Academic Researcher
& Educator
PhD-qualified Assistant Professor specializing in AI, IoT, and Blockchain technologies. Passionate about research, innovation, and nurturing the next generation of tech leaders.
15+
Research Publications
8+
International Presentations
2+
Years as Professor
About
I am an academician and researcher with a passion for cutting-edge technologies and education excellence. My research interests span across Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things (IoT), Blockchain, Machine Intelligence, and their applications in business transformation.
Currently serving as an Assistant Professor at Lovely Professional University, I combine practical industry experience with academic rigor. My background includes senior management roles at leading financial institutions and consulting expertise across multiple domains including real estate, advertising, and financial services.
I am deeply committed to mentoring students, publishing impactful research, and contributing to the academic community through faculty development programs and international conferences.
Expertise
AI & IoT Research
Blockchain, Machine Learning, Digital Transformation
Teaching
Academic Excellence
MBA, BBA, LLB - National & International students
Service
Research & Innovation
Conference presentations, Publishing, Leadership
Education
Degrees
PhD
Doctoral Degree
Sharda University, Greater Noida
2024
Completed
PGDM
Postgraduate Diploma in Management (Marketing & IT)
IMS Ghaziabad
2011
CGPA: 6.77
BCA
Bachelor of Computer Applications
IPEM Ghaziabad
2007
64.46%
Professional Certifications
IITK Blockchain Certificate Program (June 2025)
Core Java Foundations (April 2025)
Linux Training (April 2025)
Fundamentals of Blockchain (April 2025)
UGC NET Qualified (December 2018)
NISM VA Certification (June 2017)
NISM VI Certification (January 2016)
IRDA Certification (September 2015)
Experience
Assistant Professor
Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, Punjab
August 2023 - Present
Current
- •Teaching and research in AI, IoT, and Blockchain
- •Guiding PhD and Master's level students
- •Contributing to faculty development programs
Teaching Assistant
Sharda University, Greater Noida
September 2019 - December 2024
- •Managing seminars, conferences, and PhD research club
- •Teaching MBA/BBA/LLB students (Online/Offline/Hybrid)
- •Conducting examinations and academic evaluations
- •Managing university events and publications
Deputy Manager
HDFC Bank Ltd, New Delhi
August 2015 - July 2018
- •Managed team of associates and network partners
- •Generated business volume from existing clients
- •Created brand awareness and cross-sold banking products
- •Best outperformer in 2015 recruitment batch
Assistant Manager
Earth Infra Pvt. Ltd, Noida
July 2013 - July 2015
- •Team management and client relationship building
- •Business development and brand awareness
- •Created volume from existing clients
Professional Consultant (Freelance)
Self-employed
July 2013 - August 2019
- •Real Estate (Plots, Flats, Apartments, Commercial)
- •Advertising (ATL, BTL, Mall Activation)
- •Financial Advisory (Investment, Insurance, Mutual Funds)
- •Travel Consulting (Specialized in Dubai)
Sales Executive
VKM Logistics Pvt. Ltd, New Mumbai
December 2012 - June 2013
- •Consulted new clients and understood requirements
- •Created volume from existing clients
- •Managed client relationships
- •Participated in international trade exhibitions
Publications
A Study on Digital Intelligence and Influencer Marketing for Sustainable Diversification of India's Retail Economy: A Qualitative Study
Singh, M., Michael, R. A., Saheb, S. S., Yadav, P. S., Kiran, P. N., & Malhi, A.
IGI Global Scientific Publishing
2025
Artificial Intelligence of Things (AIoT)‐Enabled Personalized Banking: Investigating Intention to Adopt
Malhi, A. S., Kovid, R. K., & Singh, T. P.
Reshaping Intelligent Business and Industry: Convergence of AI and IoT at the Cutting Edge
2024
Assessing the Role of Digital Awareness in Promoting Polymer‐Based Sustainability
Chaudhary, A. G., Vashisht, A., Shyam, H. S., Malhi, A. S., & Gupta, R.
Macromolecular Symposia
2024
Wearable Technologies for Health: Investigating Behavioral Intention to Adopt Cloud-Based Smartwatch
Malhi, A.S., Kovid, R.K., Kanika
Machine Intelligence and Data Science Applications (MIDAS 2022). Springer, Singapore
2023
What Drives Adoption of Cloud-Based Online Games in an Emerging Market? An Investigation Using Flow Theory
Malhi, A.S., Kovid, R.K., Dutta, A., Sijariya, R.
Machine Intelligence and Data Science Applications. Springer, Singapore
2022
Lab-Based Meat and Its Emergence In India
Malhi, A. S. & Singh, R. K.
Global Competitiveness Technological Disruption and Organizational Resilience. Kaav Publications
2022
Presentations & Conferences
6th International Conference CSR & Sustainable Development
Why Indian Should Adopt Japan's Garbage Disposal System for A Longer Run to Achieve 12th Goal of the Sustainable Development Plan
Sharda University, Delhi, India
10th – 11th October 2019
International Conference on Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity in Business (IC-VUCA 2019)
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Enabled Organization Has Competitive Advantages In Cutthroat Environment (Red Ocean)
MIET, Meerut, India
23rd -24th November 2019
International Conference on Computing, Communication & Intelligent System (ICCCIS-2021)
Recent Research Trends in AI and IoT
Sharda University, Greater Noida, India
19th-20th February 2021
2nd Research Clinic and Doctoral Consortium
A Study on Adoption of Cloud of things by Small and Medium Enterprises
FIIB, New Delhi & Taylor's University, Malaysia
7th August 2021
International Conference on Digital Marketing Experiences (DIGMAR 2021)
Using Multi-Theory Model to Investigate Behavioral Intention to Use Cloud-Enabled Games
Jain (Deemed to be) University, Bangalore, India
27th-29th October 2021
Machine Intelligence and Data Science Applications (MIDAS-2021)
What Drives Adoption of Cloud-based Online Games in an Emerging Market? An Investigation Using Flow Theory
Comilla University, Cumilla, Bangladesh
26th-27th December 2021
Skills & Expertise
💻Technical Skills
📊Research & Analytics
⚙️Technologies
🎯Soft Skills
🗣️Languages
🔬Specializations
Get in Touch
I'm always interested in hearing about new research opportunities, collaboration possibilities, and connecting with fellow academics and professionals. Feel free to reach out!
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