Overview
Name: Dr. Alok Aggarwal
Company: Scry AI
Position: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Chief Data Scientist
Professional Summary
Dr. Alok Aggarwal is an accomplished Indian American computer scientist and entrepreneur with extensive experience in artificial intelligence (AI) and data science. He is the founder of Scry AI, a company dedicated to providing innovative AI-based products and solutions. Since 2014, Dr. Aggarwal has been serving as the CEO and Chief Data Scientist of Scry AI. Additionally, he has made significant contributions through his research and entrepreneurial ventures over several decades.
Education
- Bachelor of Technology in Electrical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Delhi.
- Master of Science and Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland.
Career Milestones
Research and Academic Contributions
- IBM Research: From 1984 to 2000, Dr. Aggarwal conducted research at IBM’s Thomas J. Watson Research Center, focusing on computational geometry and external memory algorithms.
- MIT Sabbatical: He served as a visiting professor at MIT (1988-1989), teaching courses in computational geometry.
- Key research areas: Monge Arrays, External Memories, and Hierarchical Memories.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
- Founding of IBM India Research Laboratory (IRL): Dr. Aggarwal founded IRL inside IIT Delhi in 1998, growing it to a 60-member team by 2000. IRL continues to be a major research hub in India.
- Evalueserve: Co-founded in 2001 and led as Chairman until 2013. Evalueserve pioneered the concept of Knowledge Process Outsourcing (KPO) and has grown to over 5,000 employees.
- Scry AI: Founded in 2014, Scry AI focuses on AI, data science R&D, and developing AI-driven business workflow optimization tools.
Innovations and Patents
Dr. Aggarwal holds several notable patents, including:
- Honoring of Electronic Coupons (Patent No. 7,016,860)
- Generation, Distribution, Storage, Redemption, Validation, and Clearing of Electronic Coupons (Patent No. 7,013,286)
- Interactive Multimedia Virtual Classes (Patent No. 6,381,444)
AI-based Supply Chain Management Software
Developed the first commercial AI-based solution for supply chain management, significantly optimizing operations for paper mills and leading to substantial cost savings.
Voice of Cancer Patients
In collaboration with Dr. Sangeeta Aggarwal, developed a platform leveraging AI to provide insights into cancer patient experiences and the side effects of treatments.
Publications and Media
- Books: Author of "The Fourth Industrial Revolution & 100 Years of AI (1950-2050)", published in November 2023.
- Research Articles: Over 120 published research papers.
- Media Recognition: Featured in the Johns Hopkins University's Whiting School of Engineering Magazine for his work on AI innovation.
Awards and Recognitions
- IBM Outstanding Innovation Award (1989)
- Daniel H. Wagner Prize for Excellence in Advanced Analytics and Operations Research (1998)
- Distinguished Alumni Award from IIT Delhi (2008)
Personal
Dr. Alok Aggarwal resides in Saratoga, California, and is married to Dr. Sangeeta Aggarwal. They have two children, Dr. Adeeti Aggarwal and Prof. Amol Aggarwal.
Conclusion
Dr. Alok Aggarwal's significant contributions to AI and data science, both through his research and entrepreneurial ventures, make him a leading figure in the field. His work at Scry AI continues to push the boundaries of innovation within AI, providing cutting-edge solutions to complex business problems.
