Sakshi Vikas Nikam
Data Science Graduate Student
Passionate about leveraging AI and data science to solve complex problems. Currently pursuing my Master's in Data Science at Worcester Polytechnic Institute with a perfect 4.0 GPA.
About
I'm a Data Science graduate student at Worcester Polytechnic Institute, passionate about building intelligent systems that solve real-world problems. With a strong foundation in AI, machine learning, and data analysis, I combine technical expertise with research-driven insights.
My work spans from developing semantic clustering systems for research paper retrieval to building decentralized healthcare management platforms. I've published research in IEEE conferences and contributed to studies exploring the intersection of AI with healthcare, education, and construction industries.
I thrive at the intersection of data science and practical applications, always seeking opportunities to apply cutting-edge techniques to meaningful challenges.
Education
Masters in Data Science
GPA: 4.0/4.0Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI)
Worcester, MA • Aug 2025
Bachelor of Engineering in Artificial Intelligence & Data Science
GPA: 8.05/10Dr. D. Y. Patil College of Engineering, Akrudi | SPPU
Pune, India • Jan 2021 - Jan 2025
Experience
Data Science Intern
Feb 2024 - Apr 2024Areete Business Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
- Utilized Python to analyze and preprocess large datasets, leading to actionable insights that improved decision-making processes within 3 months.
Projects
ClusterNova
Semantic Clustering based Search for Research Papers
Built a semantic clustering–based search system to efficiently organize and retrieve research papers using advanced NLP techniques.
Dec 2025
MedVault
Intelligent Healthcare Management System
Led development of a decentralized healthcare system with secure patient record management, access control, interoperability, appointment scheduling, and compliance with data privacy standards.
Jun 2025
Smart Wardrobe Assistant
AI-Powered Fashion Recommendation
Proposed a personalization and recommendation solution for Myntra Hackathon, conceptualized algorithms to enhance user experience, presented the idea to judges, and reached Pre-Finale status.
Aug 2024
Publications
Secure Cloud-based Process-Oriented Teaching Quality Approach in Higher Education with General AI
IEEE IIPEM 2024
Proposed a secure cloud architecture with AI integration to improve teaching quality monitoring in higher education.
Nov 2024
Exploring the Mind-Body Connection: Relationship Between Diet Patterns and Depression
Nutrients
Investigated correlations between dietary habits and mental health outcomes. Applied statistical modeling and data analysis to highlight predictive patterns in diet-depression linkage.
Oct 2024
Artificial Intelligence in Construction Materials: From Analysis to Application
International Engineering Research Journal (IERJ), Volume 3 Issue 4 Page 7050-7056, 2023 ISSN 2395-1621
Conducted an in-depth analysis of AI's transformative impact on construction materials, highlighting its advantages over traditional methods for optimizing material selection based on performance, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness.
Dec 2023
A Multifaceted Overview of AI in Different Fields: A Survey
AIP Conference 2023
Presented at the conference, highlighting ethical and social implications of AI adoption and providing actionable insights for responsible AI use to researchers, practitioners, and policymakers.
Dec 2023
Skills
Programming Languages
Data Science & ML
Tools & Libraries
Get in Touch
I'm always open to discussing new opportunities, research collaborations, or interesting projects. Feel free to reach out!
svnikam@wpi.edu
linkedin.com/in/sakshi-vikas-nikam
Phone
+1 (774) 253-0945
Location
Worcester, MA
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