Physics Teacher & WRO Mentor (BSM)
Head of Year and Physics Teacher with over three years leading the robotics club at BSM. He has supported student teams in competitions such as the World Robot Olympiad (WRO), alongside building a strong culture of problem-solving and practical learning.
He focuses on developing solid foundations in physics through hands-on application, integrating design, coding, and analytical thinking into his teaching. His work has contributed to increased student uptake in Physics and consistent improvement in A-level results.
Known for his approachable and thoughtful teaching style, he is committed to broadening access to STEM education and strengthening meaningful engagement in robotics across Oman.
National Organizer of WRO in Oman
A robotics educator and mentor with over 17 years of experience, he is National Organizer of World Robot Olympiad (WRO) in Oman, and the Education Specialist at WRO. He has played a key role in developing robotics education nationally and is the founder of Roboticktick, as well as being a part of WRO Learn, an online learning platform designed to teach students robotics in a structured way.
He has mentored numerous WRO teams, guiding students from beginner level to international competition, with a strong focus on design, programming, and problem-solving.
Information Technology Manager & Co-Founder, CodeAcademy_om
A senior education and technology professional based in Oman, he holds a PhD from Sultan Qaboos University and serves as visiting faculty there. He has extensive experience in training, digital transformation, and STEM education, leading programmes in emerging fields such as data science, AI, and robotics.
He has delivered youth-focused learning initiatives and technical training programmes, helping students build practical skills, problem-solving ability, and confidence in applying technology to real-world challenges. His work bridges classroom learning with industry-relevant skills and prepares students for careers in tech-driven fields.
Known for his hands-on and supportive approach, he contributes to strengthening STEM learning pathways in Oman and guiding students through innovation-focused programmes aligned with national development priorities.
Middle School Integrated Science Teacher and WRO Mentor (TAISM)
Middle School Integrated Science Teacher with 16 years of experience and Robotics Team Coach at TAISM for the past three years. She has supported student teams competing in the World Robot Olympiad (WRO), including two teams that represented TAISM at the WRO Open Championship in Brescia, Italy, in 2024.
She focuses on building strong foundations in coding, engineering design, and problem-solving through hands-on learning and collaborative teamwork. Her work encourages students to develop creativity, resilience, and technical confidence while applying STEM concepts to real-world challenges.
Known for her supportive and student-centred approach, she is committed to expanding opportunities in robotics education and fostering greater collaboration, idea-sharing, and high-quality competition between schools across Oman.
Tech Entrepreneur, Startup Mentor & VP of Tech Oman
A tech entrepreneur and mentor with over 15 years of experience supporting startups, innovation programmes, and founder-led ventures across emerging markets. She is the founder of Buyon.pk, one of Pakistan’s early bootstrapped e-commerce marketplaces, helping thousands of small businesses digitize and grow.
She is an Alibaba eFounders Fellow (UNCTAD-backed) and a U.S. International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) alumna, recognised for her engagement with global entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystems.
She currently serves as Vice President of Tech Oman, contributing to innovation and technology-focused initiatives across Oman.
As part of the Oman Robotics Society initiative, she supports students in understanding how robotics, technology, and innovation can be applied to real-world challenges while encouraging creativity, confidence, and entrepreneurial thinking alongside technical learning.
Computer Science Teacher & VEX Club Lead (BSM)
A Computer Science educator with over 25 years of experience, he has led robotics clubs across three international schools, working with platforms such as LEGO Mindstorms, VEX IQ, and VEX V5, and supporting student teams in competitive robotics events.
He has designed and delivered structured robotics and physical computing programmes within schools, incorporating technologies such as Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and Micro:bit to connect computational thinking with real-world applications. His work enables students to progress from foundational skills to competition-level performance.
He has also contributed to whole-school STEAM initiatives, including organising STEAM days that promote interdisciplinary learning. Known for his structured and supportive teaching style, he is committed to fostering creativity, resilience, and deeper engagement in robotics and emerging technologies.
