2401
Academic Background: M.TECH from Birla Institute of Technology & Science Pilani, Rajasthan (2020-2023) and BCA from Aryabhatta Knowledge University, Patna (2016-19).
Industry Experience: I am an IT professional with 05+ years of experience in Technical Development, System Optimization and Software Engineering in Technology Services. Currently I am working in the role of Senior Project Engineer at Wipro Ltd for a Retail client responsible for developing and optimizing custom applications, enhancements to streamline business processes and ensuring seamless integration between systems to support efficient retails operations.
Research Area: Internet of Things, Wireless Sensor Networks and Embedded system. -
Babasish Nanda – XUPH2404
Academic Background: MA in Sports Journalism - University of Central Lancashire (2015-16). BA in Journalism and Communications - School Of Communication, Manipal University (2012-15).
Industry Experience: I am a cricket broadcaster with 15 years’ worth of experience in live broadcasting, sports production, cricket commentary & cricket content solutions. I was previously associated with Sports Interactive, one of Asia’s top sports agencies where I was a leader in their digital content space working with the IPL, ISL, PKL, NDTV, Star Sports & numerous other notable brands.
Research Area: Sports Journalism - Elite cricket Pathways and the state of Odisha -
Kumar Aradhya – XUPH2410
Academic Background: Master of Fashion Management from NIFT Hyderabad (2007-09).
Industry Experience: I currently run a startup focused on industrial equipment for garment manufacturing. Previously, I was the Product Head for Superdry India with Reliance Brands Ltd. and a Brand Manager with Future Group. I have also been a guest lecturer at various NIFT centers.
Research Area: My research interests include Fashion Merchandising and Fashion Consumer Behaviour, focusing on consumer decision-making processes, and branding and merchandising strategies. -
Manoj Kumar Neelamegan – XUPH2411
Academic Background: Master of Research (Management) from the University of Liverpool, MBA from Amity University and B.Sc. in Hotel Management from Bharathiar University.
Industry Experience: Manoj Neelamegan, with nearly two decades of international experience, excels in overseeing educational institutions and driving strategic business development. He has collaborated with prestigious Australian and European institutes and has worked alongside the Ministry of Education in Lao PDR, significantly contributing to the global education sector. As a staunch advocate for sustainable development, Manoj mentors and coaches start-ups, fostering innovation and growth.
Research Area: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Entrepreneurship, Tourism Studies. -
Debasis Mohanty – XUPH2303
Academic Background: MBA from SCMHRD, Pune (Symbiosis International University, 2013-15) and B. Tech in Computer Science from ITER, SOA University (2007-11).
Industry Experience: I am a management professional with 10+ years of experience in project management, delivery management and pre-sales in Information Technology and Consulting. Currently I am working in the role of Delivery Manager at Wipro Ltd for a Healthcare client responsible to manage full stack projects ranging from applications to infrastructure including cloud. I was previously associated with TCS, Pidilite (Internship) and Deloitte (Live Projects) during my MBA.
Research Area: Information Systems – Cloud Computing, Artificial Intelligence. -
Jnana Ranjan Tripathy - XUPH2304
Academic Background: M.Tech in Computer Science Berhampur University, B.E in IT – BPUT, Odisha.
Academic Exposure: More than 12 years of teaching experience in various Engineering Colleges & University. Taught both UG & PG students throughout.
Research Area: Artificial Neural Networks. Keen interest in Blockchain Technology. -
Prasun Chaturvedi –XUPH2307
Academic Background: MBA, BM – XIMB; BE, Comp Science & Engineering – Utkal University.
Industry Exposure: More than two decades of executive experience in global IT consulting and services, part of a prominent conglomerate, offering technology and business solutions to clients worldwide. Passionately addresses theoretical gaps at the intersection of responsible governance, adoption of transformative emerging technologies, and the elevation of government services and citizen participation.
Research Area: Responsible AI Governance at School of Governance and Public Affairs -
Baijanti Mallick – XUPH2102
Academic Background: PGDM-Rural Management (XIMB), B.Sc (Agriculture Hons) - OUAT, Odisha.
Industry Experience: 10 years’ experience in Corporates, NGOs and PSUs pertaining to Corporate Social Responsibility, Industrial Relations and Public Relations Departments. Strategic Planning, Budgeting, and programmatic support to team members to effectively implementation the planned CSR activities. Developing partnership models, linkages/networking with Government departments/NGOs, regular interactions with communities, Handling the Internal and External corporate Communications of the Companies, Content writing and Corporate Newsletters, Social Media Campaign, and Awards & Accolades.
Research Area: Rural Management. -
Dibakar Porichha XUPH21004
Academic Background: L.L.M from North Odisha University Baripada, MSW from Sam Higginbottom Institute of Agri., Tech. & Sciences. Deemed University. PGDRD (Post Graduate Diploma in Rural Development) and PDJMC (Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism and Mass Media Communication) from IGNOU
Industry Experience: Legal practice in the courts of Session court, Commission Court, Honourable High Court Cuttack, and assisting senior Counsel in the Honourable. Supreme Court Delhi since last 12 years. Advocate as Central Government Counsel (Government of India Ministry of Law and Justice Department of Legal Affairs Judicial Section) before High Court of Orissa, for 3yrs, Empanelment on the Panel of the Advocates of Oriental Bank of Commerce, Circle Office-Bhubaneswar, for 3 years. Director & CEO Catholic Charities NGO 6 Years. Legal Aid, trainings and teachings to community leaders
Research Area: Minority Justice and Dignity