I am Dr. K. Palanikumar, currently serving as Senior Professor and Principal at Sri Sai Ram Institute of Technology, Chennai. With over 33 years of teaching and research experience, I have guided 21 Ph.D. scholars and co-supervised six more. I was honored with the AICTE National Best Teacher Award and recognized among the world’s top 2% scientists by Stanford University.

My research interests include Artificial Intelligence in Manufacturing, Modern Manufacturing, Optimization, Simulation, and Modeling. I have actively contributed to IEEE, expanding student and professional memberships, securing grants, and organizing international and national conferences. My efforts have strengthened IEEE’s academic and industry presence.

I have also played a key role in accreditation and quality assurance, leading Sri Sai Ram Institute of Technology to achieve NAAC A+ accreditation and NBA recognition for all eligible programs. I am deeply committed to Outcome-Based Education (OBE) and institutional quality enhancement through IQAC initiatives. Through my work, I strive to advance academic excellence, research innovation, and professional growth, fostering a dynamic learning environment for students and faculty alike.