Suchit Ahuja is Associate Professor, Business Technology Management at the John Molson School of Business, Concordia University, Montreal (Canada). Since 2021, he has been serving as Director of the MSc Program in Business Analytics and Technology Management. Currently, he also serves as the Academic Lead of the Steering Committee of the QuebecBlack Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub hosted at Concordia University. Suchit received his BSc and MSc degrees in Information Technology from Purdue University, USA. In 2018, he received his PhD degree in Management Information Systems from the Smith School of Business, Queen’s University, Kingston (Canada). Suchit’s research focuses on digital strategy and innovation, digital transformation, digital platforms, frugal digital innovation, and responsible innovation. Suchit has obtained funding for his research from federal and provincial funding agencies such as SSHRC, FRQ, andMitacs. His research has been published in academic and practitioner outlets including Information Systems Journal, Journal of Small Business Management, InformationTechnology for Development, Journal of Community Informatics, Communications of the Association for Information Systems, Forbes, The Conversation, and John Molson Perspectives. His research has also been presented at top international conferences including AoM, ICIS, AMCIS, HICSS, PACIS, CCSBE,IEEE, and ACM, and his teaching cases have been published by Ivey Publishing. Suchithas won the 2021 Dean’s Excellence in Teaching Award and the 2023 Excellence in Academic Service Award at the John Molson School of Business. In 2022, he won thePresident’s Excellence in TeachingAward at Concordia University. He has served onprestigious committees such as the Standards Council of Canadaand was a member of theboard of advisors of BizSkills Academy, an EdTech startup in Ontario.He serves on the international advisory boards of several business, engineering, and IT schools in India including Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences(Bengaluru), Woxsen University(Hyderabad), and Poddar Management and Technical Campus(Jaipur). Suchit serves on the editorial boardsof journals such asOpen Innovation: Technology,Markets, and Complexityand Journal of Small Business Management,and is an AssociateEditor for IEEETransactions onTechnology and Society. Suchit Ahuja Associate Professor, John Molson School of Business | Concordia University Director, Msc Program in Business Analytics & Technology Management

Sai University and CUHP organized a webinar on “Enhancing Research Visibility and Use of ORCID” featuring Dr. Mohit Garg, IIT Delhi. The session highlighted the role of ORCID in improving research impact, digital identity, and global scholarly communication. Sai University and CUHP Host Webinar on Enhancing Research Visibility through ORCID 24 September 2025 Chennai, September 24, 2025 – The Sai University Library & Centre for Research , in collaboration with the Department of Library and Information Science (LIS), Central University of Himachal Pradesh (CUHP) , successfully organized a webinar on “Enhancing Research Visibility and Use of ORCID.” The event was held on 24 September 2025 and brought together faculty, researchers, and students to explore the importance of digital researcher identifiers in advancing academic visibility and impact. The session featured an insightful expert talk by Dr. Mohit Garg, IIT Delhi , highlighting how ORCID can streamline academic identity management and increase the global reach of research work. The program began with a warm welcome address by Mr. Sambath, Assistant Librarian, Sai University , and concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Prof. Subba Rao Toleti, Dean, School of Technology & Centre for Research, Sai University . The webinar was jointly coordinated by Prof. Shivarama Rao K, Head, Department of LIS, CUHP , and Mr. Aravind R. Nair, Manager Librarian, Sai University . Supported by the ORCID Global Participation Fund , this initiative reflects the commitment of Sai University and CUHP to strengthening awareness about digital researcher identifiers. By empowering scholars with tools like ORCID, the universities aim to enhance research visibility, academic credibility, and global scholarly communication . About ORCID ORCID (Open Researcher and Contributor ID) is an internationally recognized unique identifier for researchers. It enables academics to distinguish their work, ensure proper attribution, and maximize research discoverability across global databases and platforms. Keywords for SEO: Sai University research webinar, CUHP collaboration, ORCID awareness, enhancing research visibility, digital identity for researchers, academic research impact, scholarly communication India, higher education research tools Tags: #SaiUniversity #CUHP #ORCID #ResearchVisibility #AcademicExcellence #DigitalIdentity #ResearchImpact #ScholarlyCommunication #HigherEducation #LibraryScience

“World’s Best Computer Science Scientists” Proud moment! Professor Krithi Ramamritham, Sai University’s Distinguished Professor of Computer Science, is ranked India’s 3rd Best Computer Science Scientist and 452 in the world. The ranking was released by Research.com ’s 8th edition of “World’s Best Computer Science Scientists” based on a scientist’s D-index.

SAI UNIVERSITY DONATES ₹1 CR. TOWARDS COVID-19 RELIEF The COVID-19 pandemic has been wreaking havoc in India and has led to many people in the country and Tamil Nadu struggling to find medical care at the time of need. With Tamil Nadu’s positivity rate at a rise, the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Relief Fund has been gathering resources to help people in finding timely healthcare among other things. At this juncture, K. V. Ramani, Founder and Chancellor of Sai University, donated ₹ 1 crore to the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Relief Fund which aids in relief activities in the State. Mr. Ramani recently met the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M. K. Stalin in the presence of K. Ponmudi, the Higher Education Minister and the Higher Education Secretary of the State. The donation made from the Sai Education Trust was given mentioning Sai University.

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About Education Research Interests Major Works Dr. T.S. Gopi Rethinaraj Professor, Physics, Sustainability and Public Policy PhD in Nuclear Engineering, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, USA, 2005 Professor Gopi Rethinaraj makes the case for scientists to take up public interest science on issues where the public lacks credible and independent sources of information and analysis.

