Atul Babbar is an accomplished academic and internationally recognised researcher currently serving as Academic Staff in the Department of Engineering at La Trobe University, Melbourne. He supervises Advanced Research and Work-Integrated Learning projects, delivers industry-aligned engineering coursework, and bridges academic theory with real-world engineering practice to develop future-ready graduates. In recognition of his research excellence, he has been named among Stanford University & Elsevier’s World’s Top 2% Scientists (2025). Prior to joining La Trobe University, Dr. Babbar served as Deputy Dean (Research) and Core Council Member at Shree Guru Gobind Singh Tricentenary University, India, where he strengthened research governance, secured competitive funding, fostered interdisciplinary and industry partnerships, and enhanced institutional research visibility and accreditation outcomes. He holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering and specialises in advanced and smart manufacturing, additive manufacturing (3D/4D printing), machining technologies, and biomaterials. He has authored over 100 peer-reviewed publications, received 2,500+ citations (h-index 31), holds 25+ patents and design registrations, edits major book series, and contributes globally to engineering research and education.