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Advanced Internship Program on Generative AI

Summer Research Internship on Generative AI – iHub-Data, IIIT Hyderabad

Phase II Track Expansion

Advancing Beyond Object Detection to Generative Design Workflows

Following the successful deployment and evaluation of our Phase I Summer Research Internship on Vision Tasks (YOLO), iHub-Data at IIIT Hyderabad is expanding the track to focus on modern Generative AI execution layers.

This 2-to-3-month advanced track transitions selected high-performing interns from standard deep learning classification/localization to fully customizable generative mechanics. Utilizing locally provisioned instances of ComfyUI alongside linked system node variations, interns will map complex vision logic directly onto modern generative layers.

Core ComfyUI Exploration Pillars

Unlike standard black-box generative applications, ComfyUI offers granular structural manipulation over the complete lifecycle of a model execution. Interns will dive deep into:

  • Graph-Based Production Logic: Constructing modular mathematical workflows by separating text weights, noise conditioning nodes, scheduling steps, and latent space representations.
  • Controlled Architecture Synthesis: Using state modifiers like ControlNet and T2I-Adapters to restrict generated boundaries based on edge contours, custom depth metrics, or camera layouts.
  • YOLO-to-Generative Bridges: Mapping your Phase I detection output bounding boxes to automatically mask, isolate, and procedurally generate context-aware transformations on specific image targets.

Program Details

  • Duration: 2 to 3 Months (Continuous extension)
  • Platform: Locally Configured ComfyUI & Pipeline Utilities
  • Focus: Diffusion Architectures, Custom Node Engineering & Vision Bridges

Engagement Rules

  • Strict compliance with weekly structured sprint tracking.
  • Independent repository updates containing operational JSON layouts.
  • Direct testing of optimized components on locally managed environments.
[ Input Text/Image Node ] ──> [ CLIP Text Encode ] ──> [ KSampler Logic ] ──> [ VAE Decode ] ──> [ Targeted Output ] ▲ │ └─────────── [ ControlNet Constraints ] ┘

Strategic Value: Local ComfyUI vs. Commercial Cloud Subscriptions

To prepare for elite research and enterprise deployments, this internship avoids standardized API solutions (e.g., Midjourney, DALL-E) in favor of locally engineered infrastructure:

Operational Metric Proprietary Subscription Frameworks Local ComfyUI Infrastructure Track
Data Sovereignty & Privacy Asset parameters, source files, and generations pass through external cloud environments. 100% locally contained. Files never exit host hardware structures.
Financial Scalability Sustained recurring subscription tiers or per-token generation pricing. Zero marginal execution costs after local workstation alignment.
Pipeline Adaptability Limited to basic sliders or basic prompt strings on closed web UI variants. Infinite expansion through code nodes, manual math injections, and custom weights.
Model Fine-Tuning Integration Restricted access to custom weights; unable to load edge-case weights natively. Seamless embedding of localized LoRAs, customized checkpoints, and hypernetwork variants.

Verified Phase I Participants Cohort

List of interns participating in the Second Phase.

