Mr. Apurba Nandi is currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of CSE (IoT, CS & BT) at the Institute of Engineering & Management, Newtown, India, since July 2024. He is actively engaged in teaching, research, and mentoring students in emerging domains such as Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things (IoT), and sustainable computing. His academic involvement emphasizes interdisciplinary innovation and real-world problem-solving.

Research & Publications

Mr. Nandi has made notable contributions to scientific research with multiple journal publications (5), conference presentations (16), and book chapters published by reputed publishers like Springer Nature. His research focuses on explainable AI, sustainable vehicle analytics, healthcare AI applications, and intelligent systems. He has also filed a copyright for his work titled “THE OCT OMNIBUS: Image and Tabular Representation of Diabetic Macular Edema Patient Details.”

Projects & Technical Contributions

He has successfully contributed to and led 6 research and development projects addressing critical areas such as environmental monitoring, healthcare diagnostics, and industrial safety systems. His work demonstrates a strong inclination toward applied AI solutions with societal impact.

Certifications & Skill Development

Mr. Nandi has completed 8 professional certifications, enhancing his expertise in advanced technologies, data science, and AI-driven applications, reflecting his commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.

Achievements & Recognition

He has earned several prestigious recognitions, including:

• Mentoring winning teams (1st and 2nd positions) at India AI Impact Summit 2026 for innovative AI solutions like AGNISENA and VOXAID.
• Finalist at the Aegis Graham Bell Award 2025 for the project AquaSmartIQ.
• 2nd Runner-Up at a national-level R&D Hackathon organized by CMPDIL under the Ministry of Coal.
• 2nd Runner-Up Best Paper Award at ICDAI–2025 for research on real-time plant disease detection systems.

These achievements highlight his excellence in research mentorship, innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Eligibility for Young Researcher Award 

Mr. Apurba Nandi is a strong candidate for the Young Researcher Award (Scientific Laurels) due to his significant academic contributions, impactful research in emerging technologies, and consistent record of innovation and recognition at national and international platforms. His work in explainable AI, healthcare systems, and environmental sustainability, along with successful project execution and mentorship of award-winning teams, reflects the qualities of originality, research excellence, and societal impact that align well with the criteria for this prestigious award.