Mech TalkThe Department of Mechanical Engineering hosted a Guest talk on “Understanding Microphysics of Raindrops for Accurate Rainfall Forecasting”. The session was presented by Prof. Kirti Chandra Sahu, distinguished Professor of the Department of Chemical Engineering at Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Hyderabad, India. His research focuses on clouds and raindrops dynamics, interfacial fluid flows, and hydrodynamic instabilities.

During the session Prof. Kirti Chandra Sahu emphasised the significance of understanding the microphysics of raindrops for accurate rainfall forecasting, highlighting the role of droplet formation, coalescence, and raindrop breakup under atmospheric conditions. He highlighted how progress in fluid dynamics, when integrated with computational modelling, can significantly strengthen weather prediction capabilities and contribute to climate-resilient strategies through interdisciplinary research. The event highlighted the role of fluid instabilities, surface tension effects, and computational modelling in understanding atmospheric microphysics. The session was highly interactive and informative, bridging the gap between theoretical fluid mechanics and real-world applications in weather forecasting.

The event was successfully led by a team of faculty members Dr Surfarazhussain S Halkarni, Dr Chandan Kumar, and Dr Manjesh Kumar, who played key roles in coordination, technical facilitation, and audience engagement. The talk concluded with an engaging Q&A session, where participants explored potential interdisciplinary collaborations and applications.

Prof. Kirti Chandra Sahu encouraged faculty members, research scholars, and students to explore this emerging domain, citing its growing relevance in tackling climate-related challenges. The event was a resounding success, fostering academic curiosity and encouraging further research.

About the Speaker :

Prof. Kirti Chandra Sahu received several prestigious recognitions, including the Young Scientist Awards from the Indian National Science Academy and the National Academy of Sciences, and the VASVIK Award.

He is a Fellow of the Indian Academy of Sciences and the Institute of Physics (UK). Prof. Sahu also serves as an Associate Editor for Industrial & Engineering Chemistry Research and is on the editorial board of Langmuir journal. He is currently a member of the External Affairs Committee of the American Physical Society’s Division of Fluid Dynamics (2024–2026).

ConferenceThe Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) at SRM University-AP, Amaravati recently hosted a thought-provoking guest lecture on “Approximate Computing and Hardware Security: Opportunities and Risks”, featuring Dr Aditya Japa, a renowned researcher and faculty member at the School of Computing, Engineering and Intelligent Systems, Ulster University, UK.

The session organised by Dr Ramesh Vaddi, Associate Professor, Department of ECE brought together over 110 participants, including faculty, PhD scholars, and UG/PG students, eager to gain insights into the evolving paradigms of energy-efficient and secure hardware design.

Dr Japa holds a Ph.D. in Electronics and Communication Engineering from Dr SPM IIIT Naya Raipur, India, with specialisation in emerging technologies for hardware security. His illustrious academic journey includes significant research contributions at Queen’s University, Belfast, and a published book titled “Introduction to Microelectronics to Nanoelectronics: Design and Technology.” His current work at Ulster University revolves around hardware and system security, particularly in Physical Unclonable Functions (PUFs), True Random Number Generators (TRNGs), and security strategies for approximate computing.

Key Highlights of the Lecture

Approximate computing is fast emerging as a compelling approach for building high-performance and energy-efficient systems, especially for error-tolerant applications like multimedia processing, AI, and big data analytics. However, this paradigm also introduces unique security challenges and opportunities, as explored in-depth by Dr Japa.

Key points covered included:

  • Threat Models in approximate circuits and memory architectures such as DRAM and SRAM, revealing vulnerabilities to side-channel attacks, reverse engineering, and hardware Trojans.
  • How approximate hardware, despite risks, can serve as a platform for resource-efficient security primitives.
  • Security through approximation: Leveraging simplified circuits for information hiding and obfuscation, maintaining security with significantly reduced computational cost.
  • Future research directions including secure-by-design architectures, cross-domain applications, and standardised benchmarking tools.

The session aimed to expose students and researchers to state-of-the-art advancements in hardware security and to encourage critical thinking around the duality of risk and opportunity in approximate computing. Participants walked away with a deeper understanding of:

  • Designing systems that are both efficient and resilient.
  • Emerging countermeasures against approximation-induced vulnerabilities.
  • The strategic role of interdisciplinary research in addressing these challenges.

Recommendations for Further Action

  • The event also sparked actionable recommendations for academia and industry:
  • Develop approximation-aware threat models for various application domains.
  • Design architectures that are secure by approximation.
  • Invest in benchmarking and validation tools for secure approximate systems.
  • Encourage cross-domain research in computing, security, and AI.
  • Promote education and policy development in secure hardware design.

