T1: Multimodal Human-Agent Active Interaction
Speaker: Dr. Amitash Ojha, Assistant Professor, IIT Jammu
Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

This tutorial will focus on the integration of multimodal data, including physiological signals like eye movement, heart rate, and speech disfluencies, into artificial agents for more dynamic and adaptive human-computer interaction. Attendees will explore the latest advancements in multimodal analysis and machine learning algorithms to enhance agents’ ability to predict and respond to human emotions and intentions, driving personalized and intuitive interactions.

T2: Unmasking Bias: Detection and Mitigation Strategies for India and Beyond
Speaker: Mr. Nihar Ranjan Sahoo, Research Scholar IIT Bombay
Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

This session will cover Natural Language Processing (NLP) techniques with a focus on Indian languages, discussing current research trends and practical applications in various domains.

T3: Matrix Factorization Applications in Recommender Systems and Multi-Label Classification
Speakers: Dr. Venkateswara Rao Kagita, Assistant Professor, NIT Warangal;
Dr. Vikas Kumar Pandey, Assistant Professor, Delhi University
Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

This tutorial will delve into the applications of matrix factorization in recommender systems and multi-label classification. Participants will gain practical knowledge of advanced algorithms and their implementation, with a focus on real-world problem-solving.

T4: Introduction to AR/VR: Hands-on Development with Unity
Speakers: Dr. Rajesh Kumar Tavva, Assistant Professor, Mahindra University;
Dr. Raghu Kishore Neelisetti, Associate Professor, Mahindra University
Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

This hands-on session will introduce participants to Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) development, focusing on the Unity platform. By the end of the session, attendees will have developed a working AR/VR prototype and gained insights into the tools and workflow for creating immersive applications.

Prof. Abdul Sattar

Bio : Abdul Sattar is a thought leader in the space of Artificial Intelligence and Computer Science. Prof. Sattar successfully established the Institute for Integrated and Intelligent Systems (IIIS), a cross-disciplinary research centre at Griffith University, and was appointed as its founding director in 2003, and served until end of 2015. Under his direction, IIIS gained international recognition and achieved notable growth in publications, HDR completions, and prestige. As a director, he has driven operational plans to fulfil Griffith University’s strategic objectives while maintaining an active research profile, publishing over 250 papers and supervising 35 PhD students.

Prof. Sankar Kumar Pal

Bio : Pal is a distinguished scientist and former Director of Indian Statistical Institute. He founded its Machine Intelligence Unit & the Natl. Center for Soft Computing in Calcutta. Currently, he is a SERB-National Science Chair; ISI-President and Emeritus Professor; and AICTE-Distinguished Chair Professor. Obtained PhD (Sc) from Calcutta U. and PhD (Engg) & DIC from Imperial College, London. Worked at UC Berkeley; UMD, College Park; NASA JSC, Houston; and US Naval Research Lab, Washington, DC. His awards include: SS Bhatnagar; Padma Shri; GD Birla; OP Bhasin; J Nehru Fellowship; FICCI; Vikram Sarabhai; IETE-Wadhwa Gold Medal; INSA-Zaheer Medal; ISC-PC Mahalanobis Gold Medal; INAE Chair Professor; INSA Distinguished Professor; INAE-SN Mitra; INSA-JNBC Lecture; JC Bose Natl. Fellow; DAE Raja Ramanna Fellow; Al-Khwarizmi Intl. 1st Prize; NASA Space Act Tech Brief; NASA Patent Appl.; IEEE Distinguished Speaker; IEEE NN Soc. Outstanding Paper; NRC (USA) Senior Associate; and IEEE Editor. He is Fellow of all 4 Indian sci. and engg. academies, IEEE, IAPR, IFSA, IRSS & AAIA; and Member of European Acad of Sci & Arts. He has visited 45 countries as keynote/invited speaker and academic visitor.

Prof. Ashish Ghosh

Bio : Prof. Ashish Ghosh, Director of IIIT Bhubaneswar, is a renowned expert in machine learning and soft computing. Previously, he was a Professor and Head of the Machine Intelligence Unit at the Indian Statistical Institute, Kolkata. He holds a B.E. from Jadavpur University, and M.Tech and Ph.D. degrees from the Indian Statistical Institute. A fellow of the West Bengal Academy of Science and Technology, he has received several prestigious awards, including the Young Scientists Award. He has held international fellowships and lectured worldwide, contributing significantly to computational intelligence research.

Dr.  Chandra Reddy

Bio : Chandra Reddy IBM Research, Thomas J. Watson Research Center, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598 USA. Dr. Reddy is a researcher in the Mathematical Sciences Department at IBM Research. Dr. Reddy joined IBM in 1998 after receiving a Ph.D. degree in Computer Science from Oregon State University. Since then, he has been developing solutions to various analytics and optimization problems arising in industries such as steel, semiconductors, energy, and construction. Several of these solutions have been successfully deployed and are in production use at various industrial facilities worldwide. He is a “Best of IBM 2015” honoree and has received an IBM Corporate Award and an IBM Outstanding Technical Accomplishment Award. His research, prior to joining IBM, focused on both theoretical and practical aspects of machine learning of compact hierarchical control knowledge for planning and problem solving. Dr. Reddy’s research interests include machine learning, optimization, and artificial intelligence.

Dr. P. Kishore

Bio : P. Kishore is a dynamic leader with a strong track record of empowering high-performing R&D teams to achieve breakthrough results. He specializes in GenAI/ML, Big Data, Distributed Systems, Performance Optimization, and Observability. With proven expertise in leading large organizations, P. Kishore excels at driving complex cross-functional projects to success. He is passionate about building exceptional teams by promoting a “growth mindset” and fostering “open communication.” His customer-centric approach and commitment to partner collaboration ensure the delivery of high-quality software. P. Kishore is also dedicated to cultivating a culture of “psychological safety,” “innovation,” and “multiplier thinking,” maximizing the impact of his teams. Additionally, he actively contributes to the tech community through technical publications and public presentations.