DR. SUDHIR KUMAR CHATURVEDI WON OUTSTANDING RESEARCHER AWARD IN THE FIELD OF AR/VR/DRONE TECH

BY SCIENTIFIC LAURELS AR/VR/DRONE TECH INDIA

Dr. Sudhir Kumar Chaturvedi is an accomplished academic leader, researcher, and strategist with more than 15 years of experience in higher education, aerospace engineering, drone and space technologies, and AI/AR/VR-driven EdTech innovation. He has served in key leadership positions including Professor, Head of Department, Director, and Adjunct Professor across prestigious institutions in India, UK, South Korea, and Namibia. Currently, he is serving as Professor & Director – Research, Technology & Innovation at INDUS Trust and as National Professor (Evaluator – AI for National Security) with NTRO, Govt. of India.

He has made pioneering contributions in institution building, policy integration, research ecosystem development, and global collaborations, particularly in AI, AR/VR, drone technologies, and aerospace systems.

Research Contributions & Publications

Dr. Chaturvedi is recognized among the World’s Top 2% Scientists (Stanford University, 2021–Present). He has authored 60+ international research publications in Scopus and Web of Science indexed journals from leading publishers such as IEEE, Elsevier, Springer, and Cambridge.

His research spans across UAVs, Drone Technology, SAR Remote Sensing, AI for Maritime Domain Security, and AR/VR in Education, with significant global academic collaborations in South Korea, UK, Brazil, and Namibia.

Funded Projects & Grants

He has successfully executed and led funded projects exceeding ₹2 Crores, including:

  • Drone/AR/VR for Education Project (₹50 Lakhs, INDUS Trust).

  • Consultancy projects with TCS (₹20+ Lakhs).

  • International collaborative projects with Liverpool Business School and Korea Ocean R&D Institute.

Leadership & Global Engagement

  • Spearheaded research ecosystems, MoUs, and industry linkages with DRDO, HAL, NAL, Rolls-Royce, SAFRAN, Siemens Energy, and Deloitte.

  • Delivered invited talks and keynote addresses at prestigious global platforms including IEEE, AIAA (USA), ISRO, Rolls-Royce, Deloitte, and Siemens Energy.

  • Strengthened global collaborations and academic exchange programs across South Korea, UK, Brazil, and Namibia.

Awards & Recognitions

  • World’s Top 2% Scientist (Stanford University, 2021–Present).

  • Young Scientist Award, KOSMEE, South Korea (2010).

  • Research Excellence Awards, UPES (2017, 2019).

  • Best Paper Awards at IEEE & UFRN Brazil (2012, 2021, 2022).

  • Outstanding Faculty Advisor Award, UFRN Brazil (2021).

  • Letters of recognition from ISRO Chairmen, Deloitte VC, Rolls-Royce India, and Siemens Energy CEO.

Professional Memberships

  • Senior Member, IEEE

  • Life Member, Aeronautical Society of India (AeSI)

  • Life Member, Indian Society of Remote Sensing (ISRS)

  • Executive Committee Member, IIT Madras Alumni Association (2021–23)

Eligibility for Outstanding Researcher Award

With his global recognition as one of the World’s Top 2% Scientists, significant contributions to aerospace engineering, drone and space technologies, AI for national security, and AR/VR in education, and a proven track record of funded projects, impactful publications, and international collaborations,
Dr. Sudhir Kumar Chaturvedi is eminently eligible to receive the Outstanding Researcher Award under Scientific Laurels.