Dr. Pallavi Mohanan, Assistant Professor at the School of Humanities & Social Sciences, IILM University, Greater Noida, is an emerging scholar specializing in the intricate historical and cultural intersections of ancient civilizations. She holds a Ph.D. in History from Amity University, Noida, with her doctoral thesis titled “Globalization in Ancient World: A Study of Trade Relations Between Ancient India and Egypt.” Her academic journey is marked by consistent excellence, including a Bronze Medal for her undergraduate studies and a deep commitment to interdisciplinary research at the crossroads of archaeology, linguistics, and maritime history.

Dr. Mohanan’s research, extensively published in Scopus and Google Scholar indexed journals, explores the role of merchants, priests, and rulers as early agents of globalization. Her work is notably innovative, utilizing advanced methodologies such as archaeological remote sensing and digital humanities to preserve and analyze cultural heritage. In 2025, she completed specialized training in Advanced Archaeological Remote Sensing through a collaborative program involving Durham University and the British Council, focusing on site prospection and heritage protection in the Middle East and North Africa. Her dedication to the field is further evidenced by her role as a Research Intern and Volunteer with the Save Ancient Studies Alliance (SASA), USA, where she contributes to the global effort of making ancient history accessible and relevant to contemporary society.

Dr. Mohanan is the recipient of the Best Paper Presenter Award (2024) from the National Institute of Technology (NIT), Rourkela, for her insights into Indian Knowledge Systems. She is an active member of the Indus International Research Foundation and the Digital Humanities Alliance for Research and Teaching Innovations (DHARTI), and serves as a reviewer for the Brooklyn Research and Publishing Institute (BRPI).

Beyond her core historical research, Dr. Mohanan is a polyglot, proficient in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently expanding her legal expertise through an LLB program. Her diverse interests range from the study of ancient textiles and crafts to exploring the role of artificial intelligence in the management and preservation of ancient texts and heritage sites like Ajanta and Hampi.

 Email: pallavi.mohanan@iilm.edu