Haider Ali Rizvi (Daniel) from Shoolini University was recently awarded the prestigious 50 UNDER 50 Award – Young Data Scientist 2024 and JJ Crowns Award for AI and ML. Â
This talented alumnus from the B Tech CSE Artificial Intelligence batch bagged the award for his outstanding work in Artificial Intelligence. Â
In addition, Daniel has contributed a chapter to the book ‘Application of Deep Learning in Diverse Streams of IoT’, published by Springer, the world’s largest scientific journal. 
Hailing from Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, Daniel Rizvi founded The Daniel Rizvi Company (TDRC). His company aims to make advanced AI concepts accessible to tech enthusiasts and the public through engaging video lectures. Daniel’s mission is to demystify AI and inspire others to explore its vast potential.
The tech-savvy Shoolini star began his journey in artificial intelligence as a data scientist at Criterion Tech, where he specialised in computer vision models. Daniel is an AI Instructor at Era University, providing industrial training to BCA students, creating projects, and teaching industry standards. He has also filed his first patent on the application of AI in healthcare, leveraging machine learning to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and outcomes in healthcare delivery.
Last year, Daniel was accepted into top universities for his master’s program, including Imperial College London; University of St Andrews; Royal Holloway, University of London; University of Leeds; University of New York; Cranfield University; and City University of London. Additionally, he received direct PhD admission at the University of Glasgow.
During his time at Shoolini, Daniel excelled in academics and extracurricular activities, driven by a passion for AI. His research projects attracted the attention of industry leaders and academic institutions alike. The university’s research-focused and growth-oriented curriculum gave him a solid computer science and engineering foundation. The state-of-the-art laboratories and hands-on practical training equipped him with industry-relevant skills.
Daniel credits his success to the guidance he received from his professors. He thanked the Head of Yogananda School of AI, Computers and Data Science, Prof Pankaj Vaidya, and Associate Professors Namita Gandotra and Gaurav Gupta for their constant support. Reflecting on his alma mater, Daniel said, “I am deeply grateful to Shoolini University for nurturing my talents and guiding me towards success. The esteemed faculty, innovative facilities, and global partnerships have enabled me to make significant contributions to the field of AI and data science.”Â
Reflecting on his journey, Daniel emphasises the importance of staying curious, collaborating with others, and continuously learning. He believes that the true potential of AI lies in solving complex problems and improving lives.
Daniel’s remarkable achievements and commitment to advancing AI and machine learning have brought pride to Shoolini University. His journey exemplifies the holistic approach to education and the boundless opportunities that await those who dare to dream and pursue their passions.
