Testimonials
The entire session was really helpful and lovely. It helped me understand clearly what I actually want, and I’m very grateful for the conversation.
She is very friendly and helpful.
Shikha was extremely easy to talk to and always had a smile on her face. Her career growth suggestions sounded very practical and was no fluff. There were some points she made that were very ambitious but made total sense in the pursuit of excellence. I will highly recommend talking to Shikha to get a clear understanding of what you can get to!
Shikha’s experiences are straightforward direct answers to my cluttering thoughts about H1. She took her time and felt like she understood my concerns and crafted her responses. It was lovely and really insightful talking with her!
Services
Video meeting . 20 mins
PhD & Graduate School Strategy Session
For students seriously considering a Master’s or PhD
Video meeting . 15 mins
5
Academic & Career Clarity Session
Clear guidance for your academic & career path
Video meeting . 30 mins
5
Video meeting . 15 mins
5
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About me
I am a PhD in Informatics and an AI researcher working at the intersection of privacy, explainable AI, and real-world product systems. My work focuses on making complex technologies more understandable and strategically usable for people and organizations.
Alongside research, I am the founder of ConsenTerra, where I build AI-driven clarity tools that bridge academia, industry, and emerging technology. I have worked across research, enterprise AI systems, and early-stage product development, giving me a practical understanding of both academic rigor and real-world execution.
I mentor students, researchers, and early-career professionals who are navigating decisions around graduate school, AI careers, research direction, and industry transitions. My approach is structured, honest, and strategy-oriented - focused on helping you make informed, confident next moves.