Ashwini Bhandiwad, PhD is a multi-talented entrepreneur, scientist, and educator with a passion for inspiring the next generation of innovators. With an impressive resume spanning from her studies at Bishop Cotton Girls School and RV College Of Engineering to achieving a Doctorate in Engineering Science at Dartmouth, Ashwini has dedicated herself to addressing climate change through renewable energy research. Her work has been published in top journals and she has also served as a visiting research scholar at UC Berkeley.

Ashwini's current focus is on food-based STEM education for young children, which led her to found StemChef. She is an advocate for the importance of keeping STEM interest alive at a young age, which not only inspires the next generation but also addresses the pipeline issue that is blamed for the under-representation of women in STEM careers. Ashwini's dedication and experience in the scientific field and education make her a valuable asset to the STEM community.