MeetourFaculty.
Researchers, practitioners, and industry leaders who bring the frontier of their fields into every classroom. They don't just teach — they build, discover, and mentor.
Faculty who
shape minds
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knowledge.
Our faculty bring decades of research, industry, and teaching experience from India's most prestigious institutions — IISc, TIFR, IIT, and global universities. They are mentors, builders, and thought leaders who make learning deeply personal.
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Internationally acclaimed researchers across multiple domains
Our faculty have led national and international projects at C-DAC, NIOT, TIFR, and IISc — bringing frontier research directly into the classroom. US patents, Bhatnagar prizes, and IEEE fellowships are part of the room.
Decades of real-world engineering and leadership experience
From Mahindra & Mahindra to General Motors, from Saint-Gobain to Virginia Tech — our faculty have held senior technical and leadership roles at the world's most respected organisations before stepping into the classroom.
Mentors who invest in your growth beyond the classroom
Small cohorts, open-door culture, and a genuine commitment to student success. Our faculty are accessible, invested, and deeply passionate about education — not just research output.
Faculty directory
Dr. Pushpendra Singh is an expert in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning with extensive research experience. He brings industry-aligned pedagogy to the Digital Transformation programme, focusing on real-world AI applications and data-driven problem solving.
Dr. Abhishek Sinha specialises in cloud architecture and cybersecurity. His research focuses on secure distributed systems and he brings hands-on industry experience from leading technology organisations to the classroom.
Dr. Homen Lahan is a molecular biologist with deep expertise in genomics and biotechnology. His research explores genetic mechanisms in disease pathways, contributing to Atria's Life Sciences Centre of Excellence.
Dr. Stella brings expertise in biochemistry and sustainable agriculture to Atria University. Her interdisciplinary research bridges life sciences and sustainability, aligning with Atria's mission to address India's food and health challenges.
Dr. Kristi Kabyashree is a researcher in renewable energy systems and battery technology. Her work at Atria's Energy Sciences CoE focuses on next-generation energy storage solutions and clean energy transitions.
Dr. Purnima Jallihal specialises in smart grid technologies and power electronics. Her research contributes to India's energy transition goals, and she mentors students on projects related to grid modernisation and eMobility infrastructure.
With over 25 years of industry expertise at Amazon and Sasken Technologies, Vijai Simha leads academics at Atria University. He specialises in IoT, embedded systems, and digital signal processing, bridging industry and academia.
Dinker Mattam brings entrepreneurial expertise and business strategy knowledge to Atria's Sustainable Entrepreneurship programme. He mentors student ventures and guides them through the incubation process.
Christina is an environmental scientist focused on climate resilience and ecological sustainability. Her teaching integrates field research with classroom learning, preparing students to tackle real-world environmental challenges.
Jithin CV is a software engineering expert with industry experience in DevOps and agile development. He brings practical software development skills to the classroom, ensuring students are job-ready from day one.
Parvez specialises in electric vehicle architecture and automotive systems engineering. His hands-on approach to teaching ensures students gain practical exposure to EV design and testing at Atria's eMobility lab.
Radha focuses on social innovation and impact investing within the Sustainable Entrepreneurship programme. She guides students in building ventures that create measurable social and environmental impact.
Saurabh Mahajan is a data engineering specialist with expertise in large-scale analytics platforms. He brings industry experience from leading data-driven organisations to Atria's Digital Transformation programme.
Sayantan is a solar energy researcher with expertise in photovoltaic systems and solar cell technology. His research at Atria's Energy Sciences CoE contributes to India's solar energy mission.
Suhail specialises in battery management systems and power electronics for electric vehicles. His research focuses on improving energy efficiency and safety in EV battery packs.
Varsha is a biotechnology researcher with expertise in bioinformatics and computational biology. She integrates data science with life sciences to prepare students for the emerging field of computational biology.
Akshara focuses on circular economy principles and green business models. She helps students design sustainable ventures that minimise environmental impact while maximising social value.
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