DR. PANKAJ AGARWAL WON OUTSTANDING ACADEMICIAN AWARD IN THE FIELD OF COMPUTER SCIENCE & ENGINEERING

BY SCIENTIFIC LAURELS Computer science & Engineering INDIA

Dr. Pankaj Agarwal is a distinguished academician with over 23 years of teaching experience, 14 years of administrative leadership, and 15 years of dedicated research in computer science and engineering. Currently serving as Professor & Dean at K.R. Mangalam University, he has made significant contributions to academia, research, and technological advancements. His expertise spans software engineering, artificial intelligence, cyber security, and database systems.

Dr. Agarwal has successfully guided five Ph.D. scholars, with five more currently under supervision, and has mentored over 150 M.Tech professionals from BITS Pilani and other reputed institutions. He has also been instrumental in establishing multiple technical societies and academic programs to enhance research and innovation in computer science.

Significant Achievements

Dr. Agarwal has been awarded nine patents and has published extensively in high-impact journals and conferences, including IEEE, Springer, and ACM. His publication record includes:

  • 06 papers indexed in Science Citation Indexed/SCI Expanded

  • 20 papers indexed in Scopus/Web of Science

  • 10 book chapters/conference proceedings in IEEE/Springer/ACM

  • 35 international journal publications

His research contributions have been recognized with multiple prestigious grants, including:

  • Rs. 50 lakhs from Sumangalam Sewa Aivam Educational Samiti for sustainable development initiatives.

  • Rs. 25 lakhs from Dimond Educational Society for revolutionizing educational systems.

  • Rs. 4.85 lakhs from AKTU under the Visvesvaraya Funding Scheme for his project on a multipurpose drone.

  • AICTE and IEEE grants for organizing international conferences and faculty development programs.

He has also played a crucial role in the development of laboratories and academic initiatives, contributing to the advancement of computer science education.

Notable Contributions

Dr. Agarwal's work has significantly impacted research and academia through his leadership roles, technical mentorship, and innovative research projects. Some of his key contributions include:

  • Successfully mentoring a team that won Smart India Hackathon 2023, securing a Rs. 1 lakh prize for their project on blockchain-based certificate validation.

  • Establishing multiple technical societies to promote research collaboration.

  • Organizing and leading 13 international/national conferences, FDPs, and workshops.

  • Delivering 10 expert talks on emerging trends in AI, cybersecurity, and software engineering.

  • Authoring 10 books on software engineering, AI, cybersecurity, and programming.

Awards & Recognitions

Dr. Agarwal has been honored with numerous awards for his contributions to education and research, including:

  • Most Influential Professor Award (Indian Icon Awards 2024)

  • Top 100 Influential Educationist in Indian Education (2023)

  • Best Administrator Award (K.R. Mangalam University, 2023)

  • Distinguished Professor Award (Novel Research Academy, 2022)

  • Best Researcher in Artificial Intelligence Award (2022)

  • Best Faculty Award (IMS Engineering College & RKGIT, multiple years)

Eligibility for Outstanding Academician Award

Given his outstanding contributions to academia, research, and professional mentorship, Dr. Pankaj Agarwal is eligible to receive the "Outstanding Academician Award" in Scientific Laurels. His exceptional leadership, impactful research, and dedication to academic excellence make him a deserving candidate for this prestigious honor.