1. Academic Achievements:
• PhD: MHRD Fellowship (2013 – 2018)
• GATE Qualification: 2011
• Appreciation for Software Development: Vimal Jyothi Engineering College (2009)

2. Administrative Roles:
• Programme Coordinator, BTech in Computer Science & Design, Vimal Jyothi Engineering College (2023)
• Head of the Department, Computer Science & Engineering, Vimal Jyothi Engineering College (2020 – 2023)

3. Coordination and Mentoring Roles:
• Techfest Faculty Coordinator, School of Computer Science & Engineering, VIT-AP University (2024)
• Core Member, Arts and Sports Cultural Fest, VIT-AP University (2024)
• Core Team Member, Sixth International Conference on Computational Intelligence & Data Engineering, VIT-AP University (2024)
• Coordinator and Mentor of Software Development, Archdiocese of Tellicherry, Thalassery, Kerala (2022)
• Course Coordinator, NME-ICT Sponsored Workshop on C and C++, Teaching Learning Centre (ICT), IIT Bombay (2022)
• National Level Techfest Coordinator, Vimal Jyothi Engineering College (2022)
• Convenor of CSI Sponsored FDP on Advances in Natural Language Processing using AI – Vimal Jyothi Engineering College (2022)
• Convenor of CSI Sponsored FDP on Machine Learning with its Mathematical Foundations – Vimal Jyothi Engineering College (2021)

1.Granted Patent: IoT Based Solar Powered Plant Health Monitoring Device, Design No.: 410786-001, Date of publication: 02/05/2024.

2.Granted Patent: An Intelligent Sensor Based Biodegradable Waste Collection Unit, Design No.: 388951-001, Date of publication: 23/06/2023.

3. Best Paper Award at IEEE International Conference on Computing, Communication and Green Engineering (CCGE) for the paper ” Electronic Health Record using Blockchain “, (Paper ID: 51), Akansha Jain, Arihant Jain, Ishita Chakraborty, 23rd -25th September, Rajarshi Shahu College of Engineering, Tathawade, Pune.

4. Best Paper Award at 2nd International Conference on Emerging Technologies in data mining and Information Security, (IEMIS 2020) for the paper ” An Optimization Algorithm for IoT Enabled Technology”, (Paper ID: 158), Ishita Chakraborty, Prodipto Das, 2nd-4th July,2020, Institute of Engineering &Management, Kolkata.

1. Reviewer of IEEE Transactions on Circuits and Systems I: Regular Papers.
2. Reviewer of Journal of Super Computing, Springer.

Reviewer Recognition – Springer and Elsevier Journals Acknowledged for critical peer reviews and valuable feedback supporting high-quality publication standards in journals focusing on AI, smart agriculture, and IoT.

Invited Speaker – National Workshop on Smart Farming Technologies Delivered expert talk on the role of AI and IoT in modern agriculture, focusing on real-time irrigation systems and sustainable farming practices.

UGC NET JRF & SRF

1. Youngest Lecturer at Croydon College & Croydon University Centre
Recognized as the youngest faculty member to lead game design, animation, and UX programs, contributing to academic innovation and curriculum development at an early career stage.

2. UK Government Digital Education Grant Awarded for pioneering advancements in digital education, integrating UX methodologies, game accessibility, and cutting-edge teaching strategies to enhance student learning experiences.

3. Innovative Game Design Award – Kingston University Game Jam 2024 Won for developing a groundbreaking Lidar-scanning gameplay mechanic, revolutionizing artistic exploration, spatial interaction, and immersive storytelling in gaming.

4. BETT London Roundtable Speaker – AI in Education Selected as a key speaker at BETT London, engaging in discussions on AI’s transformative impact on education, student engagement, and future learning methodologies.

5. 24FPS National Game & Animation Excellence Award (2021, 2022, 2023)
Achieved national recognition in the prestigious 24FPS competition, showcasing exceptional game mechanics, visual storytelling, and animation expertise.

Dr. Shushrutha K S is a distinguished academician and researcher in electromagnetics, antenna design, and array signal processing. He played a key role in establishing the Centre of Excellence in Smart Antenna Systems and Measurement at RV College of Engineering (RVCE), where he continues to drive innovation in next-generation communication and radar systems.

He holds a Ph.D. in Electromagnetics & Array Signal Processing from Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) and an M.Tech in Communication Systems from RVCE, VTU. His contributions include an Indian patent in array signal processing and 40 publications in IEEE Society journals, covering Antennas and Propagation, Microwave Theory and Techniques, and Communications.
As a co-researcher, Dr. Shushrutha leads funded projects under CSIR-NAL and CARS-LRDE and collaborates with startups such as GalaxEye, WavComm, and Namorama Technologies to advance cutting-edge technologies in the field.

As a faculty researcher in engineering and applied physics, my passion lies in unraveling the complexities of materials through defect characterization using positrons and lifetime spectroscopy. My doctoral research focused on Topological Insulators, where I successfully demonstrated the existence of a positron surface state using Positron Annihilation induced Auger Electron Spectroscopy (PAES). This was a first-of-its-kind measurement, opening new avenues for understanding these novel materials. My master’s work involved measuring the low energy tail in a spectrum down to 0 eV using APECS at Brookhaven National Lab.

Currently, I’m engaged in exciting projects. One, funded by UGC-DAE CSR, utilizes Positron lifetime spectroscopy to investigate inter-granular corrosion. The other, a BIRAC project, aims to develop an innovative ultrasonic dental scaler tip using laser surface texturing and ceramic coatings. These projects allow me to combine my research interests with practical applications.

Teaching is another core aspect of my professional life. During my previous tenures, I teach physics to undergraduate students and have introduced new global elective courses like Thin Film Nano-Device Fabrication Technology and Introduction to Astrophysics. I strive to create a student-centric learning environment and mentor students in research projects. My dedication to teaching has been recognized through publications and participation in faculty development programs. I’m committed to fostering a new generation of scientists and engineers equipped with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills.