Mrs JANANI R S | Wireless Networking | Best Paper Award

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, Kongunadu college of Engineering, India

Dr. Janani Ramasamy Selvaraj is an accomplished academician and researcher specializing in Networking and Mobile Ad-hoc Networks (MANETs). With a Ph.D. from Anna University, Chennai, she has made significant contributions to optimizing communication systems and enhancing energy efficiency. Currently serving as a faculty member at Kongunadu College of Engineering and Technology, Trichy, Dr. Janani is recognized for her innovative research, professional memberships, and impactful publications.

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

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STRENGTHS FOR THE AWARD

1. Strong Academic Foundation: With a Ph.D. in progress from Anna University in Networking, alongside First-Class distinctions in both B.E. and M.E., the individual demonstrates academic excellence in their field.
2. Research Contributions: Published multiple high-quality papers in renowned journals such as Journal of Microelectronics, Electronic Components and Materials and Computer Applications in Engineering Education. These papers focus on energy efficiency in MANETs, innovative clustering methods for WSNs, and IoT, highlighting impactful and emerging topics in electronics and communication.
3. Industry and Teaching Experience: Over seven years of teaching experience at Kongunadu College of Engineering and Technology adds depth to their professional profile, showcasing a blend of academic and research-oriented teaching.
4. Professional Memberships: Active involvement in professional organizations such as the Institute of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering adds credibility and emphasizes their commitment to the field.
5. Citation and Indexing: Scopus-indexed papers and a consistent contribution to peer-reviewed research journals indicate global recognition of their work.

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENTS

1. Broader Collaboration: While the individual has co-authored papers, expanding their network to include international collaborations and interdisciplinary projects could enhance their profile.
2. Increased Citations: With limited citation counts, promoting their research through conferences and workshops can increase the impact and visibility of their work.
3. Diverse Research Areas: Exploring applications of their expertise in other domains like healthcare, AI-driven networks, or green technology could open doors to more opportunities and recognition.
4. Grants and Funding: Securing research grants or participating in funded projects would elevate their standing as a researcher capable of driving large-scale initiatives.

EDUCATION

🎓 Ph.D. (Networking): Anna University, Chennai (Pursuing since 2017).
🎓 M.E. (Applied Electronics): Anna University, Kongunadu College of Engineering and Technology, Trichy (2016, First Class).
🎓 B.E. (ECE): Anna University, Kongunadu College of Engineering and Technology, Trichy (2014, First Class).
🎓 XII: S.K.V. Matric Higher Sec School, M.Kandampalayam (2010, First Class).
🎓 X: S.K.V. Matric Higher Sec School, M.Kandampalayam (2008, First Class).

EXPERIENCE

💼 Faculty Member: Kongunadu College of Engineering and Technology, Trichy (June 2016 – Present).
💼 Specializes in teaching Applied Electronics and Networking.
💼 Guides students in research and practical applications of communication systems.
💼 Actively participates in institutional development and academic mentoring.

AWARDS AND HONORS

🏆 Best Paper Presentation: Multiple conferences for impactful research contributions.
🏆 Professional Membership: Institute of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering.
🏆 Research Citations: Recognized for contributions to MANET communication optimization with Scopus-indexed papers.
🏆 Institutional Excellence: Commended for enhancing student research capacities and academic programs.

RESEARCH FOCUS

🔬 Networking Optimization: Focusing on energy-efficient Mobile Ad-hoc Networks (MANETs).
🔬 Advanced Algorithms: Developing novel strategies like AOMDV with aging multi-population techniques.
🔬 Wireless Sensor Networks: Pioneering clustering methods for energy-balanced systems.
🔬 Emerging Technologies: Exploring IoT platforms and their applications in communication systems.

PUBLICATION TOP NOTES

📄 Optimization of MANETs Communication Using AOMDV With Aging Multi-Population Strategy (Journal of Microelectronics, 2024).
📄 Efficient MANET Testbed Deployment Using Aggregation-Based Optimization (Computer Applications in Engineering Education, 2023).
📄 Energy-Balanced WSN With Enhanced-DDCD Clustering Method (International Research Journal of Engineering and Technology, 2015).
📄 OpenCPU Platform for IoT Applications – A Study (IEEE TAP Energy Conference, 2017).

CONCLUSION

The individual’s strong academic background, relevant teaching experience, and notable research contributions in MANETs, WSNs, and IoT make them an excellent candidate for the Best Researcher Award. With a focus on expanding collaborations, increasing research impact, and exploring funded projects, their potential for future contributions is promising. Their dedication to advancing networking and electronics engineering solidifies their eligibility for this recognition.