Gaurav is passionate about using design-thinking as a tool and process for addressing change. As a designer, he has always pursued meaningful work-projects that would affect positive change for people and their environments. It motivates him to collaborate with others which are both innovative and inspiring while placing true value on the sensitivities of each community and environment.

He has directed focus on propagating sustainable built-up environment using bamboo as material for construction of habitable units and he’s regarded as a few innovative practitioners of the field. He’s been associated with National and International Organisations in propagating sustainable built environment.

A designer by training, profession and thinking.

Dr Priyanka Suresh is an alumnus of IIT Madras from where she earned her PhD in Marketing. Her doctoral thesis titled, “Containing Customers’ Outpouring of Emotions on Social Media: Service Recovery in Double Deviation Scenarios” highlights the nuances of social media interactions to improve customer experience during service recovery. She has rich teaching portfolio with experience in prestigious institutions like JAGSoM-Bangalore, NMIMS- Mumbai and Stella Maris College- Chennai. She is especially interested in Digital Marketing and is currently engaged in this domain both in research and teaching. She has also undertaken MDPs and company consultancies in Digital Marketing. Dr Suresh has presented papers in various reputed national and international conferences such as IMRDC (IIM Bangalore) in 2019-2020 and ISMS Marketing Science Conference (2021). She has published the article, “The Burden of Double Deviation in Services: A Systematic Review and Research Agenda (Suresh P., & Chawla V., 2022)” in International Journal of Consumer Studies, an ABDC ‘A’ Journal and an Impact Factor of 9.9 (2023). Dr. Suresh is an avid reader. Her literary interests span various genres, with Rudyard Kipling, Jessica Mitford and J.K. Rowling among her favorite authors.

Hi! I’m Bharath Manchikodi, a physicist with a passion for both research and teaching. Originally from Udupi, Karnataka, I completed my Five-year Integrated M.Sc. at the University of Mysore before diving deeper into Experimental Condensed Matter Physics with a Ph.D. from the Indian Institute of Technology Mandi in Himachal Pradesh.

Teaching and Research:

• Currently, I’m an Assistant Professor at the School of CSE, RV University, leveraging my 3 years of experience to guide students across BTech, BSc, and Masters programs.
• My research interests lie at the fascinating intersection of game theory and quantum mechanics. I collaborate with Prof. Dr. P. C. Deshmukh to explore how superposition in quantum mechanics influences decision-making, potentially impacting our understanding of Hardy non-locality.
• Additionally, I’m teaming up with Dr. Hari Varma from IIT Manid, to develop Julia codes for models like TDSE and Strong Field Approximation. These tools help us simulate high harmonic generation (HHG) and delve into emerging concepts like XUV and squeezed light-driven HHG.

Welcome to my professional space! With over 16 years of experience in the animation industry and higher education sector in India, I am a multidisciplinary designer, educator, content creator, and author. Currently, I serve as a Professor and Program Head, AVG Deprtment under School of Film, Media and Creative Arts at RV University, Bengaluru. Here, I oversee curriculum development, faculty mentoring, and student engagement for the animation, visual effects, and game design programs.

Beyond academia, I hold the office of Creative Director at Rima Motion Pictures LLP, where I lead a team of talented designers, animators, and filmmakers in delivering high-quality creative solutions for various projects and clients. My entrepreneurial spirit also led me to establish Photoshoots.co.in, where I am the Founder and Chief Photographer. At Photoshoots.co.in, I lead a dedicated team offering a range of services, including photography courses, professional e-commerce product shoots, expert photo editing and retouching and digital promotions. My commitment to quality and innovation ensures that every project is executed with precision and creativity.

As the Co-Founder of MotionTuition.com, I lead an innovative online platform dedicated to providing top-notch education in animation, art & design, and motion graphics. My role involves curating comprehensive courses, developing engaging content, and collaborating with industry experts to ensure a high-quality learning experience for students worldwide. I am committed to leveraging technology to make creative education accessible and effective, empowering aspiring artists and designers to achieve their full potential. Through MotionTuition.com, I strive to inspire and nurture the next generation of creative professionals, equipping them with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the dynamic fields of animation and design.

My professional journey is marked by a diverse skill set. I am proficient in graphic design, photography, motion graphics, 2D and 3D animation, and filmmaking, with multiple certifications in Photoshop, Maya, and creature creation. Passionate about technology-enhanced learning, I have authored several books and articles on animation and design topics. My mission is to inspire, empower, and educate the next generation of creative professionals.

I hold a B.A. (Hons.) in Communication Design from NTU, UK, a PG Diploma in 2D Traditional Animation from Bengaluru, India, and an M.A. in Animation and Design from Kumaon University, Nainital.

In my personal time, I enjoy blogging, writing, photography, culinary adventures, exploring uncharted territories, and analyzing films. Welcome to my world of creativity and innovation!