PhD Opportunity 2026 – AI-Driven CSR & Health Equity Research at BITS Pilani & One Health Trust
Program Type
Full-time
About the Programme
A funded PhD research opportunity is available under an interdisciplinary project titled:
“AI-Driven Analysis of CSR and Health Equity for Migrant Populations in India.”
This project is a collaboration between BITS Pilani (K K Birla Goa Campus) and One Health Trust.
The research focuses on evaluating how Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives impact health equity among migrant and marginalized populations. It combines advanced data science techniques (NLP, predictive modeling) with qualitative public health research to assess real-world outcomes.
Project Highlights
- Interdisciplinary research combining AI, CSR, and Public Health
- Focus on migrant populations and health equity in India
- Use of Natural Language Processing (NLP) and data analytics
- Real-world impact-oriented research
Supervisors
Dr. Ramappagari Leshma Manogna – Department of Economics & Finance, BITS Pilani Goa
Dr. Samantha Serrano – One Health Trust
Eligibility Criteria
Master’s degree in:
Economics
Public Health
Demography
Public Policy
or related discipline
Minimum 60% marks (or equivalent)
Strong research and data analysis skills
Excellent academic record and motivation for PhD
Fellowship / Benefits
Monthly stipend: ₹37,000
Joint supervision from leading institutions
Training in Data Science + Global Health
Access to interdisciplinary research network
Why Apply?
This program offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of technology, policy, and public health, contributing to impactful research addressing real societal challenges.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply through the official channels of BITS Pilani / One Health Trust or contact the research team for further details.
Source: https://onehealthtrust.org/academic-training/doctoral-program/
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