Current Role
Head of School for Advanced Study
Jun 2024 - Present
Zoho Schools of Learning
- Leads Zoho’s Honors Program, focused on developing future software architects through an interdisciplinary learning model.
- Designs and oversees a flexible curriculum enabling students to pursue multiple domains across Technology, Business, and Design.
- Defines and upholds rigorous academic standards for this highly selective program, with strong emphasis on self-directed learning and problem solving.
- Drives a strong project-based learning culture, where students apply learned knowledge to real-world, industry-relevant problems through hands-on projects.
Previous: Professor at Kongu Engineering College (Jun 1999 - Jun 2024)
Academic Leadership: 26+ years in education
Research and Publications
26
International Journal Publications
1
Authored Book
4
Consultancy Projects
8
Programs Organized
Notable Publication
"EWPS: Emergency Data Communication in the Internet of Medical Things" in the IEEE Internet of Things Journal (2021).
Qualifications
PhD in Information and Communication Engineering
Adhoc & Wireless Sensor Networks
M.E. (Master of Engineering)
Computer Science and Engineering
MCA (Master of Computer Applications)
Expertise
AI/ML
IoT Systems
Adhoc Networks
Sensor Networks
Network Architect
Software Architect
Strategic Planner
Key Achievements
- Crafting expertise through hands-on creation
- Published in international journals and conferences
- Led multiple research and consultancy projects
- Transitioned from 25-year academic to corporate education
- CCNA, CCNP, CCAI certified proffesional