Mihir Kulkarni
About Mihir Kulkarni
Mihir Kulkarni is an Associate ML Scientist II and Team Lead at Wadhwani AI, where he directs AI solutions for public health projects. He holds a dual degree in Computer Science from the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, and a Master of Arts from Princeton University.
Current Role at Wadhwani AI
Mihir Kulkarni serves as an Associate ML Scientist II and Team Lead at Wadhwani AI, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he leads the technical direction for various healthcare projects, emphasizing the development of AI solutions aimed at improving public health outcomes. His responsibilities include engaging with diverse stakeholders to gather project requirements and ensure successful implementation.
Education and Expertise
Mihir Kulkarni has a robust educational background in Computer Science. He obtained a Dual Degree (M.Tech and B.Tech) from the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, where he studied from 2012 to 2017. He furthered his education by earning a Master of Arts in Computer Science from Princeton University between 2017 and 2019. His academic training has equipped him with the skills necessary for his current role in AI and machine learning.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to his current position, Mihir Kulkarni worked as an Associate ML Scientist I at Wadhwani AI from 2019 to 2022. He also gained experience as a Research Intern at Adobe in 2015 and at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2014. Additionally, he completed a Software Engineer Internship at Google in 2018. These roles contributed to his expertise in machine learning and AI applications.
Research Contributions and Achievements
Mihir Kulkarni has made significant contributions to research in the healthcare sector. He is the lead author of a paper that received the 'Best Paper' award at ML4Health, focusing on a tuberculosis adherence project. His work emphasizes the importance of responsible AI practices, which he actively promotes in his current role at Wadhwani AI.
Engagement and Training Initiatives
In addition to his technical responsibilities, Mihir Kulkarni is involved in hiring and conducting internal training sessions at Wadhwani AI. His engagement with various stakeholders allows him to effectively understand project needs and implement solutions that align with organizational goals in the healthcare domain.