Dr. AparnaRajesh Atmakuri | Cybersecurity | Women Researcher Award

Dr. AparnaRajesh Atmakuri, Keshav memorial engineering College, India

Dr. AparnaRajesh Atmakuri, also known as Aparna Manikonda, is an esteemed academician and researcher with over 19 years of teaching and 12+ years of research experience. She has made remarkable strides in cybersecurity, cloud computing, IoT, and data analytics. Currently serving as Associate Professor at Centurion University of Technology and Management, she has also held influential positions at institutions like Aryan Institute of Engineering and GNITC. With a strong foundation in Computer Science and Engineering, her work reflects a blend of innovation, dedication, and leadership. A prolific author, Dr. Aparna has published 32+ journal papers, authored multiple books, and holds patents on advanced tech innovations. Known for her contributions to research and curriculum development, she is the recipient of the Best Researcher and Inspiring Professor Awards. Her commitment to securing digital ecosystems and mentoring future technologists continues to influence academia and industry alike.

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Suitability Summary for the Women researcher Award

Dr. Aparna Rajesh Atmakuri, also known as Aparna Manikonda, is an exceptionally qualified candidate for the Research for Women Researcher Award, demonstrating a well-rounded and impactful career in academia and research over nearly two decades. With over 19 years of teaching experience and more than 12 years in active research, Dr. Aparna has consistently shown commitment to innovation, scholarly excellence, and educational leadership. Her roles, including HOD and Associate Professor across top-tier institutions in India, reflect a strong academic foundation and influential leadership capabilities.

Dr. Aparna’s academic credentials are fortified by a Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering from VTU, multiple certifications in programming and pedagogy (such as Sun Java and Mission10x), and a diverse portfolio of technical subjects taught at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Her research interests span critical and modern technological domains like cybersecurity, blockchain, IoT, cloud computing, and data mining, placing her work at the heart of contemporary computer science challenges. Notably, she has published over 32 research papers in reputed international journals and conferences (including SCI and Scopus indexed), authored three technical books, and delivered numerous talks and chaired sessions in international forums.

Education

Dr. AparnaRajesh holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering from VTU, Belagavi (2017–2023), where her research focused on cybersecurity and predictive systems. She earned her M.Tech with Honors in Computer Science from Biju Patnaik University of Technology (2008–2010) with a commendable CGPA of 9.04. Her academic journey began with a B.E. in Information Technology from the same university (2002–2006), where she secured the 7th rank. Alongside formal education, she has attained globally recognized certifications such as Sun Certified Java Programmer 1.5, Oracle Certified Associate/Professional (OCA/OCP), and Mission10X certification from Wipro. Her educational foundation has empowered her to excel in diverse teaching and research roles, equipping her with technical, analytical, and instructional prowess. Dr. Aparna’s blend of strong academic credentials and continued professional development positions her as a thought leader in emerging domains like blockchain, IoT, and cybersecurity.

Professional Experience

With a dynamic career spanning over 19 years, Dr. Aparna has held influential teaching and leadership roles at renowned institutions. Since July 2024, she has served as Associate Professor at Centurion University of Technology and Management. Prior to that, she was HOD and Associate Professor at Aryan Institute of Engineering and Technology (2019–2024), shaping academic policy and research culture. From 2017–2019, she was with GNITC, Hyderabad; and between 2014–2017, she served at CMRIT and BNMIT, Bangalore. Her earlier tenure at NMIT and NIST saw her playing pivotal roles in government-funded research projects. She has coordinated NBA and NAAC accreditations, supervised student projects, organized conferences, and delivered technical talks. Known for her visionary approach, Dr. Aparna blends deep academic insights with practical research implementations, contributing significantly to institution-building and tech-forward curricula.

