Bharati Vidyapeeth's College of Engineering for Women, Pune - 43 | India

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Early Academic Pursuits

Her academic journey began with a strong foundation in electronics and telecommunication. Born on July 31, 1986,she pursued her secondary education at M.E.S VPs Balvikas Mandir, Baramati, securing a first class. She further excelled in her higher secondary education at S.P Women’s College, Shardanagar, achieving a distinction.

Her undergraduate studies at Pune University culminated in a Bachelor of Engineering (E&TC) degree, where she graduated with a distinction, scoring 69.33% in her final year. Her academic rigor continued as she pursued a Master's in Engineering (E&TC) with a focus on VLSI and Embedded Systems from MIT College of Engineering, Pune. Her commitment to excellence was evident as she secured a first-class degree with a CGPA of 7.57.

Professional Endeavors

Her professional career began as a software engineer at Mobien Technologies Pvt Ltd, Pune, where she worked from August 2008 to February 2009. This role provided her with valuable experience in software development, further enriching her technical skills. She briefly worked as a faculty member at GTEC Computer Education Institute, Pune, before embarking on a long-standing career in academia.

Since July 2009,she has been serving as an Assistant Professor in the E&TC department at Bharati Vidyapeeth’s College of Engineering for Women, Pune. Her extensive teaching experience spans over 14 years, during which she has taught various theory and practical subjects, including Cellular Networks, Digital Image Processing, and Database Management Systems. Her role extends beyond teaching, involving significant administrative responsibilities such as serving as the Laboratory Incharge and Departmental Library Coordinator.

Contributions and Research Focus in Artificial Intelligence

Her contributions to the field of electronics and telecommunication are notable. Her research primarily focuses on image processing, medical image fusion, and the application of transform techniques. She has presented and published several papers in national and international conferences and journals. Some of her notable publications include:

• "A Survey of Medical Image Fusion Algorithms" presented at the Emerging Trends in Electronics and Telecommunication conference at MITCOE, Pune.
• "Image Fusion Based on Transformation Techniques" presented at the International Conference on Electronics and Communication Engineering in Pune.
• "An Improved Image Fusion Algorithm Based on the Second Generation Curvelet Transform Using Maximum Selection Rule" presented at the e-PGCON-2013 Conference in Loni, Ahmednagar.

Accolades and Recognition

Throughout her career, she has been recognized for her dedication and excellence in both academic and administrative roles. She has coordinated numerous workshops, seminars, and technical events, significantly contributing to the professional development of her students. Her role as a coordinator in various capacities, including the Human Values Workshop under the Art of Living and the NAAC Criteria 4 committee, highlights her commitment to fostering a holistic educational environment.

Impact and Influence

Her influence extends beyond her immediate academic duties. As the Institute Level Co-Coordinator of the Human Values Workshop, she has played a pivotal role in instilling essential values and ethics among students. Her coordination of the Electronics and Telecommunication Students Association (ETSA) has facilitated numerous technical and non-technical seminars, enriching the learning experience for students.

Her technical expertise and innovative teaching methods have left a lasting impact on her students, many of whom have gone on to excel in their professional careers.her guidance as a counselor and guardian faculty member has been instrumental in the personal and academic development of her students.

Legacy and Future Contributions

• Image Fusion based on Wavelet Transform for Medical Application
• Innovative image fusion algorithm based on fast discrete curvelet transform with different fusion rules
• Object Sorting by Robotic Arm Using Image Processing
• Innovative multilevel image fusion algorithm using combination of transform domain and spatial domain methods with comparative analysis of wavelet and curvelet transform
• Recognition using palm vein detection

Manipal Academy of Higher Education | India

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Early Academic Pursuits

His academic journey began with an intense passion for computer science and engineering. Residing at G-003, Shri Ram Suhaana,  Doddaballapur Road, Yelahanka, Bengaluru, Karnataka, Pin: 560064, he embarked on his educational pursuits with the goal of excelling in his chosen field. His academic endeavors led him to pursue a Ph.D. at the National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela), where he was a Research Scholar under the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD) from January 2012 to December 2015. His research excellence was further recognized through an Erasmus Mundus Research Fellowship at the University of Groningen in the Netherlands for six months.

Professional Endeavors

With 19 years of professional experience, his career encompasses both research and teaching. He currently serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Bengaluru. Previously, he held the position of Associate Professor at the Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Vellore, and GITAM Deemed to be University, Visakhapatnam. His teaching career also includes significant stints at Gayatri Vidya Parishad College of Engineering for Women, ANITS, P K A College of Engineering, and Silicon Institute of Technology.

Contributions and Research Focus in Artificial Intelligence

his research interests are diverse and impactful, focusing on pattern recognition, optical character recognition, image processing, computer vision, feature extraction and classification, and artificial intelligence. He has made significant contributions to these fields through numerous research publications in esteemed journals. Notable works include studies on the prediction of chlorophyll accumulation in oceans, seizure identification during pregnancy, and the use of modern computational methods in Alzheimer's disease detection and prediction.

Accolades and Recognition

His dedication and contributions have earned him numerous accolades and recognition. He received research grants totaling over INR 30 Lakhs from the Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB), Government of India, and additional grants from VIT Vellore and various hackathon competitions. His innovative work was acknowledged through awards at the Smart India Hackathon in both 2022 and 2023, and he has been recognized for his excellence in internal hackathons and project innovation contests.

Impact and Influence

His work has had a profound impact on both academia and industry. His research has influenced policy-making, particularly in areas related to technology and its applications in healthcare and agriculture. His teaching has shaped the careers of numerous students who have gone on to make significant contributions in various fields. As a Head of the Department (HoD) and in-charge HoD at various institutions, he has played a crucial role in academic planning and the development of innovative curricula.

Legacy and Future Contributions

• Real time human action recognition using triggered frame extraction and a typical CNN heuristic
• A comparative analysis of image transformations for handwritten Odia numeral recognition
• Human Recognition System for outdoor videos using Hidden Markov Model
• Highly efficient wireless energy harvesting system using metamaterial based compact CP antenna
• Model Based Odia Numeral Recognition using Fuzzy Aggregated Features