Dr. Sampath Dakshina Murthy Achanta is an accomplished academic and researcher with a strong foundation in teaching, industrial experience, and research. With a teaching career spanning over 8 years, Dr. Achanta has worked as an Associate Professor at Vignan's Institute of Information Technology (A) in Visakhapatnam since December 2023. Prior to this, he served as an Assistant Professor at the same institution from 2016 to 2023. Dr. Achanta also has a year of industrial experience as a Technician at Nirmala Industries General Engineering from 2015 to 2016.

In addition to his academic roles, Dr. Achanta currently serves as the Head of the Vignan Centre for Innovation and Start-ups, Associate Dean of Research and Development, and Institute-level IQAC Coordinator at Vignan's Institute of Information Technology.

Significant Achievements:

1. Ph.D. Achievement: Dr. Achanta received his Ph.D. degree in 2024 at KL University's 14th Convocation, attended by notable figures such as the former President of India, Sri Ramnath Kovind.

2. Research Excellence: With an impressive academic record, Dr. Achanta has published over 70 research papers, authored 7 books, and holds 4 patents. His research focuses on Human Motion Analysis, Biomedical Image and Video Processing, and the Internet of Things (IoT). His work has earned him an h-index of 14 on Scopus and 15 on Google Scholar.

3. Research Awards: Dr. Achanta has received numerous prestigious awards, including the Best Research Award for 2024 and the Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam National Academician Award in recognition of his contributions to research and academia.

4. Innovation and Patents: Dr. Achanta has been granted 10 patents, 4 copyrights, and has contributed to various innovative projects, including "Smart Shoe" under the Software Technology Parks of India and the incubation of startups like ScitiSense and Illuminisense.

5. Teaching Recognition: He has been recognized for his innovative teaching practices and has received multiple awards for excellence in education, such as the Excellence in Innovative Teaching & Learning Practices Award in 2024.

6. Leadership in Research and Development: Dr. Achanta’s leadership roles at Vignan’s Institute of Information Technology have contributed significantly to the institution's focus on research, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

Notable Contributions:

1. Editor and Reviewer: Dr. Achanta is serving as an editor for the book series Futuristic Trends in IoT and has been actively involved in the editorial board/reviewing for over 15 scientific journals and conferences.

2. Incubation and Start-ups: Through his leadership at the Vignan Centre for Innovation and Start-ups, Dr. Achanta has been instrumental in the incubation of various tech-driven startups, such as ScitiSense and Illuminisense, which have been selected for prestigious programs like the MedTech OCP and STPI Bengaluru.

3. International Influence: Dr. Achanta has been a guest speaker, session chair, and advisory committee member at several international and national conferences, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in his fields of expertise.

4. Extensive Participation: He has actively participated in international workshops, FDPs, certification programs, and organized various events, including workshops, technical expos, and webinars, further fostering academic collaboration and research.

Conclusion:

Dr. Sampath Dakshina Murthy Achanta's exceptional career in academia, research, and innovation, coupled with his leadership in advancing technological start-ups and his significant contributions to the research community, makes him a highly deserving candidate for the Innovative Researcher of the Year award at Scientific Laurels. His commitment to innovation, education, and research excellence continues to inspire the scientific community.