S.No Participant Name Institution / University Location
1Machavarapu Sai NavtejAnurag UniversityHyderabad
2Akshitha GollamudiAnurag UniversityHyderabad
3D SahasraBhoj Reddy Engineering College for WomenHyderabad
4Midhath FirdouseBhoj Reddy Engineering College For WomenHyderabad
5Appidi Sharmitha ReddyBhoj Reddy Engineering College For WomenHyderabad
6Sahithi Naga ChebiyyamBVRIT Hyderabad College of Engineering for WomenHyderabad
7Rallapalli YasasriC R Rao Advanced Institute of Mathematics Statistics and Computer ScienceHyderabad
8Vancha Sri Koushik ReddyC.R. Rao Advanced Institute of Mathematics, Statistics and Computer Science (AIMSCS)Hyderabad
9Choppa CharishmaC.R.Rao Advanced Institute of Mathematics, Statistics and Computer Science (AIMSCS)Hyderabad
10Kilari Namratha SarojaC.R.Rao Advanced Institute of Mathematics, Statistics and Computer Science (AIMSCS)Hyderabad
11Susrita GagireddyC.R.Rao Advanced Institute of Mathematics, Statistics and Computer Science (AIMSCS)Hyderabad
12Padmanabhuni NithinC.R.Rao Advanced Institute of Mathematics, Statistics and Computer Science (AIMSCS)Hyderabad
13Vemana DeekshithChaitanya Bharathi Institute of TechnologyHyderabad
14Donthula VedanthChaitanya Bharathi Institute of TechnologyHyderabad
15Potukuchi SR AnirudhChaitanya Bharathi Institute of TechnologyHyderabad
16Ravanam Naga Vinod NaiduChaitanya Bharathi Institute Of TechnologyHyderabad
17S AlekyaChaitanya Bharathi Institute of TechnologyHyderabad
18Suddula ManoharChaitanya Bharathi Institute of TechnologyHyderabad
19Talloju NishchalChaitanya Bharathi Institute of TechnologyHyderabad
20Ananya VakkalankaChaitanya Bharathi Institute of TechnologyHyderabad
21Chinamuthevi SanjanaChaitanya Bharathi Institute of TechnologyHyderabad
22Chunduri Gopika ManaswiniChaitanya Bharathi Institute of TechnologyHyderabad
23Priyanka JuttuChaitanya Bharathi Institute of TechnologyHyderabad
24Tammineni AnveshChaitanya Bharathi Institute of TechonologyHyderabad
25Jyotsna AkavarapuChaitanya Bharathi Instritute of TechnologyHyderabad
26Satvika KallaCMR Institute of TechnologyHyderabad
27M.S.S. Pavan KumarCMR Institute of TechnologyHyderabad
28Gaddam AdvithCMR Technical CampusHyderabad
29Malyala Sahithi PurnaCR Rao Advanced Institute of Mathematics, Statistics and Computer Science (AIMSCS)Hyderabad
30Greeshma kartheeshaCR RAO AIMSCSHyderabad
31Nashera FatimaDr.VRK Women’s College of Engineering & TechnologyHyderabad
32Sai Dhrutik TadpatriGokaraju Rangaraju Institute of Engineering & Technology (GRIET)Hyderabad
33Sharman MandlekarGokaraju Rangaraju Institute of Engineering and TechnologyHyderabad
34Murari GaddamHyderabad Institute of Technology and ManagementHyderabad
35Kota Sai Sandeep ChowdaryICFAI Foundation For Higher EducationHyderabad
36Gundeti SiddarthIndian Institute of Information Technology Sri CityChittoor
37Katupalli Jathin SuryaIndian Institute of Information Technology SricitySricity
38Md Altaf JawedIndian Institute of Technology MadrasChennai
39Arisa SrividyaInstitute of Aeronautical EngineeringHyderabad
40Belede Naga SaanviInstitute of Aeronautical EngineeringHyderabad
41Nagaram Akshitha GoudJ.B. Institute of Engineering & TechnologyHyderabad
42Bownla Pranav TejaJ.B. Institute of Engineering and TechnologyMoinabad
43Rashmi KannaJawaharlal Nehru Technological University HyderabadHyderabad
44Akula Spoorthy ReddyKeshav Memorial Engineering CollegeHyderabad
45Chaparala AashrithaKeshav Memorial Engineering CollegeHyderabad
46Pappula VaishnaviKeshav Memorial Engineering CollegeHyderabad
47Pinreddy Sri Charan ReddyKeshav Memorial Engineering CollegeHyderabad