Events like these reflect SRM University-AP’s unwavering commitment to academic excellence, industry-relevant training, and research-led learning. The ECE department continues to serve as a platform for knowledge exchange and global collaboration, preparing students for the next generation of technological innovation.

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“Andhra Pradesh to be a Green Hydrogen Valley” –  Honourable CM Sri Chandrababu Naidu at the Green Hydrogen Summit 2025

The Honourable Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Sri Nara Chandrababu Naidu, inaugurated the Green Hydrogen Summit-2025 at SRM AP. Dr V K Saraswat, Member of NITI Aayog, Dr Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani, Minister of State for Rural Development and Communications, Govt. of India, Sri K Vijayanand IAS, Chief Secretary, Govt. of Andhra Pradesh, and Dr P Sathyanarayananan, Pro-Chancellor of SRM AP, graced the event as the guests of honour. The two-day summit involved government agencies, researchers, policymakers and industrialists to address the critical need for a clean energy transition for a cleaner, more sustainable and forward-looking future.

In his inaugural address, the Honourable CM Sri Nara Chandrababu Naidu termed the Green Hydrogen Summit a historical forum that brought together global experts and industries in Andhra Pradesh to work towards affordable, cost-effective clean energy. He stated that with a Rs 10,00,000 crore investment, offering 7.5 lakh jobs in green hydrogen and its derivatives for the country, and with the Andhra Pradesh Green Hydrogen and Green Ammonia Policy, and ideological balance, no other state has stronger prospects in working towards green hydrogen development and storage. He also declared Amaravati as Green Hydrogen Valley, which will focus on affordable, cost-effective clean energy. He said, “This landmark summit marks a significant step towards protecting nature, a circular economy, and sustainability.”

Guest of Honour, Dr V.K. Saraswat, Honourable Member, NITI Aayog, commented on the significance of opting for cleaner fuels and energy resources. He said, “Green Hydrogen, which is at the heart of the National Hydrogen Mission, is a step towards achieving a sustainable, carbon-neutral future.”

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Prof. D Narayana Rao, Executive Director-Research, SRM Group of Institutions, outlined the various initiatives by the ministries of the state – Road Transport and Highways, Petroleum and Natural Gas, Steel – have already taken up green hydrogen projects that align with their sector. He also said SRM University-AP will establish an Innovation centre for Green Hydrogen Technologies.

With a vision to develop Andhra Pradesh as a hydrogen hub, Dr Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani, Minister of State for Rural Development and Communications, Govt. of India, remarked that right investments and government policies can drive green hydrogen plants to produce clean energy that is scalable and profitable. The Chief Secretary of the State, Sri K Vijayanand IAS, also remarked that the development and utilisation of hydrogen technologies necessitate specific expertise and skill development. The top universities of the nation, such as SRM AP, with advanced research infrastructure and intellect, can innovate and solve the pressing demands for cleaner energy fuel. Mr Pranav Tanti, CEO and President of Synergen Green Energy, also said that Andhra Pradesh is a highly favourable state to establish an industry for Green Hydrogen.

Aiming to nurture innovation and skill development in the clean energy space, Dr P Sathyanarayanan, Pro-Chancellor of SRM AP, announced the launch of the Department of Energy Engineering at the SRM Institute of Emerging Technology. “If our generation is the last to use fossil fuels, the next generation must lead the clean energy revolution. With their ideas, innovation, and courage, the youth will carry this transformation forward,” commented Dr P Sathyanarayanan.

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The Green Hydrogen Summit 2025, jointly organised by SRM University-AP, Government of Andhra Pradesh, IIT Tirupati, IISER Tirupati, Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, Govt. of India, New & Renewable Energy Development Corporation of Andhra Pradesh Ltd. and the SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Tamil Nadu, explores the research and development, innovation, commercialisation of green hydrogen. Keynote addresses, plenary sessions and conclaves with industry stalwarts, research organisations, and policymakers aim to open new frontiers in the green hydrogen sector.

Read more about plenary sessions and conclaves

India’s clean energy future gains new momentum at SRM University-AP where the two-day Green Hydrogen Summit drew an august gathering of policymakers, industry leaders and researchers. This historic event reaffirmed the state’s commitment to sustainable energy development under the leadership of the Hon’ble Chief Minister Sri Nara Chandrababu Naidu.

The second day of the summit featured a series of plenary sessions, industry-academia conclave, and strategic discussions with industry leaders, scientists, academicians, and policymakers who engaged in dialogues on technology innovations, infrastructural acumen, off-taker options, and funding and policy to promote India’s Green Hydrogen journey.

