SRMAP Events

Prof. Irudaya Rajan on Kerala Migration Survey
2023-04-19 14:00 (Asia/Kolkata) | S205, Conference Hall, New Academic Block
Migration has become a worldwide phenomenon in the 21st century. Migratory tendencies have been inherent in the context of Kerala, and it has been shaping the economic and social situation. The economic boom within the Gulf countries gave migration a considerable boost, reaching its peak in terms of both numbers and remittance. Ironically, Kerala, of late, is witnessing a reverse migration of labour. On this note, the Department of Economics is organising a distinguished lecture titled “Big Data on Migration” on April 19, 2024. Distinguished academician and scholar, Prof. Irudya Rajan, Chairman at The International Institute of Migration and Development (IIMAD), Thiruvananthapuram will deliver the lecture.
Join the lecture for a resourceful session!
Abstract
The first Kerala Migration Survey started in 1998 as a part of understanding the impact of migration on individuals, households, communities, the economy, and society using a stratified multistage random sampling of 10,000 households. Over the period of the last 25 years, our sample size has increased from 10000 in 1998 to 15000 in 2008 and 20000 in 2023. The estimates produced through this survey have become an important source for the Government of Kerala for its policy-making decisions regarding migration governance, particularly return migration during the COVID-19 crisis. Interestingly, Kerala model migration surveys have been replicated in the following states of India: Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Punjab, Goa, Jharkhand and Odisha.
About the Speaker
Prof. Irudya Rajan is a seasoned academician with over 30+ years of teaching experience across the country. He was conferred with a PhD in Demography from the International Institute for Population Sciences, the University of Mumbai, in 1989. His research interests include International Migration, the Economics of Ageing and Demography, and Population Ageing. An esteemed scholar, Prof. Rajan has published in various reputed international and national journals, book chapters and research projects funded by global organisations. He currently holds the position of Distinguished Visiting Professor, at the Department of Economics, SRM University-AP and Chairman at The International Institute of Migration and Development (IIMAD), Thiruvananthapuram. Prior to this, he held the position of Professor, at the Centre for Development Studies, Thiruvananthapuram.
Since 1998, Prof. Rjan coordinated eight large-scale migration surveys in Kerala with Professor K C Zachariah. The success of the Kerala Migration Survey urged neighbouring Indian states like, Goa (2008), Punjab (2009), Tamil Nadu (2015), and Gujarat (2011) to replicate the same. He also developed the first longitudinal Ageing Survey in India (Kerala) in 2004 and repeated the same every three years. The first Kerala Ageing Survey (KAS) completed its seventh wave in 2022. The second KAS which began in 2013, completed its fourth wave in 2022.

OCDM in Optical Communications
2023-04-19 15:30 - 16:30 | Tiered Classroom, 5th Floor, Admin Block
The Directorate of International Relations and Higher Studies, in association with the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, is organising a Plenary talk on Optical Code Division Multiplexing (OCDM) in optical communications. The session will be handled by Prof. Dr Mohd Rashidi Che Beson, Faculty of Electronic Engineering & Technology, Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP), Malaysia.
About the Speaker
Prof. Dr Mohd Rashidi Che Beson has been an associate professor and Research Fellow at Advanced Communication Engineering, Centre of Excellence – Faculty of Electronic Engineering & Technology, UniMAP since 2014. An advocate of interdisciplinary research, his research interests lie in the strength of Optical CDMA technology, RoF, Visible Light Communication, Horticulture and Fiber sensor technology. He has published 136 scientific papers, including conferences and journals, from 2014 until July 2022. The total citation was 540 from Google Scholar and 469 from Scopus databases. In addition, he is also a regular reviewer for several high-impact ISI-ranked journals. He has also successfully supervised 3 PhD and 6 MSc students as the main and co-supervisor. He is currently supervising 4 PhD students. He received his professional engineer qualification (Ir.) from the Board of Engineer Malaysia (BEM) in March 2018 and a professional technologist (Ts.) from the Malaysia Board of Technologists (MBOT) in July 2018.

