Top 100 Research Projects & Interns

Recognising the top 100 projects under university professors and researchers worldwide that Konnifel members worked on, as research interns, assistants and fellows. The projects were directly under the professors and the candidates added valuable contributions. These descriptions can be referred to as inspiration and guidance for fellow members to understand how best they can contribute to their internships, assistantships and fellowships.

1 Advanced Remote Sensing and Image Analysis Internship

Intern: Samudraneel Sarkar, B.Tech in Computer Science Engineering, Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology, Allahabad, RRAT Score:91.89
Professor: Head PRSD, Indian Institute of Remote Sensing, Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)

This internship focused on applying machine learning and deep learning techniques to process and analyze multispectral remote sensing images under the supervision of Head PRSD, Indian Institute of Remote Sensing, Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). The goal was to classify specific image features such as crops, forest regions, disaster-affected zones, and stubble burning areas. Interns worked with fuzzy ML models using Java and advanced image transformation techniques using Python. Interns gained valuable hands-on experience in high-dimensional data processing. One intern worked on spectral feature extraction and signature-guided band selection to improve classification accuracy, directly contributing to ISRO’s research objectives. Their methods led to more efficient analysis of satellite images by identifying and using only the most relevant spectral bands. Another intern participated in regular weekly research meetings, contributing to the implementation of core project code, with the long-term goal of publishing a research paper. This internship enhanced the participants’ understanding of spectral analysis, deep learning for image processing, and practical remote sensing applications. The project produced code modules and analytical outputs that advanced ongoing research efforts and built a foundation for future academic publication.

2 Next-Generation Computational Models of the Blood-Barrier Internship

Intern: Nilabh Pandey, B.Tech in Computer Science Engineering, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore (VIT Vellore), RRAT Score:90.74
Professor: Senior Lecturer, University of Portsmouth, United Kingdom

This highly prestigious research project allows selected candidates to work in a hybrid format directly with PhD scholars under the mentorship of a faculty member at the University of Portsmouth, United Kingdom. The candidates are engaging in advanced computational chemistry and AI/ML–driven biomedical research, with a focus on developing next-generation computational models of the Blood–Brain Barrier (BBB). As part of the project, candidates are engaging in high-performance molecular dynamics simulations using GROMACS, implementing complex BBB modelling workflows, and applying machine-learning techniques to analyse large-scale simulation data and improve predictive accuracy. They also contributed to documenting methodologies, computational pipelines, and scientific results following international research and publication standards. Through close collaboration with active researchers and doctoral scholars, candidates are engaging in a rigorous academic environment that strengthens their computational expertise, research acumen, and preparedness for future postgraduate or PhD-level work in biomedical modelling, AI-assisted drug delivery, and computational chemistry.

3 Critical Theory and Interpretation Internship

Intern: Esha Jaiswal, M.A in English Literature, Miranda House, University of Delhi , RRAT Score:75.79
Professor: Assistant Professor, Kamala Nehru College, University of Delhi

As part of the Critical Theory and Interpretation Internship, scholars engaged in advanced literary analysis through frameworks such as Feminism, Marxism, Postcolonialism, Psychoanalysis, and Reader-Response Theory. The internship emphasized close reading, contextual research, and theoretical interpretation to uncover deeper cultural and philosophical meanings within texts. Interns analyzed works through critical lenses inspired by Adorno, Foucault, and Kristeva, preparing analytical essays and presentations that connected literature to social and ideological structures. They also participated in seminars and workshops on literary theory, enhancing their skills in critical argumentation, academic writing, and interdisciplinary reasoning. The internship fostered scholarly rigor and interpretive depth, preparing participants for research and publication in literary criticism and cultural studies.

4 Macroeconomics Research Internship

Intern: Sarvesh Ingle, B.A in Economics, Christ University, Bengaluru, RRAT Score:82.56
Professor: Assistant Professor, University of Delhi

This project involves the intern in core research tasks in macroeconomics, including conducting literature reviews, preparing article summaries, and analysing macroeconomic data using Stata. The intern also engages in mathematical modelling, interprets econometric outputs, and assists in drafting academically aligned research notes. Through this work, the intern gains structured exposure to the full research process—from theoretical review to empirical analysis strengthening their analytical skills and readiness for advanced academic or policy-oriented research in macroeconomics.

5 Working with Evolutionary Algorithms Internship

Intern: Naga Venkata Sai Mada, B.Tech in Computer Science Engineering, KL University, India, RRAT Score:90.34
Professor: Assistant Professor, JSPM University, Pune

This ongoing six-month internship, conducted in collaboration with JSPM University Pune, engages selected interns in developing and testing multiobjective optimization techniques using evolutionary algorithms. Interns are currently working on real-world problem-solving in engineering and scientific contexts, designing novel strategies and integrating machine learning for enhanced performance. Using tools such as Python, MATLAB, and ABAQUS, interns are actively contributing to performance validation using benchmark datasets and documenting progress for potential academic publications. The internship continues to offer a strong foundation in computational research and applied algorithm development.