Some of the key highlights of today’s programme include its cost-effective nature, its application across industries, and the sustainability factor. The panel discussion also explored the scope of Fuel Cells. Dr R Vijay, Director-ARCI, explained the potential benefits of using metallic bipolar plates and the need to set up electrolyser plants to enable large-scale hydrogen production.

Mr Ramesh Guduru, Associate Professor, PDEU, and Mr Harish Jayaram, Hygenco Green Energies, showcased the current status of hydrogen applications. They emphasised the challenges the industries face and stressed the need for selecting appropriate use cases, longer project tenures for cost efficiency, and the critical role of storage and sea-port accessibility.

The two-day Summit highlighted some critical issues of Hydrogen production. While scientists and academicians spoke of the pros, industry leaders brought out the cons of the entire process. Mr Karthikeya A, from APEDB addressed the part wherein he noted the need for off-takers, while the nation produces all of this considering the sustainability factor, he suggested that we never bothered to really understand whether there really is an off-taker to consume the hydrogen.

However, it was unilaterally agreed that Hydrogen is indeed a safer and cleaner alternative to fossil fuels, considering India’s large economy and sustainability factors.

Furthermore, discussions were made on developing a collaborative ecosystem. Dr Mallikarjun Bhavanari underscored the need for synergy between academia and industry. He cited infrastructure, material accessibility and Research and Development as crucial factors in establishing India as a hydrogen superpower.

Pro-Vice Chancellor, Prof. Ch Satish Kumar in the valedictory session remarked, “let’s not just celebrate green hydrogen progress, let’s also talk about the difficulties in production, the health implications, and community level engagement, he stated – it is surprising and sometimes even painful to note that while we celebrate innovation, we fail to ask the community what is really needs.”

Prof. D Narayana Rao, Executive Director-Research, SRM Group of Institutions said, “As the nation strives to become a leader in clean energy, the Green Hydrogen Summit 2025 provided an excellent platform for industry-academia collaborations.” He further added that, as per the directive from the Honourable Chief Minister, SRM AP in collaboration with NREDCAP will hold the Hydrogen Summit every year and review the progress made in the state of Andhra Pradesh in the journey of Green Hydrogen.

Assistant Professor, Dr Narayanamoorthy Bhuvanendran from the Department of Environmental Science and Engineering has published a research paper titled, Catalytic synergy of PtCo alloy nanoparticles anchored on S, P-doped hierarchical carbon nitrides for efficient and durable oxygen reduction in high-temperature PEMFCs. His research presents a new type of catalyst that could enhance the efficiency and longevity of fuel cells, making them more viable for sustainable energy applications.

Abstract:

Intensified electrochemical corrosion under high-temperature and phosphoric acid conditions poses a significant challenge to the catalysts in high-temperature proton exchange membrane fuel cells (HT-PEMFCs). Herein, a S, P-doped hierarchical porous carbon nitride (S, P-HCN) supported PtCo alloy catalyst was developed to address this issue. The multilayered porous structure of S, P-HCN ensures high metal dispersion, a large specific surface area, and enhanced mass transfer. The PtCo/S, P-HCN catalyst exhibits remarkable performance, with specific activity (1.27 mA cmPt-2 at 0.80 V), mass activity (0.51 mA µgPt-1 at 0.80 V), and electrochemical active surface area (ECSA) (39.9 m2 g-1Pt), surpassing commercial 20 % Pt/C by 2–3 times. Durability tests over 5000 potential cycles reveal excellent retention of mass activity (84 %) and specific activity (83.2 %) at 0.80 V, with only a minor 14 mV shift in half-wave potential. This enhancement stems from the synergistic effects between PtCo alloy nanoparticles and S, P-HCN, which modulate Pt- electronic structure, strengthen metal-support interactions, and boost catalytic efficiency. Single-cell HT-PEMFC studies demonstrate a peak power density of 377.4 mW cm−2 for PtCo/S, P-HCN, comparable to commercial Pt/C (398 mW cm−2), with reduced voltage degradation at low current densities. This work presents a promising approach for improving cathode materials and advancing HT-PEMFC performance.

