Trends in Next-Generation Cloud Computing Proceedings of the International Conference, NEXGCI 2025

Dr. Simar Preet Singh is an Associate Professor at the School of Computer Science Engineering and Technology (SCSET), Bennett University, Greater Noida, India. He holds a Ph.D. from Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology (TIET), Patiala, and has academic and industry experience, including his association with Infosys. His research interests include Cloud Computing, Fog Computing, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Internet of Things (IoT), Big Data, and smart technologies. He has published extensively in international journals and conferences, edited books, and contributed to patents and copyrights. He actively mentors students and promotes interdisciplinary research with practical real-world applications.  He is an AWS and Microsoft-certified professional. 

Prof. (Dr.) Abhay Bansal is the Dean, School of Computer Science Engineering & Technology (SCSET) and Dean, International Relations & Corporate Outreach at Bennett University, The Times Group. He holds BE, ME, MBA and PhD from the University of Rajasthan and completed Post-Doctoral Research at the University of South Florida, USA. With 31 years of industry and academic experience, he has authored 140+ Scopus-indexed research papers, including 40+ SCI-indexed papers, and guided 10 PhD scholars. His research interests include Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Cloud Computing, Supply Chains and emerging technologies. He is an AWS-certified professional and has received international awards.

Prof. Bhuvan Unhelkar is Professor (full, tenured) at the Muma College of Business, University of South Florida since 2015. Dr. Unhelkar is also an accomplished IT professional, founding consultant of Method Science and is widely recognized for his expertise in Business Analysis, Software Engineering (UML), Big Data Strategies, Artificial Intelligence, Agile Methodologies, Mobile Business, and Green IT. He is the author of 31 books, including Artificial Intelligence & Business Optimization, Big Data Strategies for Agile Business, Psychology of Agile and The Art of Agile Practice (Taylor and Francis/CRC Press, USA); and 102 peer-reviewed articles. He is a Fellow of the Australian Computer Society, a Senior Member of the IEEE, and an Associate Editor of IT Professional. Additionally, he is a life member of the Computer Society of India and the Baroda Management Association, a certified Professional Scrum Master, and a SAFe Agile Leader. He is also the Past President of Rotary Sarasota Sunrise (Florida) and a Paul Harris Fellow.