Saurabh Nagarkar

Aritificial Intelligence Researcher

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A little bit about me

“I specialize in Artificial Intelligence, Natural Language Processing, and High-Performance Computing. Moreover, I am deeply passionate about innovation. As a result, my goal is to advance AI research while simultaneously enhancing computing performance. In particular, I focus on streamlining complex systems to improve efficiency and scalability.”

“Learn more about my journey in AI and HPC on my About Me page.”

Professional Experience

Currently, I work as a Research Engineer at the Barcelona Supercomputing Center, where I focus on performance optimization tools for HPC applications. Moreover, my work involves analyzing computational efficiency and improving large-scale system performance. In addition, I collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance scalability in research projects. As a result, my contributions support the development of high-performance computing solutions.

Master’s Thesis

I explored the use of AI for enhancing interactivity in gaming environments. In particular, I designed and implemented conversational AI-powered NPCs using OpenAI’s API. As a result, these NPCs generate real-time, dynamic dialogues, significantly improving player immersion. Moreover, user testing confirmed increased engagement, validating the effectiveness of AI-driven interaction models

Academic Background

Master’s in Aritificial Intelligence from Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, Spain. I have a strong technical background, including expertise in multiple programming languages. For example, I am proficient in Python, C++. Additionally, I have extensive experience with machine learning frameworks like TensorFlow and PyTorch. Furthermore, I actively explore new technologies that can further enhance computational performance.”

I am a curious mind, problem solver, and tech enthusiast. Consequently, I thrive at the intersection of AI and innovation. In addition, I am always exploring, continuously learning, and consistently pushing the limits of what’s possible. Ultimately, my goal is to contribute meaningful advancements to the field.

Saurabh Nagarkar

Junior Researcher

“Building intelligence, one computation at a time”

Born in Lucknow and raised in Nashik, India, I have always been drawn to technology and problem-solving. Currently, I am based in Barcelona and contributing as a Junior Research Engineer at the Barcelona Supercomputing Center (BSC). In this role, I focus on the development of Extrae, a dynamic instrumentation package used to trace programs. Moreover, it is an essential part of the Computer Sciences Department.

As a result, this position allows me to delve deeper into the intricacies of High-Performance Computing (HPC). Furthermore, my work involves optimizing computational performance to enhance large-scale research initiatives. Ultimately, my goal is to improve efficiency in complex computing environments and contribute to the advancement of HPC technologies.

Research and Publications

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Press & Media Mentions

Saurabh Bharat Nagarkar, a student on the master’s degree in AI at the UPC, wins the Unite! Video Contest

Earlier, he participated in the Unite! Students Festival in Lisbon, which took place from 29 June to 1 July. As part of this experience, he engaged with students from diverse backgrounds, fostering intercultural exchange. Eventually, his submission stood out, earning him the top prize in the Unite! Video Contest at UPC—a competition organized by the Multilingual and Multicultural Training Center of Unite!

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