Explanation in Research in Layperson’s Terms:

The growing demand for green energy has increased the interest in clean, sustainable, and efficient fuel for electricity generation. Hence, hydrogen is one of the promising choices as green energy source, which can be used as a fuel in fuel cell technology. Among various types of fuel cells, proton exchange membrane fuel cells (PEMFCs) are the fastest-growing energy technologies, especially in automotive applications, owing to their high-power density and rapid start-up and shutdown capabilities compared to other fuel cell types. PEMFCs are classified by operating temperature into low-temperature (LT-PEMFC) and high-temperature (HT-PEMFC). While LT-PEMFCs (operating at ∼ 80 °C) have advanced significantly, they face challenges such as complex heat and water management and the high cost of producing the required high-purity hydrogen fuel. HT-PEMFCs, operating at 150–200 °C, overcome low-temperature PEMFC limitations with fuel flexibility, simpler design, improved water management, and greater efficiency, while enhancing oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) kinetics and diffusion processes. Till to date, Pt/C is the most used catalyst in PEMFCs due to its high activity and stability. However, in HT-PEMFCs, phosphate species from the phosphoric acid electrolyte strongly adsorb onto Pt surfaces, blocking active sites for O2 adsorption and reducing overall cathode performance. To address this bottleneck issues, a novel hybrid support materials with 3D hierarchical porous morphology, high surface area, porosity, and more accessible active sites has been developed which provides distinct benefits over conventional carbon materials for enhancing ORR performance. Their extensive surface area and interconnected pores facilitate better active site distribution and efficient mass transfer during the ORR process and leads to extended fuel cell performance.

Practical Implementation and Social Implications:

In this work, we have design and developed the PtCo/S,P-HCN catalyst, through a simple hydrothermal process, constructs a synergistic combination of structural and compositional features that significantly enhance the cathodic ORR performance. The 3D porous architecture with uniformly distributed PtCo nanoparticles and S, P-doped carbon nitride matrix ensures improved Pt utilization, active site accessibility, and effective charge transport. Nitrogen doping (graphitic-N and pyridinic-N) facilitates efficient electron transfer, while heteroatom doping (S and P) optimizes *OOH binding energy, promoting oxygen adsorption and O–O bond cleavage. The interatomic alloy structure of PtCo modulates the Pt d-band center, further boosting ORR kinetics. These combined effects result in superior catalytic activity (SA: 1.268 mA cmPt-2, MA: 0.506 mA µgPt-1, ECSA: 39.9 m2 g-1Pt) and durability, retaining 84 % MA and 83.2 % SA after 5000 cycles with minimal half-wave potential loss (14 mV). In HT-PEMFC tests, it achieved a peak power density of 377.4 mW cm−2, matching commercial Pt/C (398 mW cm−2), while demonstrating greater PA resistance and stability. These findings highlight the synergistic effects of the PtCo/S,P-HCN catalyst and its potential as a robust ORR electrocatalyst for HT-PEMFC applications.

Collaborations:

Prof. Huaneng Su, Jiangsu University, China.

Future Research Plans:

Based on the observations from the above research, we plan to further explore modifications to the electronic properties of the catalyst to enhance the surface adsorption of reaction intermediates, thereby improving its electrocatalytic performance for various key electrochemical reactions.

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EHTGlobalWe are immensely proud to celebrate the outstanding achievement of Team Ritorno—Satwik Batta and Shashank Chowdhary —B. Tech Computer Science, 4th Year Student from SRM University-AP, Amaravati, who have brought global recognition to Indian talent by securing 1st Prize at ETHGlobal Cannes 2025, hosted at Cannes University, France, from July 4–6, 2025.

Competing against over 350 teams and 1,500 participants from around the world, Team Ritorno emerged as winners at one of the most prestigious Ethereum hackathons, earning a cash prize of $4,500. Their winning project, “Topological Self-Healing Smart Contracts,” impressed a global jury and showcased their deep technical expertise and innovative spirit.

About ETHGlobal Cannes

ETHGlobal is a leading global platform for Ethereum hackathons, bringing together thousands of developers across six continents. The Cannes edition featured a prize pool of $275,000, supported by blockchain industry leaders like Polygon, Coinbase, Gnosis Chain, 1inch Network, and others.

Selection & University Support

Team Ritorno was selected for ETHGlobal Cannes after submitting their resumes and a compelling project proposal. Their idea, Topological Self-Healing Smart Contracts, was highly appreciated by the ETHGlobal organisers.

Before the event, the team presented their project to the Research Office and the Dean of SRM-AP, who were enthusiastic about their innovation and generously extended financial support of ₹2,10,000 to enable their participation.

“We’ve been working in this field since our second year. Our consistent participation gave us the exposure and confidence to compete globally,” the team shared. “The last week leading to ETHCannes was intense, and we are grateful to our university and faculty for their unwavering support.”