Integrated Optical Sensors: Applications and Design
2023-04-26 14:00 - 15:00 | ALC 1, Homi J Bhabha Block
Optical sensors are gaining popularity in the fields of robotics and medical services. The Department of Electronics and Communications Engineering is organising an Industry guest lecture titled “CMOS Integrated Optical Sensors – Applications and Design” on April 26, 2023. Dr A G Krishna Kanth, Director of Analog Mixed-Signal R&D at AMS OSRAM group, will deliver the session.
Join the session to learn about the development and processing of Optical sensors!
Abstract
Optical sensors are rampant these days in all consumer electronics, be it mobile phones, smartwatches, laptops, ipads etc. It also has been getting much importance in industrial robotics and medical devices. CMOS-integrated optical sensors are related to the miniaturisation of optical sensors to see and sense what our eyes cannot see. This talk will focus on process, packaging, circuit design and system design challenges while designing integrated optical sensors.
About the Speaker
Dr A G Krishna Kanth is the Director of Analog Mixed-Signal R&D at AMS OSRAM group. He is an IEEE Senior member and currently the Vice-Chair for IEEE CAS/EDS Hyderabad Chapter and is frequently involved in delivering technical lectures at various universities. He received his PhD from IIIT Hyderabad and has completed his BTech and MTech from IIT Bombay, specialising in Microelectronics. He was awarded the President of India Shankar Dayal Sharma gold medal and the IIT Bombay Student Roll of Honour in 2002. Dr Kanth specialises in Analog IC Design, sensors and sensor interfaces, high-performance analog signal processing, and power management for automotive and consumer semiconductor IC design. He had earlier worked with Texas Instruments, Bangalore and Qualcore Logic, Hyderabad, leading the Analog IC design teams. He is an adjunct professor at IIT Hyderabad and Digital University Kerala. He is on the Academic Council and a BoS member at several universities. He has 12 patents and 10 IEEE publications.

Paving The Way For Next-generation AI
2023-05-08 14:00 - 17:00 | S209, Level 2, New Academic Block
The Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering is organising an interaction for its faculty with the acclaimed academician, Dr Bharat Ramesh, Senior Lecturer at International Centre for Neuromorphic Systems, Western Sydney University, Australia, on May 8, 2023. Dr Ramesh will speak on Neuromorphic Engineering – Paving the way for Next-generation AI.
Abstract of the talk
Neuromorphic Engineering is a subfield of Electrical Engineering that aims to apply knowledge of how signals are processed in the brain to build electronic signal processing systems that vastly outperform current digital signal processing systems. Current ‘smart’ sensors are generally sensors with a built-in computer. We aim to develop smart sensors with a built-in brain by combining bio-inspired sensors with bio-inspired signal processing.
Reverse Engineering the Brain – The brain creates a coherent interpretation of the external world based on input from its senses. Yet data from the senses are unreliable and confused. How does the brain determine what is out there in the world around it? Neuromorphic Engineering conducts neurophysiological and psychophysical investigations combined with theoretical, computational, and electronic modelling studies to discover how the brain achieves this. The outcomes of this research will then be applied to create intelligent electronic sensors.
This talk reviews the fundamentals and properties of neuromorphic sensors and provides a unified view of the main approach taken. Examples are presented to demonstrate the application using a novel setup known as Astrosite. Only about 40% of those satellites are active, so the potential for disruptions caused by dead satellites and debris in orbit that don’t perform as expected has increased the need to track and monitor objects in space. Western Sydney University has been tackling this problem with bio-inspired (neuromorphic) engineering principles. Using unique event-based sensors on mobile telescopes, they have demonstrated the ability to capture and track real-time orbital objects day and night.
About the Speaker
Dr Bharath’s primary research interests include pattern recognition and computer vision. His research is centred on event-based cameras for computationally efficient machine learning for problems such as object recognition and related areas such as scene understanding, face recognition, and object detection. He has published and reviewed papers at well-known AI/ML conferences. He also serves as a reviewer for top conferences such as the CVPR and journals like Transactions on Image Processing (TIP). He received a BE degree in electrical & electronics engineering from Anna University of India in 2009; an MSc and PhD in electrical engineering from the National University of Singapore in 2011 and 2015, respectively, while working at the Control and Simulation Laboratory on Image Classification using Invariant Features.
To learn more about this cutting-edge technology, join the session!

