Benitha Christinal J | Computer Science | Women Researcher Award

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Mrs. Benitha Christinal J | Computer Science | Women Researcher Award

Assistant Professor | Presidency University | India

Mrs. Benitha Christinal J is an accomplished academic and researcher specializing in Computer Science and Engineering with a strong focus on Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning, and Internet of Things (IoT). She has extensive professional experience in higher education, demonstrating excellence in teaching, curriculum development, and academic coordination. Her research interests include deep learning applications for cybersecurity, decentralized systems, and intelligent data analysis. She has published numerous papers in reputed international journals such as Oxidation Communications, Ain Shams Engineering Journal, Journal of Supercomputing, and Optical Fiber Technology, addressing challenges in areas like federated learning, SDN-IoT security frameworks, and evolutionary intrusion detection systems. She has also presented her work at several international conferences, contributing to advancements in AI-based healthcare, blockchain-enabled sustainability, and smart network optimization. A published author of a textbook on Database Management Systems, she has guided multiple undergraduate and postgraduate projects that have gained recognition at academic and professional levels. Her technical proficiency spans programming languages like Python, Java, and C++, and tools for web and data driven applications. Beyond research and teaching, she has been actively involved in organizing academic events, fostering industry collaborations, and mentoring students toward innovation. Her commitment to advancing technology education and research underscores her vision of shaping the next generation of computer science professionals through excellence, creativity, and applied intelligence.

Profiles: Scopus | Orcid

Featured Publications

Benitha Christinal, J., Betsee Natasha, A., Nivethitha, M., Asmitha, E., & Kaviya, N. (2025). A modern generative AI framework for Alzheimer detection leveraging autoencoders and softmax classifier. In Proceedings of the 3rd International Conference on Augmented Intelligence and Sustainable Systems (ICAISS 2025). IEEE.

Benitha Christinal, J., Jagadeesh, S., Ajai, M., Lakshman, A., & Betsee Natasha, A. (2025). Memory Montage: Amnesia support appa. In Proceedings of the International Conference on Emerging Trends in Engineering and Technology (ICETET 2025). IEEE.

Benitha Christinal, J., & Ameelia Roseline, A. (2025, September). Securing SDON with hybrid evolutionary intrusion detection system: An ensemble algorithm for feature selection and classification. Optical Fiber Technology, 104206.

Benitha Christinal, J., Chandran, V., Srinic, J., & Prasannasrinivasan, A. (2024). A distributed node clustering coalition game for mobile ad hoc networks. In Proceedings of the Asia Pacific Conference on Innovation in Technology (APCIT 2024). IEEE.

Sumanth, V., Anitha, K., Christinal, J. B., Sekhar, G. S., Khekare, G., Patil, H., Kumar, N. M., & Rajaram, A. (2024). Advanced communications and networking for environmental protection monitoring in remote wilderness areas. Journal of Environmental Protection and Ecology, 25(3), 1012–1023.

Manjunath BR | Machine Learning | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Manjunath BR | Machine Learning | Best Researcher Award

Professor | Tecnologico De Monterrey | Mexico

Prof. Dr. Manjunath BR is an accomplished academic leader and finance professional specializing in business analytics, financial modeling, econometrics, fintech, and artificial intelligence applications in finance. With extensive experience across academia and industry, he has contributed significantly to advancing data-driven financial education and research. His expertise spans financial analytics, investment management, corporate restructuring, and data visualization using advanced tools such as EViews, R, Python, Tableau, and Power BI. He has published extensively in ABDC, Scopus, UGC, and peer-reviewed journals, focusing on the intersection of finance, data science, and technology. As a researcher and educator, he integrates predictive analytics and machine learning into financial decision-making, contributing to the understanding of fintech adoption, banking innovations, and risk management. His academic leadership includes curriculum design, faculty development, and corporate collaborations to enhance experiential learning. He has served as a resource person for numerous international workshops and training programs on financial analytics, econometrics, and data visualization, empowering professionals and students with analytical and quantitative skills. Dr. Manjunath has authored and edited several books with leading global publishers, covering transformative areas such as AI in management education, blockchain economics, sustainable investment, and Quality 5.0 paradigms. He has also secured a patent for the application of AI in optimizing HR data management and authored a textbook on machine and deep learning. His professional journey embodies innovation, interdisciplinary scholarship, and a commitment to integrating technology with finance to foster global academic and industry excellence.

