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_{<big>Venkata Mupparaju is a University Innovation Fellow and data analyst with a background in Mechanical Engineering (B.E.) and Computer Information Systems (M.S.). Raised in a small farming village near Ongole, India, '''What he blends technical expertise with a passion for solving real-world challenges through data and innovation.does now:'''</big>}

_{<big>As a graduate student leader Data Research Analyst at Christian Brothers Community Dreams Foundation and University, he led innovation workshops, served as GSO President, and developed a capstone on urban mobility using predictive analytics and public data. His experience spans roles at FedEx IT Services, Start Co., and the Ford Urbanite Challenge, where he delivered insights for civic planning and enterprise efficiency.Innovation Fellow</big>}

_{<big>'''What that means:'''</big>} _{<big>He analyzes complex datasets to inform community impact strategies, leads innovation initiatives, and applies data science to solve real-world problems in mobility, civic planning, and education.</big>} _{<big>'''Contact him about:'''</big>} _{<big>'''Email:''' venkatsr102m@gmail.com</big>} _{<big>'''Phone:''' +1 (901) 308-5797</big>} _{<big>Predictive analytics for city infrastructure, interdisciplinary research, data-driven decision-making, design thinking workshops, transitioning from mechanical engineering to data science, SQL/Python/Tableau/Power BI tips, Student leadership, urban mobility optimization, systems innovation, and the intersection of AI and societal impact.</big>}----_{<big>Venkata Subbarao Mupparaju is a lifelong learnerdata analyst, design thinkerresearcher, and Stanford University-trained University Innovation Fellow who blends technical skills with a passion for community-focused innovation. With a B.E. in Mechanical Engineering from Vasireddy Venkatadri Institute of Technology (India, Class of 2023) and an M.S. in Computer Information Systems from Christian Brothers University (USA, Class of 2025), he works at the intersection of data science, intelligent systems, and real-oriented problem solverworld impact.</big>} _{<big>He is currently a '''Data Research Analyst at Community Dreams Foundation''', where he supports data-driven nonprofit programs designed to uplift underserved communities. His work involves cleaning, analyzing, and visualizing large datasets to deliver actionable insights for civic and organizational decision-making.</big>} _{<big>Previously, as a '''Graduate Assistant at Christian Brothers University''', Venkata built and maintained interactive Power BI dashboards to track KPIs related to student enrollment, IT support, and academic performance. He collaborated with academic and IT teams to automate reporting pipelines and ensure data integrity across systems.</big>} _{<big>He has also held fellowships with '''Start Co.''', where he analyzed city mobility data, and the '''Ford Urbanite Memphis City Challenge''', where he led data cleaning and visualization efforts for transportation systems. His ability to communicate insights clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders has made him a valuable contributor in cross-functional environments.</big>}---- === _{<big>'''Research & Projects'''</big>} ===_{<big>Venkata’s '''graduate capstone project''', titled ''Data-Driven Urban Mobility'', focused on forecasting traffic congestion in New York City using public datasets and '''LightGBM modeling'''. He developed an automated ETL pipeline and an interactive Power BI dashboard to inform urban planning decisions. The project offered actionable strategies to improve traffic flow and transit systems and reflected his deep interest in urban analytics and intelligent infrastructure.</big>} _{<big>His '''undergraduate research''' at VVIT culminated in a published paper on ''“MMC Al-6063 Reinforced with SiC”'', where he explored the mechanical and microstructural behavior of advanced materials. This early experience in materials science built his foundation in experimental research and technical documentation.</big>}---- === _{<big>'''Campus Involvement & Leadership'''</big>} ===_{<big>Venkata has been an active leader on both his undergraduate and graduate campuses, shaping initiatives that foster innovation, student success, and interdisciplinary learning.</big>} _{<big>At '''Christian Brothers University''', he served as:</big>} * _{<big>'''President''' of the Graduate Student Organization (GSO)</big>}* _{<big>'''Graduate School Senator''', Student Government Association</big>}* _{<big>'''Member''', Presidential Student Advisory Council</big>} _{<big>He organized '''design thinking workshops and innovation ventures''' that empowered students to solve cross-disciplinary problems using empathy and iterative prototyping. These initiatives were deeply inspired by his training as a University Innovation Fellow at Stanford’s d.school.</big>} _{<big>At '''VVIT''', he served as:</big>} * _{<big>'''University Innovation Fellow (UIF)'''</big>}* _{<big>'''Student Head''', Entrepreneur Council</big>}* '''Central Working Committee Member''', Student Activity Council* _{<big>'''Co-Founder''', Foreign Language Club</big>}* _{<big>'''Organizer''', Campus “Shark Tank” competition for student entrepreneurs</big>} _{<big>He also created platforms for '''alumni-student networking''', '''peer mentoring''', and '''cross-campus collaboration''', encouraging a culture of curiosity, risk-taking, and self-driven learning.</big>}---- === _{<big>'''Long-Term Vision'''</big>} ===_{<big>Venkata’s long-term goal is to pursue a PhD '''Ph.D. in AI, intelligent systems, or urban analytics''', focusing on real-world applications that make industries smarter and communities more resilient. He is especially interested in applying machine learning and systems engineering to solve problems in Industrial Engineering, infrastructure, and drive impact at the intersection public policy.</big>} _{<big>He brings a rare combination of AI'''technical expertise''', engineering'''social impact focus''', and urban systems'''collaborative leadership''', making him a versatile contributor in any organization or research environment.</big>}