ADVISORY BOARD
Guided by Those Who Have Walked the Path
Our Advisory Board is not a ceremonial body. It is the intellectual spine of ISERT — a council of accomplished STEM leaders whose insights shape our strategy, challenge our assumptions, and ensure our programs deliver genuine value to the communities we serve.
We seek advisors who bring not just distinguished credentials but a genuine desire to see India's next generation of scientists, engineers, and technologists succeed. The return on your involvement is measured not in reports or recognitions, but in the careers unlocked, the research enabled, and the futures transformed.
How Advisory Board Members Contribute
Strategic Direction — Shaping ISERT's research priorities, program portfolio, and long-term positioning within India's STEM landscape.
Mentorship Access — Opening career pathways for emerging talent by connecting them directly with their field's most respected practitioners.
Network Activation — Bringing in institutional partners, research collaborators, and funding relationships that expand ISERT's reach and credibility.
Voice & Advocacy — Amplifying ISERT's work within policy circles, academic institutions, and the broader STEM community.
Prof. Ashutosh Sharma
Inst. Chair Professor, IIT Kanpur; Former Secretary, DST India; Padma Shri (2025) Awardee
A distinguished scientist and researcher whose work in nanoscience and soft matter has significantly advanced India's scientific innovation.
Prof. Veena Choudhary
Professor, Dept. of Materials Science & Engineering, IIT Delhi
Her research focuses on polymer science and nanocomposites, driving material innovations.
Anil Rohaj
Senior IT Leader
Driving digital transformation and IT strategy across large scale infrastructure projects.
Prof. Chandra S. Sharma
Head & Professor, Chemical Engineering, IIT Hyderabad
Working in nanomaterials, energy storage, and advanced functional materials at IIT Hyderabad.
Dr. Veda Krishnan
Senior Scientist, Biochemical Division, ICAR-IARI, New Delhi
Expert in nutritional biochemistry and food matrix characterization, focusing on crop biofortification.
Meena Kumari
Member, State Women Commission (Uttar Pradesh)
Two-time Zila Panchayat member from Aligarh
Dr. Anubhav Saxena
Chief R&D Officer at Pidilite
He holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry from IIT Delhi and has patented over 55 inventions.
Prof. Vivek Kumar
Centre for Rural Development & Technology, IIT Delhi
Prof. Vivek Kumar is a leading authority in environmental engineering and industrial sustainability.
Prof. Anand Madhukar
Assistant Professor, South Asian University & Member, ICFRE Society, MoEFCC, GoI
Expert in climate change and sustainability, focusing on impacts and energy transition strategies.