Profiles: Scopus | Orcid | Google Scholar

Featured Publications

Raju, J. K., Manjunath, B. R., & Rehaman, M. (2018). An empirical study on the effect of gross domestic product on inflation: Evidence from Indian data. Academy of Accounting and Financial Studies Journal, 22(6), 1–11.

Raju, J. K., Manjunath, B. R., & Dhakal, M. H. (2015). Impact and challenges of merger and acquisition in Nepalese banking and financial institutions. Journal of Exclusive Management Science, 4(8), 25–33.

Raju, J. K., Manjunath, B. R., & G. M. M. N. (2015). Performance evaluation of Indian equity mutual fund schemes. Journal of Business Management & Social Sciences Research (JBM&SSR).

Manjunath, B. R., & Raju, J. K. (2020). Short-run performance evaluation of under-priced Indian IPOs. Law and Financial Markets Review.

Chaitra, R., Manjunath, B. R., & Rehaman, M. (2019). An analysis of pre and post-merger of Indian banks: An event analysis approach. International Journal for Research in Engineering Application & Management, 4.

Abdelrhman BASSIOUNY | Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Abdelrhman BASSIOUNY | Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence | Best Researcher Award

University of Bremen Germany

Abdelrhman Bassiouny is a passionate Egyptian robotics researcher specializing in marine robotics, autonomous systems, and AI-powered disassembly. With international experience across Germany, France, and Egypt, he combines technical mastery in robotics with a strong academic background. He thrives in hands-on innovation, contributing to cutting-edge projects from underwater VSLAM to robotic e-waste disassembly. 🌊🤖

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🎓 Education

Abdelrhman is currently completing his Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Degree in Marine & Maritime Intelligent Robotics (MIR), where he studied at Université de Toulon (France) and Universidad Jaume I (Spain). He graduated with honors in Mechatronics & Automation Engineering from Ain Shams University, Egypt. He also expanded his knowledge through specialized online courses in Deep Learning, Self-Driving Cars, and Project Management. 📘🌍
🔗 Master MIR Program
🔗 Ain Shams University

🛠️ Experience

Abdelrhman brings versatile research and teaching experience:

  • Master Thesis Intern at University of Bremen (Germany): Developed a query interface and machine learning pipeline for NEEMs robotics database.

  • Underwater VSLAM Intern at Laboratoire COSMER (France): Benchmarked SLAM algorithms using BlueROV in collaboration with IFREMER.

  • Research Assistant at Ain Shams University (Egypt): Led autonomous robotic disassembly projects, winning 3rd place in Robothon 2021.

  • Teaching Assistant at Ain Shams University: Taught ROS-based robotic control and supervised final-year projects.
    🌐 LinkedIn | 🌍 Personal Website

🔬 Research Interests

Abdelrhman’s research centers on:

  • Autonomous Robotics & Human-Robot Interaction 🤝

  • Symbolic Reasoning & Knowledge Representation 🧠

  • Underwater SLAM and Marine Robotics 🌊

  • E-waste Disassembly Automation using AI ♻️

  • ROS, TensorFlow, and Vision-based Robotics 📷

🏆 Awards

  • 🥇 Best Scientific Methodology Award – RoboCup MSL 2022 (Thailand)
    ➤ RoboCup 2022 History

  • 🥈 Runner-Up – MIR Championship – Guerledus Challenge 2022
    ➤ Challenge Info

  • 🥉 3rd Place + Lightning Speed Award – Robothon Grand Challenge 2021 (TUM, Germany)
    ➤ Robothon Video

📚 Publications Top Notes: 

Prompt: Publications with hyperlinks, published year, journal (if applicable), and citation details in paragraph form.

Abdelrhman has authored two impactful research publications related to robotic disassembly of electronic waste:

“Comparison of Different Computer Vision Approaches for E-waste Components Detection to Automate E-waste Disassembly” (2021) – This paper evaluates vision-based algorithms for component detection, supporting more efficient and sustainable e-waste recycling.
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“Autonomous Non-Destructive Assembly/Disassembly of Electronic Components using A Robotic Arm” (2021) – Introduced a robotic system for semi-destructive disassembly using ROS and vision systems.
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📈 Cited by: Google Scholar results