Prof. Dr. Biswajoy Chatterjee is the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Engineering & Management (UEM), Jaipur, where he also holds the position of Chairman, Academic Council and Vice-Chairman, Board of Management. A co-founder of the university, it has been recognized as the topmost educational institute in North-India in the Institution's Innovation Council rankings by the Ministry of Education, Govt. of India, for the years 2021 and 2022.
Dr. Chatterjee completed his Ph.D. from the National Institute of Technology (NIT), Agartala, specializing in Nano-Science and Nano-Technology. His research interests extend to Computer Vision and Speech Processing, and he has made significant contributions to the field of Applied Robotics. Back in 2005, he played a pivotal role in introducing Applied Robotics among graduate students when the field was still in its early stages.
With 23 SCI International Journals research papers to his credit, Dr. Chatterjee is a member of esteemed organizations such as Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), Computer Society of India (CSI), and IEEE. He has served on the Academic Council and Governing Board of various universities. Before earning his Ph.D., he completed his B.Tech. from Kalyani University and M.Tech. from Jadavpur University, Kolkata. Dr. Chatterjee engaged in collaborative research with the National University of Singapore (NUS), contributing to the development of robotic platforms.
In his administrative role, Dr. Chatterjee has implemented the Choice Based Credit System in the university syllabus, introduced the School of Management, and initiated courses in cross-cultural disciplines like Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT). He is actively involved in diverse ventures, including establishing a hospital on the university campus, constructing new facilities like auditoriums and seminar halls, and developing industry-standard workshops for mechanical and electrical training.
Under his leadership, students are encouraged to undertake industry-standard projects, fostering a culture of innovation. Dr. Chatterjee has organized numerous conferences and workshops both in India and abroad, facilitating global collaboration among professors and academicians. He actively promotes interactions between industry personnel and academicians, bridging the gap between industry and academia.
Furthermore, Dr. Chatterjee is a recognized speaker in QS (world ranking) India Academic Summit, and he engages in various media channels and prestigious platforms to share his insights on academics. His contributions extend beyond academia as he has received awards from the Govt. of Rajasthan for generating employment in the state, as well as recognition from the "Institution of Engineers" for his Engineering Services to Society. He is also acknowledged by private organizations for his entrepreneurial efforts and research in Artificial Intelligence.
In addition to his academic pursuits, Dr. Chatterjee is involved in social ventures, advocating for causes like Adult Literacy and children's education. As a leading Rotarian in the Rotary Club, he contributes to providing free education to 1500 individuals across 25 villages in the country. His commitment to research, education, and societal impact reflects a multifaceted and impactful leadership role in the academic and social spheres.