Meet Dr Rohit Batra, Assistant Professor in the Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering at IIT Madras, working at the forefront of materials informatics. His research uses AI/ML to design new materials and optimise processing techniques, driving innovation toward a more sustainable future. He is especially excited about the rise of self-driving labs, where AI and robots accelerate materials discovery. As a mentor, Dr Batra believes in helping students reach their highest potential