Greater Chennai Area
An award-winning interdisciplinary scientist working at the intersection of academia, government, industry, startups, and NGOs, using AI/ML, optimization and data to turn complex problems into practical solutions. Over the past decade, this work has spanned transportation, water, energy, chemistry, and entrepreneurship, cellular biophysics, composites, marketing, medical devices, biopharma, and ayurveda. Today, the work sits across three main pillars: - AI/ML & data consulting across interdisciplinary domains. - STEM education & mentoring. - Science communication & creative media. Open to collaborations with organisations and teams looking to unlock value from data, design engaging STEM experiences, or bridge the gap between traditional domains and AI-enabled practice. *** Within those three pillars, the specifics are: 1) AI/ML/Data Science consultant across domains 2) Data storytelling and visualisation expert for deep valued insights 3) Mentor for researchers and professionals on AI/ML transition 4) STEM educator (creative strategies for kids) 5) Mentor for school students (research, science fairs) 6) Content creator (reports, decks, social media, websites, 3D videos) 7) Public speaker (tech + motivational talks) 8) Game design products for engaging science 9) Cover art and comics for making STEM engaging and fun 10) Stand-up comedy and parody songs for STEM audiences You can find more about my journey at https://chaozandorder.wordpress.com/
Jury member for hackathons. 1. Smart India Hackathon - Ministry of Jal Shakthi, Chennai Nodal Centre, Dec 2025. 2. TANCAM TN industrial impact hackathon - March 2026 3. Coding Hackathon - Shiv Nadar University - March 2026
Research Projects at Industry-Academia Interface through Research Collaborations with Measured Inc., USA, M2 Club USA, Schaeffler Group USA, Energy ETA Bangalore, Titan Watches Company Limited Hosur, AdaniConnex Data Center Chennai
Managing 10 member team for AI initiatives in NetZero implementation for commercial buildings like malls, hotels, data centers, office, pharma companies and more. Clients for instance include Adani Data Center, Cognizant, Hatsun Agro Products, Trane Technologies, Aurobindo Pharma, Residency chain of hotels.
IIT Madras chapter
STEAM promoter and brand ambassador for EdTech startups that promote DIY and hands-on approaches. Creating journal cover art, comics based on research, design of games, making parody songs and much more to make STEM engaging and fun! Have coordinated with 20+ organizations to date, for the facilitation of specifically themed workshops. Conducted 50+ workshops across Chennai, Bangalore, Coimbatore. Mentored high school students to conduct their independent research projects.