Assist. Prof. Dr. Ali Alfayly | Machine Learning | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Ali Alfayly | Machine Learning | Best Researcher Award 

Assist. Prof. Dr. Ali Alfayly | Machine Learning | Public Authority of Applied Education and Training | Kuwait

Assist. Prof. Dr. Ali Hussain Alfayly, SMIEEE, is a highly accomplished Kuwaiti academic and researcher serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the College of Basic Education, Public Authority for Applied Education and Training (PAAET), Kuwait, where he has established himself as a prominent contributor to the fields of computer science, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, robotics, and educational technologies. He earned his Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Plymouth in the United Kingdom, building on his earlier M.Sc. in Advanced Computer Science from the University of Manchester, an M.Sc. in Computer and Network Technology, and a B.Sc. in Computer and Network Technology, both from Northumbria University. His professional career includes serving as Lecturer and Lab Demonstrator at the University of Plymouth in the United Kingdom and as a Network Engineer at Kuwait International Bank, experiences that equipped him with both academic and industry perspectives. Dr. Ali Hussain Alfayly’s research interests encompass Explainable Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, UAV systems, cybersecurity and network management, robotics, intelligent systems, and educational technology, reflecting a multidisciplinary approach aimed at solving real-world challenges.

Professional Profile: ORCID | Scopus

Selected Publications

  1. Detection of Fault Events in Software Tools Integrated with Human–Computer Interface Using Machine Learning, 2025 – Citations: 5

  2. Citizens’ Satisfaction Factors in E-Government Services: An Empirical Study from Kuwait, 2024 – Citations: 8

  3. Extended Technology Acceptance Model for Multimedia-Based Learning in Higher Education, 2022 – Citations: 12

  4. Challenges of Applying Semantic Web Approaches on E-Government Web Services: Survey, 2021 – Citations: 15

Dr. Sampath Dakshina Murthy Achanta | Machine Learning | Best Innovation Award

Dr. Sampath Dakshina Murthy Achanta | Machine Learning | Best Innovation Award 

Dr. Sampath Dakshina Murthy Achanta, Vignan’s Institute of Information Technology, India

Dr. Achanta Sampath Dakshina Murthy is a distinguished academic and innovator currently serving as a Senior Associate Professor in the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering at Vignan’s Institute of Information Technology (Autonomous), Visakhapatnam. He is also the Head of the Vignan Centre for Innovations and Start-ups. With a Ph.D. in Image Processing from KL University, Andhra Pradesh, Dr. Murthy brings a strong foundation in digital electronics, communication systems, and biomedical signal analysis. He has over nine years of teaching experience and one year of industry exposure. His contributions to academia include more than 70 research publications, 20 research awards, six granted patents, ten design patents, and multiple funded projects. His research interests encompass human motion analysis, biomedical image and video processing, and IoT-enabled assistive technologies. Notably, his doctoral work focused on intelligent gait analysis using AI-driven IoT sensors for fall prediction in physically challenged individuals. He actively mentors students, coordinates institutional quality assurance (IQAC), and fosters innovation through successful incubation projects like ScitiSense and Illuminisense. Recognized for his academic leadership and innovation ecosystem contributions, Dr. Murthy is also an editor of the “Futuristic Trends in IoT” book series and a reviewer on multiple editorial boards.

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🏆 Summary of Suitability: Best Innovation Award

Dr. Achanta Sampath Dakshina Murthy stands out as a trailblazer in academic innovation, applied research, and translational technology development, making him an ideal candidate for the Best Innovation Award. With a strong foundation in Image Processing, Biomedical Engineering, and IoT-enabled healthcare, his contributions are both technologically advanced and socially impactful.

🎓 Education

  • Ph.D. in Image Processing – 2023, KL University, Andhra Pradesh

  • M.Tech in Digital Electronics and Communication Systems – 2015, JNTU Kakinada

  • B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering – 2013, JNTU Kakinada

  • Intermediate (M.P.C) – 2009, Board of Intermediate, A.P

  • X (CBSE) – 2007, Central Board of Secondary Education, Delhi

💼 Work Experience

  • 👨‍🏫 Senior Associate Professor (From April 1, 2025 – Present)
    Vignan’s Institute of Information Technology (A), Visakhapatnam

  • 👨‍🏫 Associate Professor (Dec 27, 2023 – March 31, 2025)
    Same institute

  • 👨‍🏫 Assistant Professor (June 15, 2016 – Dec 26, 2023)

  • 🛠️ Technician, Nirmala Industries, Auto Nagar (June 1, 2015 – June 13, 2016)

Current Roles:

  • 🚀 Head, Vignan’s Centre for Innovations & Start-ups (Aug 19, 2024 – Present)

  • 🧪 Associate Dean, R&D (Feb 19, 2024 – Aug 19, 2024)

  • 🏛️ IQAC Coordinator (Oct 26, 2021 – May 31, 2025)

🏆 Achievements

  • 📜 Ph.D. Awarded in presence of Hon’ble Sri Ramnath Kovind & Governor of A.P (Nov 30, 2024)

  • 📩 Letter of Appreciation as ARIIA Coordinator by IIC for innovation & entrepreneurship efforts (2022–23)

  • 📘 Editor of “Futuristic Trends in IoT” – IIP Series, 2023

  • 🙌 Appreciation for Research & Innovation by Chairman Dr. Lavu Rathaiah Garu (May 2023)

  • 🧠 SYRF Membership, Scholars Academic & Scientific Society (2021)

  • 📜 Ratified as Assistant Professor by JNTU Kakinada (2016)

  • 🏅 Outstanding Academic Performance in B.Tech, Vizag Institute of Technology (2011)

🧬 Research, Awards & Innovations

  • 📈 Scopus h-index: 15

  • 📝 Research Papers Published: 70

  • 🏅 Research Awards: 20

  • 🧠 Patents: 4 Published | 6 Granted

  • 🧩 Design Patents: 10

  • ©️ Copyrights: 4

  • 📚 Books Published: 7

  • 📋 Editorial Board/Reviewer: 15

  • 🏵️ Certificates of Appreciation: 100+

💡 Project Grants

  1. 🥾 Smart Shoe project under STPI Chunauti 2.0 – ₹90,000 Grant (2022–2023)

  2. 🧬 ScitiSense startup incubated at MedTech CoE, STPI Lucknow (2024)

  3. 🌐 Illuminisense incubated at AIC STPI, Bengaluru – OCP 6.0 (2024)

Publication Top Notes:

Numerical Investigation Using Machine Learning Process Combination of Bio PCM and Solar Salt for Thermal Energy Storage Applications

A wireless IOT system towards gait detection technique using FSR sensor and wearable IOT devices

Machine Learning Algorithms for Anomaly Detection in IoT Networks

Prediction and Prevention of Malicious URL Using ML and LR Techniques for Network Security

An IoT-based agriculture maintenance using pervasive computing with machine learning technique

An automated detection of heart arrhythmias using machine learning technique: SVM

Executing CNN-LSTM Algorithm for Recognizable Proof of Cervical Spondylosis Infection on Spinal Cord MRI Image

Implementation of online and offline product selection system using FCNN deep learning: Product analysis