Awards and Recognition

Dr. Aparna has earned numerous accolades for her academic and research excellence. In 2024, she was honored with the Inspiring Professor Award by Inspiring National Level Awards and the Best Researcher Award by HEAA for her groundbreaking work in cybersecurity and IoT. Her exceptional teaching at NIST earned her the Best Teacher Award for three consecutive years with a stellar student feedback score of 9.8. She was recognized with a publication honorarium and achieved branch-topper status in her M.Tech. program. Her academic journey is also marked by a 7th rank in her undergraduate degree. A prolific author, she has published 32+ international journal papers and 3 patents, besides authoring multiple technical books. She has chaired sessions at global conferences and delivered expert talks. Dr. Aparna’s contributions are a testament to her passion for education, mentorship, and disruptive technological innovation.

Research Skills On Cybersecurity

Dr. AparnaRajesh is a multi-disciplinary researcher skilled in cybersecurity, blockchain, cloud computing, and IoT. Her core expertise lies in developing secure and scalable architectures using advanced machine learning and encryption algorithms. She has actively contributed to DRDO-funded projects, including video summarization and real-time tracking systems, showcasing her hands-on research in defense applications. Her patents demonstrate deep proficiency in AI-based emotion detection, smart public transport, and IoT security. She excels in data mining, digital image processing, and network analysis. Her skill set includes formulating hybrid algorithms for energy-efficient cloud resource management and predictive cyber-attack models using Generative AI. These capabilities are complemented by her experience with industry-standard simulation tools, research publishing, and guiding postgraduate students. Her practical insights into both hardware and software components of secure systems make her a valuable asset to academic and R&D ecosystems.

  Publication Top Notes

• Title: An efficient approach towards robust routing in MANET
  Authors: M. Aparna, M. Reza, P. Sahu, S. Das
  Citation: 2012 International Conference on Communication Systems and Network Technologies
  Year: 2012

• Title: An adaptive load balancing strategy in cloud computing based on Map Reduce
  Authors: N. Sowmya, M. Aparna, P. Tijare, N. Nalini
  Citation: 2015 1st International Conference on Next Generation Computing Technologies
  Year: 2015

• Title: 3-phase leader election algorithm for distributed systems
  Authors: P. Chaparala, A. R. Atmakuri, S. S. S. Rao
  Citation: 2019 3rd International Conference on Computing Methodologies and Communication
  Year: 2019

• Title: Fine grained security in cloud with cryptographic access control
  Authors: A. Manikonda, N. Nalini
  Citation: 2021 International Conference on Advance Computing and Innovative Technologies in Engineering
  Year: 2021

• Title: A new method for controlling and maintaining topology in wireless sensor networks
  Authors: A. Zabi, T. Yousuf, A. Manikonda
  Citation: International Journal of Computer Networks & Communications, Volume 6, Issue 4, Page 91
  Year: 2014

• Title: A-ZHLS: adaptive ZHLS routing protocol for heterogeneous mobile adhoc networks
  Authors: M. V. Narayana, A. Atmakuri
  Citation: International Journal of Engineering & Technology, Volume 7, Issue 3, Pages 1626–1630
  Year: 2018

• Title: Adaptive enhancement of underwater images
  Authors: J. Majumdar, A. Manikonda, G. M. Venkatesh
  Citation: Proceedings of the Fourth International Conference on Signal and Image Processing
  Year: 2013

• Title: Energy Efficiency of Wireless Sensor Network by Topology Control Using MEMSIC
  Authors: M. Aparna, S. Behera, M. Reza, R. Jena, R. Atmakuri
  Citation: 2012 International Conference on Communication Systems and Network Technologies
  Year: 2012

• Title: Throughput analysis by varying the network size in mobile ad hoc network
  Authors: M. Aparna, M. Reza
  Citation: 2011 International Conference on Computational Intelligence and Communication Networks
  Year: 2011

• Title: A novel access control for cloud services using trust based design
  Authors: M. Aparna, N. Nalini
  Citation: International Conference on Inventive Computation Technologies, Pages 702–710
  Year: 2019