Unveiling the Future of Biomedical Imaging with Prof. Naren Naik
2023-10-30 14:00 - 16:00 | Tiered Classroom, 5th Floor, Admin Block
The Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering is pleased to introduce an exciting and enlightening talk by the esteemed Prof. Naren Naik, a distinguished authority in Electrical Engineering from IIT Kanpur on October 30, 2023 that promises to push the boundaries of biomedical imaging and research. Prof. Naik will explore the captivating realm of “Dynamic Shape-Based Biomedical Tomographic Reconstruction Algorithms.” This topic represents a cutting-edge fusion of engineering and medicine, offering remarkable insights into the future of healthcare and diagnostics.
Prepare to embark on a journey through the intricate world of tomographic reconstruction, where mathematical algorithms and shape dynamics converge to transform how we visualize and understand the human body. Prof. Naik’s expertise and pioneering research in this field will unveil a world of possibilities and innovations that are set to shape the future of biomedical imaging.
Join to unlock the secrets of dynamic shape-based biomedical tomographic reconstruction algorithms!
About the Speaker
Prof. Naren Naik specialises in the modelling and reconstruction algorithms for tomographic imaging. He is a Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and the Centre of Lasers and Photonics at Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur. His major application thrust in the past few years has been in functional biomedical imaging with fluorescence optical and photoacoustic tomography, as well as electrical impedance and impedance-acoustic tomography.
Abstract of the Talk
Tomography (coming from the Greek (tomos = slice) is the science of computationally quantitatively obtaining (“reconstructing”) the internal structure of a medium of interest from the data obtained by the interaction of an interrogating signal with the medium. It is an inverse problem where computational signal processing frameworks work together with the physics of radiation-matter interaction to yield the desired interior properties of objects of interest. The talk will first aim to introduce the basic ideas involved in biomedical tomographic imaging with an emphasis on optical-based modalities. The reconstruction problem is defined and classified, and the algorithmic framework to solve it is discussed. We will then discuss solutions we have developed for dynamic reconstruction problems in a straight path (a dynamic boundary problem) and pharmacokinetic fluorescence photoacoustic (static boundary but time-varying states) tomographies. The latter problem in pharmacokinetic Imaging has vital applications in early cancer detection and metabolic imaging.

Guest Lecture on Analog Low Dropout Regulator Design by Dr Nagateja
2024-04-20 13:00 - 15:00 | Zoom
The Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) is delighted to announce an upcoming online guest lecture by Dr. Nagateja Thottempudi, Senior Analog IC Design Engineer at Richtek Tech. Corp., Taiwan. The lecture, scheduled for April 20, 2024, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, will focus on the “Introduction and Designing Procedure of Analog Low Dropout Regulator.”
Dr Nagateja Thottempudi’s expertise in analogue IC design and extensive industry experience make him an ideal speaker to shed light on the concepts of power management integrated circuits (PMIC) and low dropout regulators (LDOs). The lecture promises to provide valuable insights into the intricate design procedures and applications of analogue low dropout regulators, offering attendees a deeper understanding of this critical component in power management.
The session will delve into the significance of low-noise, low-dropout linear regulators, their applications in noise-sensitive devices such as analogue-to-digital converters (ADCs), digital-to-analogue converters (DACs), and RF components, and their role in power management for various electronic systems.
This guest lecture presents an exceptional opportunity for students, faculty, and industry professionals to gain valuable knowledge from a distinguished expert in the field of analogue IC design. The ECE department encourages all interested individuals to attend and benefit from Dr Nagateja Thottempudi’s expertise and insights.
Stay tuned for this enlightening session that promises to broaden horizons and deepen understanding in the realm of analog low dropout regulator design.

