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About the Director
Dr. P.H.V. Sesha Talpa Sai is a distinguished academic leader, seasoned researcher, and an innovative mentor with over 34 years of experience spanning industry, academia, and research; Currently serving as the Professor and Director (R&D, IQAC & Startups) at Malla Reddy University, spearheading initiatives that drive academic excellence, innovation, and entrepreneurial growth.
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Academic and Industrial Expertise
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Dr. Sai holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from JNTU Hyderabad, an M.E. in CAD/CAM from Osmania University, and a B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering from SV University, Tirupati. With 14 years in industry, he has worked with prestigious organizations such as HAL, BDL, and BHEL, gaining extensive expertise in design and fabrication of SPMs, plastic moulding technologies, machine tool design, and automobile engineering.
In academia, Dr. Sai has 20 years of teaching and research experience, contributing to curriculum development, research innovations, and institutional growth. His global outlook is reinforced by his role as a visiting faculty at Lincoln University College, Malaysia.
​Research and Publications
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Dr. Sai is a prolific researcher with over 80 publications in reputed international journals and 17 patents, including three international patents granted (Germany, Australia & South Africa). His research interests focus on solar energy conversion and storage, Nano-composite materials, and advanced heat transfer applications. He has authored several book chapters & books, including “Heat Transfer”, “Nano Fluids”, “CAD-CAM”, "Kinematics of Machinery" (McGraw Hill), and serves as a reviewer for prominent journals such as Elsevier and JESTEC.
Leadership in Innovation and Entrepreneurship
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As the Innovation Ambassador for the AICTE Innovation Council, Dr. Sai has established and mentored eighteen startups, including 7 ventures supported by MSME and MeitY grants worth INR 1.00 Crore.
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Awards and Recognitions
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Dr. Sai has received numerous accolades, including:
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Distinguished Fellowship in Academic Excellence and Leadership (2024)
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National Research Excellence Award (2024)
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Top 50 Eminent Teachers of the Year (2023)
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Ecosystem Enabler Award (2023)
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Illuminated Researcher Award (2022)
He is a Chartered Engineer, an Approved Valuer, and a Life Member of prestigious professional bodies like ISTE and the Solar Energy Society of India (SESI).
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Institutional Contributions
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Dr. Sai has been instrumental in:
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Designing and executing institutional ranking strategies for NIRF, ARIIA, and NAAC accreditation.
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Establishing state-of-the-art research labs and advancing multidisciplinary research collaborations.
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Leading training programs on IPR, entrepreneurship development, and outcome-based education (OBE).
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Vision
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Dr. Sai is committed to fostering a culture of research, innovation, and inclusivity at Malla Reddy University, ensuring students and faculty are empowered to make meaningful contributions to academia, industry, and society.