Primary Technology Specialist and Curriculum Coordinator (Al Sahwa Schools)
An experienced educator within the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP), she holds a degree in Computer Science, a Postgraduate Certificate in Education, and is currently training as a Montessori teacher.
She is passionate about innovative teaching and empowering young learners through technology. Through her Robotics Club, she encourages students to become creative problem-solvers, risk-takers, and collaborative thinkers, using coding and robotics to prepare for and participate in national robotics competitions across Oman.
Having joined the Al Sahwa Schools community from Colombia, she brings an international perspective to her work and is committed to fostering curiosity, confidence, and a lifelong interest in STEM among her students.
Experienced Robotics Mentor, Founder of India’s First FRC Team
Nilesh Shah is a mechanical engineer with a postgraduate degree in management. He mentors R Factor (FRC Team 6024) , which is a pan India team with school students across various cities for FIRST Robotics Competitions.
The team has qualified for the FIRST Championship five times, winning the Gracious Professionalism Award in 2022 and 2023 and the Engineering Inspiration Award in 2025. Over its ten years it has also been recognised with runner-up Impact awards.Through its outreach programme, R Factor has advocated to the Goa government for a STEM curriculum, reached around 800 corporations at an Automation Expo and run workshops at engineering techfests. For students exploring FRC, Nilesh is a strong guide, he has mentored R Factor since its early years as India’s first FRC team, and has helped students build, wire and program competition robots on their own, while also running outreach that spreads FRC across India.
Team Lead, Drone Development at National Innovation Center (NIC) Nepal
Dipendra Basnet is Team Lead of Drone Development at the National Innovation Center (NIC) Nepal, a nonprofit based inside Tribhuvan University in Kirtipur, Kathmandu, that works to build a culture of research, technology and innovation in Nepal. He has more than six years of experience in UAV systems, with expertise in communication and navigation systems, and NIC credits him with a pivotal role in advancing Nepal’s drone ecosystem.
He has worked on medical delivery drones that make life-saving and essential medical products accessible to everyone. For students exploring drones and UAV systems, he offers experience in building drones for humanitarian use in difficult terrain.
Oman WRO Winner 2025
Arnav Jaykrishnan is a passionate and driven student with a strong interest in robotics. He was the World Robotics Olympiad (WRO) National Winner in Oman and represented the country at the International WRO Finals in Singapore in 2025, earning a Bronze certificate.
He has developed technical expertise in Arduino IDE for programming Arduino Uno-based hardware, along with hands-on experience using the Matrix Controller and Matrix Block software. Arnav’s practical skills include building complex robotic systems such as biped robots, robotic arms, hexapods, and line-following robots. He has also worked on advanced mechanical designs, including robots with rack-and-pinion mechanisms and claw-based systems for the WRO 2025 Senior Robo Mission competition.
His dedication to learning robotics is further demonstrated by certifications including:
Oman WRO Winner 2025
He is a robotics and programming mentor with a strong background in competitive innovation and coding. He achieved 2nd place in the creativity category at the PishRobot 2018 competition and ranked 12th in the 2022 Scratch Coding Competition within his age category. In 2025, his team secured 1st place nationally at the WRO Olympiad.
He specializes primarily in C# programming but has a general understanding of other languages, allowing him to provide support to students across a variety of coding challenges.
Experienced FRC Mentor - US
Yash Gupta is a student at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and an experienced robotics mentor who has been involved in FIRST programs since 5th grade. He was a member of FIRST Robotics Team 5190 Falcon Fury, North Carolina, US where he worked on building, programming and designing competition robots while developing strong engineering and leadership skills.He has also supported teams in FIRST Robotics Competition and FIRST Tech Challenge, helping students get started and grow in competitive robotics.
As a mentor, Yash is passionate about helping new teams get started and guiding students through design, CAD, and problem-solving, while building confidence and teamwork through hands-on learning.
