Dr. Praphul Chandra is a distinguished figure in academia, industry, and startups, with extensive expertise in Machine Learning, AI, and Blockchain. With over 25 years of experience in R&D, Dr. Chandra holds a PhD in Game Theory & Mechanism Design from the Indian Institute of Science, along with an MS in Electrical Engineering from Columbia University and a B.Tech in Electronics Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) Varanasi.

His professional journey includes roles such as Founder CEO at Koinearth, Professor of Machine Learning at uGDX, and Senior Research Scientist at Hewlett Packard. Dr. Chandra boasts a remarkable portfolio, including over 36 publications, 4 book chapters, 2 authored books, and numerous keynote speeches delivered at industry forums.
He currently serves as Accenture Luminary and as a member of the Board of Studies at M.S. Ramaiah University of Applied Science.

With his extensive expertise spanning academia, industry, and startups, Dr. Chandra is spearheading innovative research, skill development, and industry collaboration initiatives, driving Atria University to the forefront of AI innovation and application.

Mr. Dinker G Mattam, is a seasoned professional who has worked at the intersection of Machine Learning and Finance including investment banking, and private equity. In his most recent avatar, he was the founder and CEO of Volsquare Algos, a cutting-edge startup that built deep learning models to forecast highly stochastic variables in capital markets.

Mr. Dinker’s past roles have included Expert Data Scientist at Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Advisor, Data Sciences at DXC Technology, and Vice President, Quantitative Analytics at Decimal Point Analytics.
With over 13 years of expertise in entrepreneurship, finance, and technology. Dinker holds a B. Tech in Mechanical Engineering, a MBA and CFA charter from the CFA Institute, USA. He has received the Wilmott Prize for Excellence from the CQF Institute, London, for his proficiency in quantitative finance and machine learning.

As a professor-of-practice at Atria University, Mr. Dinker brings a wealth of real-world expertise in data science and finance, empowering students to tackle complex challenges, giving them a distinct competitive edge to emerge as changemakers, and lead in the dynamic realms of business and technology.

Dr. H S Prashantha is a distinguished figure in academia and research with expertise in Signal and Image Processing, Remote Sensing and AI & Machine Learning. He holds an advanced certification in Data Science and AI from IIT Madras, a PhD in Signal Processing algorithms from Anna University Chennai, and a BE and MTech in Electronics and Communication Engineering. With over 25 years of experience, Dr. Prashantha has mentored over 180 UG, PG and PhD students.

He has served in India’s most esteemed institutes and universities, including PES Institute of Technology, UVCE Bangalore and Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology, contributing as a Doctoral Committee Member and participating in various academic councils and committees and he holds distinguished memberships in the IEEE Signal Processing Society, IEEE Sensor council, and IEEE-CEDA.

Dr. Prashantha’s portfolio boasts 20+ conference proceedings publications, 70+ journal publications, 15 book chapters, and 7 patents. He’s served as an expert in CoEs like CORI (PES), ISRO’s Student Satellite Design Center, and NMIT’s Robotics Center. Dr. Prashantha has also received the Distinguished Professor Higher Education Award for 2022-23 (GRF Awards) and the Outstanding Scientist Award in 2021 for Engineering, Science, and Medicine.

As a veteran in research and academia, Dr. Prashantha is actively nurturing the young minds of Atria University to become innovators in the world of AI.

Ms. Vibhavari R is an adept educator with two years of teaching experience and a Master’s degree in Applied Mathematics and Computing from Manipal Academy of Higher Education. Her academic journey has been marked by a focus on interdisciplinary areas, including the exploration of fractals and the development of encryption systems linked to matrices associated with semigraphs. Notably, she holds a keen interest in graph theory and cryptography.

Beyond her academic pursuits, Vibhavari is a multifaceted individual, proficient in classical dance and singing. Her diverse talents extend beyond the realm of mathematics and education, showcasing a well-rounded personality and a commitment to both intellectual and artistic pursuits.

Ms. Nithya Satish is a tech enthusiast with a Master’s in Computer Applications (MCA) and a Bachelor’s in Computer Applications (BCA). Her passion for technology spans several areas including Web Development, Internet of Things (IoT), Frontend Development, and Game Development. She is known for her ability to engage with cutting-edge technologies and contribute significantly to the field. She has authored a paper on the topic “Intelligent Dual-axis Solar Power Tracking System”.

In addition to her academic and professional endeavours, Ms. Nithya is actively involved in creative activities, such as painting and crafting handmade artefacts. This diverse range of interests underscores her dedication to continuous learning and personal growth.