Banaja Mohanty | Energy | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Banaja Mohanty | Energy | Best Researcher Award

Veer Surendra Sai University of Technology | India

Dr. Banaja Mohanty is an accomplished Associate Professor at Veer Surendra Sai University of Technology (VSSUT), Burla, with a strong academic and research foundation in engineering and technology. With 47 published documents and 1,638 citations received from 1,270 referenced works, she has achieved an impressive h-index of 17, reflecting her consistent research impact in her field. Her scholarly contributions encompass areas such as renewable energy systems, power electronics, and smart grid technologies, with a particular focus on sustainable and efficient energy solutions. Dr. Mohanty has guided several research projects and collaborated with industry and academic partners to promote innovation-driven learning. She has contributed to leading SCI and Scopus-indexed journals, participated in national and international conferences, and has served as a reviewer and editorial board member for reputed journals. Her active involvement in academic development and mentoring young researchers has strengthened the research culture within her institution. Dr. Mohanty’s achievements are marked by her dedication to scientific excellence, innovation, and knowledge dissemination. Her continued commitment to advancing research in emerging technologies underscores her reputation as a distinguished academic and researcher, contributing significantly to the scientific community.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Scopus

Featured Publications

Mohanty, B., Panda, S., & Hota, P. K. (2014). Controller parameters tuning of differential evolution algorithm and its application to load frequency control of multi-source power system. International Journal of Electrical Power & Energy Systems, 54, 77–85.

Panda, S., Mohanty, B., & Hota, P. K. (2013). Hybrid BFOA–PSO algorithm for automatic generation control of linear and nonlinear interconnected power systems. Applied Soft Computing, 13(12), 4718–4730.

Mohanty, B., Panda, S., & Hota, P. K. (2014). Differential evolution algorithm based automatic generation control for interconnected power systems with non-linearity. Alexandria Engineering Journal, 53(3), 537–552.

Hota, P. K., & Mohanty, B. (2016). Automatic generation control of multi source power generation under deregulated environment. International Journal of Electrical Power & Energy Systems, 75, 205–214.

Mohanty, B., & Tripathy, S. (2016). A teaching learning based optimization technique for optimal location and size of DG in distribution network. Journal of Electrical Systems and Information Technology, 3(1), 33–44.

Major Singh Goraya | Computer Science | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Major Singh Goraya | Computer Science | Best Researcher Award

Sant Longowal Institute of Engineering and Technology | India

Dr. Major Singh Goraya is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at Sant Longowal Institute of Engineering and Technology (SLIET), Longowal. He holds a Ph.D. from Punjabi University, complemented by strong academic foundations in computer engineering. His primary research areas include cloud computing, resource management, green computing, fault tolerance, and load balancing. With 27 Scopus-indexed publications, 460 citations across 399 documents, and an h-index of 10, Dr. Goraya has made consistent scholarly contributions to high-performance and sustainable computing. His studies have explored dynamic resource allocation, energy-efficient scheduling frameworks, and deep learning-based optimization techniques. He has supervised several Ph.D. and M.Tech. research scholars and continues to guide emerging researchers in cloud resource efficiency and intelligent computation. His international exposure through conferences in the UK, Canada, and Malaysia reflects his active engagement in global research forums. In addition, he has successfully organized numerous academic workshops, conferences, and training programs. Dr. Goraya’s innovative contributions strengthen the integration of artificial intelligence and cloud technology, promoting scalable and eco-efficient computational solutions that advance modern computer engineering research.

Profiles: Scopus | Orcid | Google Scholar

Featured Publications

Goyal, N., Singh, T., & Goraya, M. S. (2025). Deep convolutional neural networks vs. vision transformers for video-based human activity recognition. In Proceedings of Lecture Notes in Computer Science (pp. xx–xx). Springer.

Singh, J., & Goraya, M. S. (2023). An autonomous multi-agent framework using quality of service to prevent service level agreement violations in cloud environment. International Journal of Advanced Computer Science and Applications, 14(3).

Goyal, N., Goraya, M. S., & Singh, T. (2023). An axiomatic analysis for object detection and recognition using deep learning. In Smart Innovation, Systems and Technologies (pp. xx–xx). Springer.

