Pravega Innovative Summit

From Idea to Impact
The Vision

Join us for a premier DeepTech confluence

Held under Pravega, this summit creates a unique intersection between academia and industry, highlighting India’s expanding role in technological innovation. We bring together distinguished professors, industry leaders, and top-tier researchers to explore the frontiers of Artificial Intelligence, Semiconductors, Quantum Technology, and Entrepreneurship.


A Gathering of Minds

The summit is an exclusive gathering curated for meaningful collaboration. You will be joining:

  • Thought Leaders: ~16 Professors from IISc, IITs, and other premier institutions.
  • Industry Pioneers: Delegates from leading DeepTech companies and research labs.
  • Next-Gen Innovators: ~50 PhD scholars and selected graduate students driving the future of tech.

Dates & Venue

Dates: 17th–18th January 2026 (Tentative)
Venue: Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru

Curated Expertise

Each session features a diverse lineup of speakers, including professors from outside Bengaluru, local experts, and IISc faculty.

Industry Integration

Technical talks incorporate industrial perspectives, offering insights into current R&D and market applications.




Innovation Showcase

Between sessions, explore poster presentations by PhD scholars and students highlighting cutting-edge research.



Program Schedule

Day 1: Saturday, 17th January 2026


Forenoon Session: AI & Machine Learning

  • 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Technical Talks - Four rapid-fire, 15-minute deep dives into the latest AI architectures and applications.
  • 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM: Panel Discussion - Generative AI and autonomous systems.
  • 11:30 AM – 11:45 AM: Audience Q&A.

(Lunch Break & Student Research Poster Showcase)


Afternoon Session: Semiconductor Technologies

  • 02:00 PM – 03:00 PM: Technical Talks - Chip design, fabrication, and material innovation.
  • 03:00 PM – 03:30 PM: Panel Discussion - Bridging lab-scale research and industrial scalability.
  • 03:30 PM – 03:45 PM: Audience Q&A.

Day 2: Sunday, 18th January 2026


Forenoon Session: Quantum Technology

  • 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Technical Talks - Breakthroughs in quantum computing, sensing, and cryptography.
  • 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM: Panel Discussion - Transition of quantum theory into practical DeepTech applications.
  • 11:30 AM – 11:45 AM: Audience Q&A.

(Lunch Break & Student Research Poster Showcase)


Afternoon Session: DeepTech Entrepreneurship

  • 02:00 PM – 03:00 PM: Technical Talks & Insights - Funding, scaling DeepTech startups, and R&D economics.
  • 03:00 PM – 03:30 PM: Panel Discussion - Founders & VCs discuss the "Lab to Market" roadmap.
  • 03:30 PM – 03:45 PM: Audience Q&A.