Benitha Christinal J | Computer Science | Women Researcher Award

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.

Anayo Ikegwu | Software Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Anayo Ikegwu | Software Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Lecturer at Veritas University Abuja, Nigeria

Dr. Anayo Chukwu Ikegwu is a dynamic academic, researcher, and IT consultant with deep expertise in Big Data Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Cybersecurity, and Mobile Health Computing. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science (Big Data Analytics) from Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike and is currently concluding a second Ph.D. in Cybersecurity at the same institution.

Profile:

Areas of Interest:

  • Big Data Analytics / Data Science

  • Machine Learning / Artificial Intelligence

  • Cybersecurity

  • Mobile Health Computing

Academic Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. in Cybersecurity (in view), 2024 – Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike

  • Ph.D. in Computer Science (Big Data Analytics), 2017–2023 – AE-FUNAI

  • M.Sc. in Information Technology, 2015–2017 – NOUN

  • B.Sc. in Computer Science, 2008–2012 – Ebonyi State University

  • WAEC/NECO, 1999–2004 – Urban Model Secondary School

  • FSLCE, 1990–1995 – Ole Okibe Primary School

Current Position:

Lecturer I – Veritas University, Abuja
Postgraduate Committee Member – Department of Computer and Information Technology
Faculty Journal & Conference Committee Member – Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences

Recent Positions:

  • Facilitator – National Open University of Nigeria (2024–Present)

  • Data Science Trainer – Veritas University (2024)

  • Senior Consultant – AIC-Analyst Info. Consulting Ltd (2018–2023)

  • ICT HOD/Facilitator – DoveNet eSolutions Ltd (2015–2017)

Professional Memberships:

  • Member, Nigeria Computer Society (NCS)

  • Member, Nigeria Foundation for Artificial Intelligence (NFAI)

  • Member, IEEE

  • Member, ACM

  • State Organising Secretary, NOUN Alumni Association

Technical Skills:

Python, MS Office, PHP/MySQL, Oracle 11g, WordPress, CorelDraw, Photoshop, Visual Studio, Google Workspace, Canva

Interpersonal Strengths:

  • Problem-solving through analytics

  • Strong communication & mentoring skills

  • Conflict resolution & team management

Certifications:

  • Oracle Certified Administrator – AfriHUB Nigeria

  • Digital Marketing Professional – Google

  • Jobberman Soft Skills Training – 2022

  • Certificates of Excellence in Reviewing – IEEE, Springer, Elsevier, and others

Academic Supervision:

  • Master’s Projects: Completed (1), Ongoing (2)

  • PGD Projects: Completed (1)

  • Undergraduate: Numerous

Publications & Research Impact:

  • Peer-Reviewed Journals: 15

  • Conference Papers: 9

  • Book Chapters: 2

  • Mini Book & Thesis Works: 3

  • Google Scholar Citations: 439 (h-index: 5)

  • Scopus Citations: 253 (h-index: 5(6))

Extracurricular Activities:

  • Public speaking on career development

  • Interactive game design for children

  • Sports (swimming), reading, travelling

Citation Metrics:

  • Total Citations: 455

  • Citations since 2020: 452

  • h-index: 5

  • h-index since 2020: 5

  • i10-index: 5

  • i10-index since 2020: 5

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