Thakur, A., & Goraya, M. S. (2022). A workload and machine categorization-based resource allocation framework for load balancing and balanced resource utilization in the cloud. International Journal of Grid and High Performance Computing, 14(2).

Hasan, M., Goraya, M. S., & Garg, T. (2022). E-FFTF: An extended framework for flexible fault tolerance in cloud. In Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems (pp. xx–xx). Springer.

Muthupriya P | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Muthupriya P | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Sri Krishna College of Engineering and Technology -India

Author Profile

Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. P. Muthupriya embarked on his academic journey with a strong foundation in Civil Engineering. He completed his B.E. in Civil Engineering from Sri Krishna College of Technology, Coimbatore, in 2000, followed by an M.E. in Structural Engineering from Government College of Technology, Coimbatore, in 2002. His academic excellence was underscored by his exceptional performance in the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE-2000), where he secured an impressive score.

Professional Endeavors

Dr. Muthupriya began his professional career as a Lecturer at Sri Krishna College of Technology, Coimbatore, in 2003. Over the years, he progressed through various academic positions, including Senior Lecturer and Assistant Professor, before assuming the role of Associate Professor at Karunya University, Coimbatore, in 2014. Currently, he serves as Professor and Head at Dr. N.G.P. Institute of Technology, Coimbatore, a position he has held since June 2016.

Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Muthupriya’s research interests span a wide array of disciplines within Civil Engineering, focusing particularly on earthquake-resistant structures, disaster management, environmental safety, and sustainable construction materials. His prolific research output is evidenced by his substantial publication record, with 138 publications to date. He has also secured numerous grants, totaling over Rs. 16,80,500, for organizing conferences and workshops on critical civil engineering topics.

Accolades and Recognition

Throughout his career, Dr. Muthupriya has garnered significant recognition for his contributions to the field. His efforts have been acknowledged through grants from prestigious organizations such as the Ministry of Earth Sciences, Defence Research and Development Organization, Indian Space Research Organization, and more. He is a recipient of various awards and honors, highlighting his dedication to advancing civil engineering knowledge and practice.

Impact and Influence

Dr. Muthupriya’s impact extends beyond his research and academic achievements. He has conducted numerous sponsored workshops, seminars, and conferences, exceeding 50 in number. These events have not only facilitated knowledge dissemination but also fostered collaboration among professionals and researchers in civil engineering and related fields.

Legacy and Future Contributions

As a seasoned educator and researcher, Dr. Muthupriya continues to shape the future of civil engineering through his teaching, research, and organizational leadership. His emphasis on sustainability, disaster resilience, and innovation sets a precedent for future generations of engineers. Moving forward, he aims to further expand his research initiatives, collaborate on international projects, and mentor young scholars in the field.Dr. P. Muthupriya’s journey exemplifies unwavering commitment, scholarly excellence, and impactful contributions to civil engineering, marking him as a distinguished figure in the academic and professional community. His legacy of innovation and dedication continues to inspire and shape the future of the discipline.

Citations

A total of 160 citations for his publications, demonstrating the impact and recognition of his research within the academic community.

  • Citations        160
  • h-index           15
  • i10-index        5

Notable Publications 

Structural equation modeling the environment, psychology, social relationships against physical health in determination quality of elderly community surabaya

BW Otok, D Sustrami, P Hastuti, SW Purnami, A Suharsono
International Journal of Civil Engineering and Technology
Response spectrum analysis and design of case study building

S Nair, DG Hemalatha, DP Muthupriya
International Journal Of Civil Engineering And Technology (Ijciet)
Fly-ash and GGBS based geo-polymer concrete with granite powder as partial replacement of M-Sand for sustainability

BG Vishnuram, P Muthupriya, A Dhanalakshmi, AL Margret
Materials Today: Proceedings
Utilization of industrial waste perlite powder and vermiculite in self compacting concrete

P Muthupriya, KS Shobana
Int. J. Eng. Res. Technol
Experimental investigation on e-waste plastic (PVC wires) bricks

P Muthupriya, B VigneshKumar, VK Shankar
Materials Today: Proceedings