Heramb Podar

Heramb Podar is a seasoned research fellow currently associated with the Center for AI and Digital Policy, focusing on AI ethics and governance. Notable contributions include writing statements for international consultations on AI deployment and presenting pivotal research on Universal Guidelines on AI. Additionally, Heramb serves as a team lead at Encode Justice India and co-head at Future Impact Group, while previously holding roles at ERA Cambridge and the Clinton Global Initiative, where involvement in social impact leadership was highlighted. Commitment to AI risk mitigation is evident through a report authored for the open-source ecosystem and participation in various fellowships, including at Future Academy and Physics Genie, which promote educational outreach. Educational credentials include an Integrated Masters in Chemistry from the Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee, following a BTech in Chemical Engineering.