
Dr. Vasudha Hegde is a Professor and Head of the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering with over 25 years of combined academic and industry experience. She holds a Ph.D. from VTU, Belagavi, with specialization in piezoelectric acoustic sensors for energy harvesting, and is a University Rank Holder in B.E. (EEE) from JNNCE, Shimoga. She completed her M.Tech. in Computer Applications in Industrial Drives from MSRIT, Bengaluru.
Her research interests include micro energy harvesting, MEMS sensors, renewable energy systems, and electric vehicle technologies. She has published over 30 research papers in reputed journals and conferences, serves as an invited speaker and journal reviewer, and has successfully executed an INUP-funded research project at CeNSE, IISc Bengaluru, supported by MeitY, Government of India.
Professor and Head, Department of Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Jain (Deemed-to-be University), Bengaluru
Dr. Dimple Bahri is an accomplished academician, researcher, and educator in the field of Civil Engineering, with over two decades of experience spanning teaching, research, and community engagement. She currently serves as an Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Engineering & Technology at JAIN (Deemed-to-be University), Bengaluru, where she has been a key contributor since 2012. Her career reflects a strong commitment to nurturing young technical minds while advancing research in water resources, groundwater studies, and sustainable infrastructure.
Dr. Bahri holds a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (2025) from JAIN (Deemed-to-be University). She completed her M.E. in Hydraulics from the prestigious IIT Roorkee, securing First Division with Honors, and earned her B.Tech in Civil Engineering from REC Jalandhar with First Division. She also qualified GATE 1998 with an impressive 91.13 percentile and an All India Rank of 418, reflecting her strong academic foundation.
Prof. Shashikumar S has a strong foundation in Aerospace Structures. He has expertise in high-temperature materials and aerospace structures. Prof. Shashikumar's extensive six years of experience in academia and two years of background in the aerospace industry ensure a unique learning experience for students. Prof. Shashikumar holds a B.E. in Mechanical Engineering and an MTech in Aerospace Structures. His recent PG Certification in Machine Learning from IISc Bangalore (2024) highlights his commitment to advancing technological aerospace research.
Dr. Sumit Kumar is working as a Professor & Head in Department of Electronics & Communication, Faculty of Engineering & Technology at Jain Deemed-to-be University, Bangalore. Prior to join Jain University, he was Associate Professor & Head at Centre for Space Research, under Division of Research & Development, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, Punjab, India. He has more than 17 years of Research & Academic Experience at various reputed organisations of country. He has received his Ph.D. degree from Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Dhanbad, India. He was a recipient of DST, MHRD fellowship during his M. Tech tenure and also, worked as a ‘Research Intern’ at CSIR-NPL, New Delhi. His research areas include Nanoelectronics, Optoelectronics, Biosensors, and applications of Artificial Intelligence in allied areas of electronics. Dr Kumar has completed one funded project at INUP-IIT Bombay duly funded by MeittY, Govt. of India. He has published more than 42 research articles in reputed Journals and several publications through reputed conferences, book chapters & editorials. He is also a member of different reputed organizations like IEEE, ISTE, IAENG and IETE.
Prof. Sandeep V, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at JAIN (Deemed-to-be University), is a seasoned professional with over 9 years of diverse experience in both industry and academia. A passionate researcher, educator, and mentor, Prof. Sandeep V excels in the cutting-edge fields of Composite Materials and Ultrasonic Welding. He has already published two insightful research articles that reflect his expertise. Prof. Sandeep V holds a B.E. in Mechanical Engineering from KVGCE, Sullia (VTU) and an M.Tech. in Manufacturing Science and Engineering from GCE, Ramanagara (VTU). Currently, he is pushing the boundaries of innovation as he pursues a Ph.D. in Ultrasonic Welding at JAIN (Deemed-to-be University), India.