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Overview Raghuram Balaga is a researcher, data analyst, statistician, and humanitarian known for his contributions in the fields of research analytics, artificial intelligence, and statistical data analysis. With a robust academic background and a notable work history, Balaga has made significant strides in both academic and professional spheres.

Early Life and Education Raghuram Balaga completed his MBA in Marketing from the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Warangal, an institution listed in the QS top 600 universities globally and recognized as an Institution of National Importance in India. He graduated with distinction. He also holds a B.Tech in Chemical Engineering from GMR Institute of Technology (JNTUK), with a CGPA of 8.31. Additionally, he earned a certification in Artificial Intelligence from NITIE Mumbai, an institute ranked among the top 400-500 globally.

Professional Career Research Consultant at Research 247, UAE (November 2021 – February 2024) Balaga designed and executed sophisticated statistical modeling and regression analyses for various research projects, enhancing data-driven strategies for real estate clients in the UAE and Middle East. He led the adoption of AI and machine learning technologies, utilizing TensorFlow to build predictive models. His work involved the use of advanced programming libraries such as Pandas and NumPy, and he developed dynamic reports and dashboards using Power BI.

Research Assistant at IIT Tirupati (January 2020 – August 2021) At IIT Tirupati, Balaga participated in developing and structuring comprehensive course content for a "Statistics and Data Analysis" course. He created a curriculum combining theoretical knowledge with practical applications and implemented various pedagogical techniques to enhance learner engagement.

Research Associate at IIM Lucknow (November 2019 – January 2020) Balaga played a pivotal role in the strategic development of the SWOT analysis for the final phase of the DIPP project at IIM Lucknow. He identified and listed crucial stakeholders for data collection and analysis, ensuring comprehensive input for the project.

International Conferences Balaga has participated in several international conferences, presenting his research work on various topics:

IPPN – ISB: Presented research on mathematical modeling. INFORMS - IIM Ahmedabad: Participated and gained insights on technical aspects of e-commerce. VGSOM - IIT Kharagpur: Presented research on the empowerment of visually impaired employees. IIM Trichy: Presented research on accessibility issues. IIM Kashipur: Presented research on women empowerment. Publications and Workshops International Publication (Springer): Link to publication Social Activities Balaga is actively involved in numerous national and international NGOs, contributing to various humanitarian efforts.