6 Data Analysis on Household and Individual-Level Datasets Internship

Intern: Veera Paralkar, B.A in Economics, University of Delhi, RRAT Score:65.52
Professor: Assistant Professor, New Delhi Institute of Management (NDIM)

As a research intern, the student worked extensively with household- and individual-level microdata to examine key questions in development economics. They conducted advanced data cleaning, variable construction, and econometric modelling using Stata/R/Python, and developed analytical tables and visualizations aligned with academic research standards. The intern also contributed to scholarly literature reviews, methodological documentation, and manuscript drafting for potential publication. Through this project, the intern gained substantive experience across the entire empirical research pipeline from conceptualizing research questions and analysing large datasets to interpreting econometric results and preparing academic writing strengthening their methodological rigour and readiness for future research in development economics.

7 M.Pox Outbreak and its Detection Internship

Intern: Purbali Mitra, M.S in Microbiology, University of Southampton, RRAT Score:87.3
Professor: Consultant, Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), New Delhi

This medical biotechnology internship provided candidate with the opportunity to investigate the rising global concern of M-pox (Monkeypox) and its implications for public health. Research intern critically analyzed open-access datasets to study trends in disease transmission, global preparedness, and gaps in vaccine and drug development. Emphasis was placed on research writing, data analysis, and identifying policy-level measures to combat future outbreaks. Guided by Senior Researchers at ICMR, New Delhi and their team, the selected candidate encouraged to translate their findings into impactful research papers. This project contributed to a broader understanding of emerging infectious diseases and the role of research in shaping responsive public health strategies.

8 Learning Physics for Electronics Engineering Internship

Intern: Aryan Awasthi, B.S in Biophysics, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore (IISc Bangalore), RRAT Score:81.59
Professor: Professor, Gujarat Technological University, India

This one-month virtual internship focused on strengthening students’ understanding of the physics principles that form the foundation of electronics engineering. Interns learned how core concepts from electromagnetism and classical physics directly shape the functioning, design, and behaviour of electronic systems. The internship aimed to bridge basic scientific theory with its engineering applications, making it valuable for students exploring careers in electronics, physics, or related fields. Interns worked on a range of academic tasks, including reviewing fundamental physics concepts, solving analytical problems, and preparing short write-ups that connected electromagnetic theory to practical electronic phenomena. They also explored introductory research ideas in electromagnetism, helping them understand how physics drives innovations in modern electronics. Overall, the internship helped students strengthen their mathematical reasoning, deepen their conceptual understanding of physics, and build a clearer foundation for future studies in electronics engineering.

9 Multi-Domain Psychology Research Assistantship

Intern: Ansh Maini, B.A in Psychology, Delhi School of Economics , RRAT Score:88.67
Professor: Assistant Professor, Vishwakarma University, Pune

This ongoing six-month research assistantship provides interns with hands-on exposure to four major branches of psychology—Industrial-Organizational, Cognitive, Cyber, and Clinical Psychology. The internship bridges theory with practice, allowing interns to understand real-world psychological challenges across workplaces, digital environments, cognition, and mental health. Interns are currently involved in a range of research and applied tasks, such as administering and analysing job satisfaction and work-culture surveys, observing cognitive assessments related to attention and memory, studying online behavior including internet addiction and social media influence, and contributing to mental-health awareness modules. In the clinical component, interns are assisting with basic counselling frameworks, ethics discussions, and mental-health assessment activities. Overall, the internship is helping students strengthen their research methodology, data analysis, SPSS, and report-writing skills while giving them multi-domain exposure to how psychological principles are applied across different real-life contexts.

10 Multi-Domain Psychology Research Assistantship

Intern: Yukta Gandhi, M.Sc in Psychology, Nmims, RRAT Score:83.04
Professor: Assistant Professor, Vishwakarma University, Pune

This project offers an integrated exploration of four key domains within psychology: Industrial-Organizational, Cognitive, Cyber, and Clinical Psychology, bridging theoretical concepts with practical research applications. The work spans employee motivation and workplace dynamics, attention and memory assessments, technology-driven behavioural influences, and foundational mental health evaluation. The intern contributes to designing surveys, observing and analysing cognitive assessments, conducting literature reviews, developing cyber-psychology awareness modules, and assisting with basic counselling-related research tasks. They also gain experience working with data, interpreting findings, and understanding ethical research practices across diverse psychological settings. In addition to these responsibilities, the intern is actively learning the entire research process, from conceptualising research questions to reviewing literature, analysing data, and drafting scholarly material. Under the professor’s guidance, the intern is also developing an independent research paper for publication, enhancing their academic readiness and research competency for future scholarly work.