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LEADERSHIP WITH VISION: Dr Tiwari Drives AI‑Ready SCSET

Times of Bennett | Updated: Jul 30, 2025 15:40
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Bennett University has enlisted seasoned institution builder Prof. (Dr.) Shailesh Tiwari to fast-track its computer science ambitions. With 20 years of leadership experience and a PhD from MNNIT Allahabad, Dr. Tiwari now guides the reinvigorated SCSET, drawing on previous success as Pro Vice Chancellor at SRM University Sonepat and Director at several top NCR engineering colleges.

A prolific scholar, Dr. Tiwari has authored 100-plus peer-reviewed papers and edited 25 Springer Nature volumes, work that advances software testing, optimisation algorithms, and machine learning solutions for complex engineering problems. His stature in the research community is reinforced by his roles as a Senior Member of IEEE, IEEE Computer Society member, and Fellow of the Institution of Engineers (India). Leveraging these networks, he has organised high-impact IEEE, ACM, and Springer conferences that bridge academia and industry.

Dr. Tiwari’s mandate is clear:

  • Curriculum modernisation aligned with NAAC, NIRF, NBA, and NEP frameworks, embedding project-based learning from the first semester to the final capstone.
  • Research constellations focused on software quality and AI applications, driving faculty-student collaborations toward marquee publications.
  • Industry-linked programmes featuring live problem statements, dual supervision, and IP creation pathways, ensuring Bennett graduates are industry-ready on day one.

By fusing rigorous scholarship with professional connectivity, Dr. Tiwari is poised to elevate SCSET into a hub where cutting-edge research meets transformative, industry-aligned education, reinforcing Bennett University’s status as a destination for future-ready technology talent.