Oorjit Mahajan

Product Space Fellow at UIUC (6% acceptance rate), completing structured training in product discovery, user segmentation, market research, metrics, and roadmap strategy. Engaging with product managers from FAANG+ companies through curated professional events, case workshops, and mentorship sessions while preparing for client-based product projects.

Designing and fabricating nano-architected photonic materials (photonic crystals, plasmonic structures) for biosensing applications.

• Founded Project DextraHelp, a globally recognized social enterprise tackling Parkinson's-related hand tremors, aligned with UN SDG No. 3. Recognized by the UN, Microsoft, the Government of India, and the World Economic Forum (Uplink). • Developed DextraBot, a patent-pending, AI-driven, non-invasive medical device that stabilizes hand tremors in real-time for individuals with neuromuscular disorders, at 1/2000th the cost of existing market alternatives. • Led a global outreach campaign with 10+ webinars, 15+ blogs, and an AI-enabled chatbot, reaching 15,000+ patients. Ideated and executed the DextraHelp Ambassadors Program, mobilizing 20+ volunteers across 12 countries and collaborating with stakeholders to broaden outreach and impact. • Conducted extensive product testing with 10+ NGOs, neurologists, medical device manufacturers and elderly care centers, securing funding from the Government of India and other global partners. • Featured in national media (AajTak, Analytics India Magazine, Careers 360, My Mobile India), with an audience of 400M+ viewers. Invited speaker at the UN Conference on Youth & SDGs; participated in Microsoft Startup Founder Program ($200K Azure AI grant) & Google for Startups School India. • Honored with top innovation awards, including Ashoka Young Changemakers (2.4% acceptance), CSIR Innovation Award (5/200K+), Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Ignited Mind Award (1/17K+), and Startup Bihar Innovation Challenge (2/10K+).

• Created a comprehensive 20+ page technical guide on DICOM & HL7 fundamentals, standard radiology workflows, and CARPL’s integration - designed to streamline onboarding, accelerate new-hire readiness, and establish a reusable knowledge base across the organization. • Analyzed customer requirements and conducted competitor analysis and benchmarking (SWOT) to evaluate the need for a centralized AI model portfolio; developed an AI-powered ETL pipeline that processed 500+ files (20GB across multiple formats), generated semantic embeddings for retrieval, applied LLM-based reasoning, and auto-populated structured Google Sheets—reducing processing time 5x. Built a working prototype of a AI Model directory for CARPL customer discovery using AI Directory using React (frontend) with a Google Sheets backend via API integration. • Co-led the development of a revised DICOM Conformance Statement for an upcoming FDA submission; authored a draft Product Requirement Document and drove a structured gap analysis between 10+ PACS and AI models, while coordinating with 5+ cross-functional stakeholders (Enterprise Partnerships, Engineering, Legal) to ensure compliance and progress by leveraging their technical expertise. • Extracted the SQL database schema from the Django codebase and created a structured data dictionary in Google Sheets, documenting tables, fields, and relationships; collaborated with tech leadership to supervise documentation and identify core product metrics. • Pitched and developed product concepts including ‘CARPL Onboard-Mate,’ an AI chatbot to streamline onboarding, and ‘CARPL Access,’ an internal AI governance platform for secure enterprise adoption of generative AI; authored PRDs and presented both initiatives to company executives. • Participated in Scrum Practices such as Sprint Planning, Sprint Grooming, and Daily Standups, gaining experience in prioritization frameworks, and collaborative workflows.

Ashoka is leading the way toward an "Everyone a Changemaker" world. As the world's largest network of changemakers and social innovators, it supports more than 4,000 social entrepreneurs across 93 countries to drive large-scale social change. Ashoka helps innovators launch and grow their ideas, collaborate, reshape entire systems, and influence societal transformation. Ashoka Innovators for the Public is the world's largest network of social entrepreneurs, comprising 3,500+ Fellows, 250+ change institutions, and 300+ partners in over 90 countries. The Ashoka Young Changemakers program selects exceptional young leaders who have discovered their power to create positive change. I was selected from a global pool of 1,800+ candidates (2.4% acceptance rate). As a member of the Ashoka Network, I collaborate with changemakers worldwide, working toward a more inclusive and equitable future.

• Engaged with Candela Energy, a startup backed by Stanford, MIT, The Rockefeller Foundation, and Acumen Academy, focused on last-mile delivery using solar carts for essential energy solutions and life-improving products in underserved communities in the Global South. • Redesigned and optimized Solar Cart models using CAD/CAM expertise, focusing on safety, efficiency, and sustainability, and developed scalable, production-ready 3D models using grant-based funding. Implemented modular design principles to enhance scalability and adaptability for rural settings, ensuring optimal use of sustainable materials and features in the Solar Cart Kiosk. • Liaised directly with founders to refine the business model and drive strategic growth, optimizing the technical side of pilot projects that have impacted over 2,500 families in Delhi and Bihar.

• Conducted research under Dr. Hossein Alisafaee on Multi-Layer Nano-Photonic Structures, focusing on the design, simulation, and application of photonic crystals for biosensing over 4-5 months, attending 10+ research seminars on photonic crystal engineering and defect engineering in metamaterials. • Designed a 1D Photonic Crystal-based optical biosensor for real-time, point-of-care malaria diagnosis, leveraging nanostructured dielectric material stacks (SiO₂ and Si) to enhance sensitivity through defect modes, optimizing for low-cost, high-accuracy detection in resource-limited settings. • Conducted an extensive literature review on photonic crystal biosensors for biomedical sensing, evaluating their role in optical diagnostics and disease detection, and designed a theoretical model using photonic bandgap engineering to enhance optical signals for biomarker detection in whole blood samples. • Simulated biosensor performance using MATLAB for optical computation and Python for scientific visualization and data analysis, demonstrating high sensitivity and feasibility for early disease detection. Co-authored a paper, "A Photonic Crystal Biosensor for Point-of-Care Malaria Diagnosis," presenting a novel optical biosensing approach, submitted to leading Material Science and Photonics journals for publication. • Successfully completed Pioneer Academics Research Program (Oberlin College accredited), earning an A- (90-92%) grade, 2 college credits, and a detailed transcript.

• Spearheaded Team Aratic as the Lead Manufacturing and Design Engineer, achieving Top 15 Ranks in the F1 in Schools Engineering Challenge at both Regional and National levels, distinguishing the team as the sole qualifier for both regional and national championships in the school's history. • Led the Manufacturing and Design department, overseeing the designing of multiple iterations of Miniature F1 Cars compliant with technical regulations and safety standards. Proficient in Autodesk Fusion 360 for parametric design, designed 20+ prototypes using CAD/CAM technologies. Compiled a comprehensive Design and Engineering portfolio with detailed drawings, specifications, and design methodologies. Applied Computational Fluid Dynamics techniques for aerodynamics enhancement and explored Additive Manufacturing using ABS, PETG, PLA, Nylon for optimal performance. Employed advanced rendering and animation software (Blender) for creating marketable videos. Conducted 30+ track tests to refine performance and designed the pit display for presentations. • Spearheaded sponsorship efforts, securing 10+ sponsorships (monetary and in-kind) totaling $2000. Established partnerships with industry leaders in automotive paints and design, engaging engineers from Volvo and IGUS India. Led Social Impact initiatives, delivering STEM and Material Sciences lectures in underserved areas of Delhi NCR. • Recognized achievements include Top 20 F1 in Schools Teams at the National Level (2020), recipient of the Best Pit Display Award [1/120+], Nomination for Best Engineered Car Award (Nationals, 2020) and recipient of the Best Verbal Presentation Award (Regionals, 2019).