Geetha Gopakumar Nair

Geetha Gopakumar Nair, SPE, is a highly accomplished computational physicist and data science leader with more than 2 decades of international research and industry experience spanning India, Japan, and the US. As the global lead for the Data Science Center of Excellence at Halliburton, she leads the development and application of AI and machine learning solutions that address complex challenges in the energy industry while driving collaboration with global operators and technology teams.

Prior to joining industry, Nair held research faculty positions at the University of Tokyo and Tokyo Metropolitan University, where she conducted pioneering work in computational physics and quantum science.

She has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications and is passionate about advancing data-driven innovation through research, education, and mentorship. A frequent speaker at technical conferences and workshops, Nair is recognized for her ability to bridge cutting-edge research with practical industry applications, inspiring the next generation of scientists, engineers, and AI practitioners.