Exploring the Scope of AI - V2X Integration
2025-02-07 11:00 - 13:00 | S-614, SR Block
The Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering is conducting an Invited Talk by Dr Pradeep Chennakesavula from Foxconn Technology, Taiwan on the topic “AI Meets V2X: Enabling Smart, Safe, and Scalable Vehicular Networks” on February 07, 2025.
Join to learn more about the integration of AI with Vehicle-to-Everything Communications!
Abstract
The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) communications is transforming the landscape of intelligent transportation systems, addressing the increasing demands for safety, efficiency, and scalability in vehicular networks. By leveraging advanced AI techniques such as machine learning, deep learning, and reinforcement learning, V2X communications can enhance real-time decision-making, predictive analytics, and dynamic resource allocation.
This lecture examines how AI empowers V2X communications to predict and mitigate traffic congestion, improve vehicular coordination in high-mobility scenarios, and enhance safety-critical applications through accident prediction and proactive alerts. It also discusses the role of AI in optimising spectrum usage, power control, and edge computing capabilities, ensuring ultra-reliable and low-latency communication (URLLC) essential for autonomous driving and platooning.
The discussion delves into the pressing challenges of deploying AI in V2X systems, including data privacy, scalability in dense vehicular networks, and the need for real-time learning under dynamic environments. By highlighting the intersection of AI with 6G technologies, this lecture aims to provide a forward-looking perspective on the transformative potential of AI in shaping the future of vehicular communication systems. This exploration is critical for advancing autonomous transportation and enabling next-generation intelligent mobility.
About the Speaker
Dr Pradeep Chennakesavula is a researcher in the Next-Generation Communications Research Center at Hon Hai Research Institute, a corporate research centre of Foxconn Technology Group, Taipei, Taiwan. In this role, Dr Pradeep is actively engaged in cutting-edge research and development in next-generation communications technology, with a particular focus on Vehicular-to-Everything (V2X) Communications, Vehicular Edge Computing, and Vehicular Edge Caching.
He holds a B.Tech. degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad, India, earned in 2009. In 2021, Pradeep completed his Ph.D. in Communications Engineering from the Institute of Communications Engineering at National Tsing Hua University, Hsinchu, Taiwan.r

Invited Talk on Safety Standards for Railway Signaling
2025-08-06 10:30 - 12:30 | Theatre, SR Block
The Department of Electronics and Communications Engineering along with Efftronics Systems Pvt Ltd. is organising a Departmental Invited Talk on “Functional Safety Standards for Railway Signaling” by Dr P Raja Goundan, Former General Manager Indian Railways and Expert Signalling, Train control and Telecommunications, Hyderabad. The talk will be beneficial for the research scholars, M.Tech. students, and undergraduate students of the Co-teaching for the Signals and Systems course.
Join the talk for an insightful session.

72nd IETE Foundation Day–2025
2025-11-03 14:00 - 17:00
The Institution of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers (IETE), Vijayawada Centre in association with the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, SRM University-AP celebrates the 72nd IETE Foundation Day on the theme – “Indigenization of Hi-Tec and Critical Technologies” on November 03, 2025.
The event will welcome Chief Guest Dr M Venu Gopal Rao, Retd. Professor, KL University, and will feature an Expert Talk by Sri P Kalee Prasad, Retd. Assistant Director, Doordarshan Kendra, Vijayawada.

SRM AP Hosts EPIC 2025
2025-11-06 - 2025-11-08 | APJ Abdul Kalam Auditorium
The Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering is organising the second International Conference on Electronic and Photonic Integrated Circuits (EPIC-2025). The three-day hybrid conference will bring together research scholars, scientists, industry experts, and academic professionals worldwide to share their breakthroughs & accomplishments and exchange challenges and approaches in their expertise in the field of Electronics and Photonics.
The three-day technical conference will cover categories across ten major tracks and will focus on areas of Nanoengineering & Nanotechnology, Semiconductor Devices, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Quantum & Neuromorphic Computing, MEMS & MOEMS, Biomedical, RF & THz Applications.
Mr A Chandra Sekhar, SFS,Chief Executive Officer-A.P. Medicinal and Aromatic Plants Board, Department of Health, Medical & Family Welfare, Government of Andhra Pradesh will be the Chief Guest, while Ms. S Stella, Scientist – F / Director-India Meteorological Department Andhra Pradesh will be the Guest of Honour for the event.
The conference will feature plenary, keynote and invited sessions by academic luminaries from across the world and the country. Additionally the event will also send the extended version of the paper, which will be published with Wiley Publication:
1. Physica Status Solidi – Rapid Research Letters (PSS-RRL) Q2
2. ChemNanoMat (Q2) or
3. Advances in Materials Science and Engineering
The conference will offer an insightful experience to all the participants.
We look forward to your active participation.
To know more visit the conference website- EPIC 2025