48Pisipati AnkurKeshav Memorial Engineering CollegeHyderabad
49Ayyadevara HamsikaKeshav Memorial Institute of TechnologyHyderabad
50Sahasra ShivathmikaKeshav Memorial Institute of technologyHyderabad
51Sunkara Naga Sai Ram VivekKLH UniversityHyderabad
52Mohammed Zaid ShafiqLords Institute of engineering and technologyHyderabad
53Syed Amatul asmaLords Institute of Engineering and TechnologyHyderabad
54Akula Dhatri Manohar Siva KumarMahindra UniversityHyderabad
55KeerthanaMalla reddy deemed to be universityHyderabad
56Sana afrinMalla Reddy engineering collegeHyderabad
57Nimmala SrinijaMalla Reddy Engineering College for WomenHyderabad
58Syed Abdul Barr AnasMuffakham Jah College of Engineering & Technology (MJCET)Hyderabad
59Muhammad Zafar u ZamanMuffakham Jah College of Engineering and TechnologyHyderabad
60Aisha ErumMuffakham Jah College of Engineering and TechnologyHyderabad
61Gangisetty SreeshanthNational institute of technology WarangalWarangal
62Nandagiri ManoharNational Institute of Technology WarangalWarangal
63Amirapu Mallikarjuna AbhishekNeil Gogte Institute of TechnologyHyderabad
64Shaik Azaan AlifNeil Gogte Institute of TechnologyHyderabad
65Anirudh Sai KakkireniNeil Gogte Institute of TechnologyHyderabad
66Divyanjali GopisettyNewton School of Technology – Ajeenkya DY Patil UniversityPune
67Koppula Midhun ReddySpoorthy Engineering CollegeHyderabad
68Thalla karthikSreenidhi UniversityHyderabad
69Chalagonda Sai Raj ReddySri Indu Institute of Engineering and TechnologyRanga Reddy
70Chalamalla Dhanush ReddySri Indu Institute of Engineering and TechnologyRangareddy
71Khagithala Sai BinduSridevi Women’s Engineering CollegeHyderabad
72Gudi Veda Vardhan ReddySt. Peter’s Engineering CollegeHyderabad
73Dhaksh RamanujapuramSt.Peters Engineering CollegeHyderabad
74Mariam FatimaStanley College of Engineering and Technology for WomenHyderabad
75Mulinti Durga Sai Lakshmi PrasasthaStanley College of Engineering and Technology for WomenHyderabad
76Manmayi AdusumelliUniversity College of Engineering, Osmania UniversityHyderabad
77Ishita PuranikUniversity of HyderabadHyderabad
78Mahek Muskaan ShaikUniversity of HyderabadHyderabad
79Shripati PandeyUniversity of HyderabadHyderabad
80Spoorthi ChavaUniversity of HyderabadHyderabad
81Karnati sai riteshVardhaman college of engeeneringHyderabad
82Akhilasree VishnubhatlaVardhaman College of EngineeringHyderabad
83Raja HimanaVardhaman College of EngineeringHyderabad
84Varsita Sai YeddulaVardhaman College of EngineeringHyderabad
85Chakshu Varma AkkalaVasavi College of EngineeringHyderabad
86Parveda AneeshVasavi College of EngineeringHyderabad
87Tekula Sahasra ReddyVasavi College of EngineeringHyderabad
88Lukka ShrikarVasavi college of engineeringHyderabad
89Sadhu KowshikVasavi college of engineeringHyderabad
90Vemula Pavan DattaVasavi College of EngineeringHyderabad
91Garikapati SravyaVidhya Jyothi Institute Of TechnologyHyderabad
92Abdullah Aarif ShaikhVidya Jyothi Institute of TechnologyHyderabad
93Munnangi CharaniVignan’s Foundation for Scince, Technology & ResearchHyderabad
94Samala Sai ShivaniVignana Bharathi Institute of TechnologyHyderabad
95Venna ManasaVNR Vignana Jyothi Institute of Engineering and TechnologyHyderabad
96Gajji RohanVNR Vignana Jyothi Institute of Engineering and TechnologyHyderabad
97Purusharth MishraVNR Vignana Jyothi Institute of Engineering and TechnologyHyderabad
98Vutukuri ChohithVNR Vignana Jyothi Institute of Engineering and TechnologyHyderabad
99Patakuntla Amarnadh ReddyWoxsen UniversityHyderabad

Generative AI Video Gallery

Sample Videos generated by Participants.