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Prof. M M Pant

Internationally renowned expert specialising in pedagogy, technology and the development of tools and curricula for 21st century education. His past roles include Pro-Vice Chancellor, Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) and being on the faculties of IIT Kanpur and MLNR Engineering College. He has been a visiting Professor, University of Western Ontario, Canada, and visiting scientist at European research centers.


Mr. C L Roy

Mr. Roy is a retired Scientist from the Indian Space Research Organisation
He was with the ISRO Space Applications Centre at Ahmedabad and worked on application areas of Satellite Technology. He was majorly involved with areas like transmission through Satellite, distance learning program me using SAT-COM, telemedicine, etc
He is currently involved at various forums to spread science to children in Schools and Engineering Colleges and is attached with many NGOs. He also works part time as Director, Jakir Hussain University, Patna.


Dr. Jayshree Gurnani

A post graduate in Chemistry and a PhD, she is currently working as a lecturer at Govt. College, Sirohi. A keen educationist she has also authored a book on Organic Chemistry which is a course book at college level. She has written numerous papers for journals related to chemistry. Her knowledge and contributions at school level where she gives talks are too many to list down.


Dr. Prabash Pande

A PhD in earth sciences, he is part of the department of Ecology, University of Delhi. He is a well known expert in Palentelogy and Stratigraphy and also has a Fellowship from the Geological Society of India. He has actively promoted Geo-tourism in India in many ways and continues to do so emphatically. He is the founder member of a social & cultural based organization involved in promotion of environmental awareness. He is a recipient of numerous academic as well as professional accolades and awards in his field.


Dr. Mayuri Chaturvedi

A PhD in Humanities & Social Sciences from IIT Kanpur, she is a recipient of the Senior Research Fellowship by UGC- New Delhi. She is currently associated with the Department of HSS, JNTUH- College of Engineering, Hyderabad as a Guest Faculty. She also serves as a corporate trainer as well as a contributor to global edition academic books. She is actively involved in social initiatives, particularly in the fields of children education, animal welfare and environment protection.


Mr. Atish Aman

Atish is a well respected photographer who has founded, The Amateur Astronomers Association Delhi, an NGO for amateur astronomers. is an astronomy enthusiast dedicated to learning and popularizing astronomy in India. An avid photographer his knowledge of galactic events is phenomenal. He has led almost all sky events and is a walking dictionary in Astronomy.



Ms. Raji Ajwani-Ramchandani

Doctoral Candidate at the Symbiosis International University and a Master of Management Studies from Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai University. She currently works as a Assistant Professor at SCMHRD. Her interest and contribution in renewable resources and recycling, low cost solutions for children welfare is remarkable. She is associated with multiple NGOs and is a pioneer in motivating and encouraging students to excel and perform above their limits. She has given multiple talks on sustainability. A multi faceted personality, she is a valuable contributor to our endeavor for experiential learning.



Ms. Ahuti Sharma

A Masters in Biotechnology and 7 years of research and teaching experience. She has made a career in the field of scientific research and teaching.
Currently working as PGT Bio in Universal Public School, Delhi. Before that she worked as Assistant Professor in IAMR Ghaziabad, Teaching assistant in JIIT Noida, She has also worked as a Senior Research Fellow under the supervision of Dr. Santosh Pasha, Senior Scientist at Institute of Genomics & Integrative Biology, CSIR, Delhi. She has written many research proposals and projects and is also working on her research proposal for her PhD.
Having an extensive experience, knowledge and skills of the bio-analytical techniques she excels at guiding students in the importance of research.



Dr. Kalpana Joshi

A Masters in Botany from University of Lucknow and a B.Ed topper from Meerut University. She is currently working with DLF Public School, Sahibabad. Her vast experience as a teacher and research scholar contributes immensely to guiding the students at each level. She has been a very inspirational teacher and contributed to science by research papers and books.
She has been a mentor for five winning projects in the Rajiv Gandhi National Science Exhibition. Also awarded the Certificate of Recognition at IRIS National Science Fair. She has mentored winning teams for the CBSE Science Exhibition as well along with numerous awards and recognitions for being the most Innovative Science Teacher. From being a robotics coordinator to herb garden in charge, she has the varied knowledge and experience that makes her very unique.



Mr. Rajesh Batra

A post graduate in Psychology he is presently, working as an Administrator, teacher trainer in Alpha Montessori Education Institute, under the aegis of Adhyatmic Vikas Siksha Sanstha, Delhi. He has been instrumental in creating new teaching techniques and has been working part time as a mentor, facilitator, instructor and trainer at a child learning center. He has done numerous workshops with teachers and principals of reputed schools. He has also been involved in the development of curriculum for Montessori schools. A tech savvy educator, he is a phenomenal motivator and instructor.



Dr. Anisha Gupta

A Ph.D. in Biotechnology from CCS Haryana Agricultural University , a masters in Botany from Kurukshetra University and a class topper throughout her schooling. She is currently working as PGT Biology with Blue Bells Public School, Gurgaon. She has a vast experience of using various skills under varied situations to handle the projects with great ease. She has been an enthusiastic research scholar, teacher and mentor.

She is acting as coordinator of Atal Tinkering Lab in the school under the Atal Innovation Mission by NITI Aayog, Govt. of India. She has mentored participating and winning teams for ATL, CBSE Science exhibitions, Inspire Programs, Science fairs, on-line and off-line quizzes, Science debates etc. From being Middle wing incharge, CCE incharge, Examination incharge, HOD Science to Activity coordinator, She has vast experience and expertise in guiding the students to achieve their goals.