KV Ramani, Chancellor of Sai University among the panel of jury for CKA Awards 2024 The recipients of the 22nd edition of Cavinkare ABILITY Awards were announced in Chennai. This prestigious award was instituted to honour achievers with disabilities who have soared beyond conventional barriers to realise their chosen dreams. The recipients of this year’s awards were carefully selected by a distinguished panel of Jury members – KV Ramani-Chancellor, Sai University, Madhan Karky-Lyricist and Screenwriter, Bharat Bala-Filmmaker, Suresh Raman- Head, Operations, Tata Consultancy Services, Lata Murugan- Former HOD of Direction, LV Prasad College of Media Studies The recipients for 2024 are: Dr Ketna.L. Mehta – Mumbai, Maharashtra Vidhya Y- Bengaluru, Karnataka Vinayana Khurana – New Delhi, Aishwarya T V- Secunderabad, TelenganaChhonzin Angmo – New Delhi Read the article here: https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/chennai/five-persons-with-disabilities-honoured-at-cavinkare-ability-awards-2024/article67908171.ece

About Education Research Interests Major Works Dr. Suchit Ahuja PhD degree in Management, Queen’s University, Kingston (Canada)

A WEBINAR ON CAREEERS IN COMPUTING AND DATA SCIENCES WITH THE HINDU Sai University hosted a webinar on Careers in Computing and Data Sciences in partnership with The Hindu. We had a panel of distinguished and accomplished speakers – Dr. Krithi Ramamritham (Distinguished Professor of Computer Science, SaiU), Dr. S. Sadagopan (Former Director, IIIT, Bangalore), Mr. Ashank Desai (Co-founder and former Chairman, Mastek Ltd), Mr. K. V. Ramani (Founder and Chancellor, SaiU), and Dr. Jamshed Bharucha (Founding Vice-Chancellor, SaiU). The panel discussed various interesting topics like the higher education system in India, computing bilinguals, digital technology, the scope of data science as a career option, and how SaiU will deliver its interdisciplinary approach through our Computing and Data Science program. Here is the recording in case if you have missed the webinar.

Dr. Kalimuthu Karupannan brings over 10 years of experience in therapeutic discovery , with research spanning infectious diseases, inflammation, and space medicine . He holds a Ph.D. from Madurai Kamaraj University , Madurai, and has been recognized as a University First Rank Holder in both his undergraduate and postgraduate studies. Dr. Kalimuthu has received multiple accolades, including Research Excellence and Drug Discovery Awards from the University of California, USA , and the University of Oxford, UK . His work has been widely published in reputed international journals such as the Journal of Biological Chemistry (JBC) , IEEE , and Medical Virology , among others. He began his research career at the University of California, Davis , followed by a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Oxford, UK . Prior to joining Sai University, he served as Assistant Professor (Research) at SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai . Dr. Kalimuthu has also been associated with the NASA Space Technology Research Institute, USA , where he played a key role in space medicine discovery and development programs . His research has led to several novel therapeutic discoveries addressing emerging infectious and metabolic diseases, and he holds an approved U.S. patent for his contributions. At Sai University, Dr. Kalimuthu continues to advance the integration of biomedical innovation, research excellence, and clinical application in the field of Allied Health Sciences. School of Allied Health Sciences Sai University’s School of Allied Health Sciences , in strategic partnership with Apollo Healthcare Academy , is redefining healthcare education for the 21st century. With a focus on industry-integrated learning, clinical exposure, and interdisciplinary knowledge , our programs equip students to become future-ready health professionals—compassionate, competent, and skilled in delivering patient-centered care. View School Dr. K. Kalimuthu Assistant Dean, School of Allied Health Sciences

School of Computing and Data Science B.Tech Computer Science (AI) 4 Years Apply for this course B.Tech in Computer Science (AI) This specialization within computer science focuses on the development of intelligent systems that can learn, reason, and solve problems. The curriculum covers machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, computer vision, and robotics. Students learn to design and implement AI algorithms, develop intelligent agents, and build AI-powered applications. The program emphasizes the ethical considerations and societal impact of AI. Graduates are prepared for careers in AI research and development, machine learning engineering, data science, and AI-related consulting. Apply to Sai University Apply to Sai University Program Details About Major Possible Minor Inter Disciplinary Core Courses Technical Skills Program Structure Academic Calendar Scope for the Program Program Highlights Key Program Outcomes Career and Learning Outcomes Research Opportunities Industry-Relevant Technical Skills Eligibility Fees and Scholarship FAQ's Video Corner Gallery School of Computing and Data Science B.Tech Computer Science (AI) Apply Now

About Education Research Interests Major Works Anand Shrivas Assistant Professor of Law LL..M. from Hidayatullah National Law University Raipur. Anand has 10 years of experience in teaching Corporate Law and has worked across the domain including Securities Law, Corporate Finance Law and Insolvency Law. Anand has done LL..M. from Hidayatullah National Law University Raipur. He began his academic career with Gujarat National Law University Gandhinagar as a Teaching Associate. Subsequently, he worked in National Law University Assam, and National Law University Mumbai before joining Sai University. Anand has been instrumental as an Advisor in establishing BITS Law School Mumbai. He drafted the forward-looking curriculum for the B.A. LL.B. and BBA LL.B. programs at BITS Law School Mumbai, and the LL.M. program in Corporate Law for both National Law University Mumbai and Vinayaka Missions Law School Chennai. He has served as a visiting faculty at prestigious institutions such as the National Institute of Securities Markets (NISM), BITSoM, and NMIMS Mumbai. At Sai University’s School of Law, Anand teaches courses like Property Law and will handle future Corporate Law courses. He also leads the Internship Committee and is a member of the Board of Studies.