Advances in Communication and Applications: Proceedings of ERCICA 2024, Volume 2

Lalit Mohan Patnaik earned his PhD in 1978 in Real-Time Systems and an earned D.Sc. in 1989 in Computer Systems and Architectures from the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore. He was the Founding Vice Chancellor of the Defence Institute of Advanced Technology, Pune, from March 2008 to August 2011. With over forty years of experience, he has significantly contributed to computer science and engineering at IISc and is currently an INSA Honorary Scientist and Adjunct Professor at the National Institute of Advanced Studies, Bangalore, as well as the Pro Chancellor of GIET University, Gunupur, Odisha. Patnaik is a Life Fellow of the IEEE and a Fellow of several prestigious organizations, including the Indian National Science Academy and the Computer Society of India. His research interests include high-performance computing, soft computing, VLSI design, machine learning, and data analytics, with over 1,300 publications, including a widely cited paper in adaptive genetic algorithms. He has played a crucial role in the development of key organizations like CDAC and the National Brain Research Centre and initiated important conferences in the field. His contributions have earned him numerous awards, including the Dr. Vikram Sarabhai Research Award and the IEEE Computer Society Technical Achievement Award, highlighting his notable impact on Indian higher technical education

Ravikumar G. K. is an accomplished academic and industry professional with over 25 years of experience, 15 of which have been dedicated to teaching and research, while the remaining years have been spent in the industry. He holds a B.E. from SIT, Bangalore University, an M.Tech. from NITK Surathkal, and a Ph.D. from MGR University. As a pioneer in the field of Computer Science and Engineering, Dr. Ravikumar has successfully supervised 15 Ph.D. candidates and has filed 33 patents, with 8 granted, showcasing his contributions to cutting-edge innovations. His research interests focus primarily on Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence, and he has published more than 70 journal articles in these areas. Dr. Ravikumar has worked in the United States for over five years, gaining valuable international experience in both academia and industry. He currently serves as the Principal of BGSCET, where he continues to inspire and lead students and faculty in their pursuit of excellence in technology and research.

N. H. Prasad is currently the Principal of Aditya College of Engineering and Technology (ACET), Yelahanka, Bengaluru. He previously held positions as a Professor and Head of the Department of AIDS at BGSCET, Bengaluru, and as Head of the Department of Master of Computer Applications at Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology (NMIT), Bengaluru. He completed his Ph.D. at Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, India, and has over 21 years of experience in various roles within both the public and private sectors, including the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) and the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD), New Delhi, Government of India. Prof. Prasad has received prestigious accolades, including the “Dr. Abdul Kalam Lifetime Achievement Award” and a “Young Faculty” award at the 2nd Academic Brilliance Awards.