Looking Ahead

With eyes set on careers in top-tier U.S.-based tech companies, the trio is eager to continue pushing boundaries in blockchain and decentralised technologies.

Congratulations, Team Ritorno!

You’ve not only made SRM University-AP proud but have also put India’s innovation ecosystem on the global blockchain map. Your journey is an inspiration for all aspiring technologists.

The Department of Computer Science and Engineering at SRM University-AP has yet again produced a scientific breakthrough. Associate Professor Dr Ashok Kumar Pradhan, along with his research scholars Mr Raheem Qudus and Ms Swetha Ghanta, published a patent on post-stroke rehabilitation using Virtual Reality and Artificial Intelligence.

Brief Abstract of the Research

Stroke is one of the most significant health problems that aid disability and mortality in functionality of human health, While already there are varies approach, Traditionally and Technical methods developed to help patient overcome these challenges, common system to treat and help patients recovers from this are, using Local therapy approach, using EEG (electroencephalogram) and or using the BCI (Brain Computer Interface). However, not all patients find this approach applicable, suitable and affordable. The aim of this research is to perform Post-Stroke Rehabilitation recovery training and testing on patient without the need for Brain computer Interface (BCI) and Electroencephalogram (EEG), our proposed method provides similar embodiment and rehabilitation capabilities to those perceived from existing therapeutic techniques such as Constraint induced movement therapy (CIMT), Occupational therapy, mirror therapy and authenticating fear. Our Research approach resolution is to develop a virtual reality (VR) based system for post-stroke rehabilitation using Meta Quest (Headset) and Unity game engine for simulation of the virtual environment. Our emerging methods in integrating Generative-AI to provide adaptive therapy recommendations based on patient movements and engagement levels. While we implement the use of a real-time compensatory movement detection system without EEG, relying on AI-driven motion analysis.

Explanation in layperson’s terms:

After a stroke, patients often struggle to regain movement or perform simple tasks. Existing treatments rely on traditional and invasive signal equipment, such as wearing of electroencephalogram(EEG), and also require a professional expert to track and interpret the progress of the patient, while relying on real-world objects. Our invention solves those existing limitations through the integration of Virtual Reality (VR) and Artificial Intelligence (AI). We create a virtual world and object where stroke patients wear a VR headset and perform exercises in a simulated environment, while patients are able to feel a real-world immersive experience through movement practice, with a real-time communication guide of AI to aid users’ improvement.

Practical Implementation and Social Implications:

  • Implementation: Clinics or homes can use our VR system to supplement therapy, reducing costs and therapist workload.
  • Social Impact: Makes rehab accessible to low-income patients, avoids the stigma of bulky medical devices, and could reduce global stroke-related disability burdens.
  • Accessible Therapy: Makes rehabilitation possible from home, especially in rural areas or underserved communities.
  • Personalised Healing: The AI ensures therapy matches the patient’s ability in real time by providing real-time support during the session.
  • Mental Health & Cognitive Benefit: Helps with memory, attention, and mood rehabilitation using immersive tasks.

Collaborations:

      SRM University-AP, Amaravati (Assignee)

Future Research Plans:

  • Expand the discovery into an adaptation framework for elderly care, PTSD treatment, and education for neurodivergent learners.
  • Pilot clinical testing with actual stroke patients in collaboration with hospitals.
  • Expand the system to support speech therapy and cognitive recovery tools.
  • Integrating an AI-Agent for real-time Non-player character medical support during the immersive session.

 

Workshop on NMR Spectroscopy

A two-day hands-on training for about 110 to 113 attendees, including undergraduate, postgraduate and PhD Scholars, was conducted by the Office of Dean Research. The Users Meet on NMR Spectroscopy was primarily aimed at:

  • Enhancing participants’ conceptual and practical understanding of advanced spectroscopic techniques used in the structural elucidation of chemical compounds.
  • Demonstrate the application of 1D and 2D NMR techniques in organic, inorganic, and biological systems.
  • Promote hands-on exposure to modern NMR instruments, emphasising sample preparation, data acquisition, and spectral interpretation.
  • Facilitate interactions between participants and domain experts to encourage academic collaboration and knowledge exchange.
  • Strengthen the institutional vision of supporting multidisciplinary research through access to cutting-edge scientific infrastructure.

The event saw the presence of dignitaries like Prof. Ch. Sathish Kumar, Pro Vice-Chancellor; Prof. Ranjit Thapa, Dean of Research; Dr Paradha Saradhi Maram, Associate Professor and Head; and Dr Sabyasachi Mukhopadhyay, Associate Professor, among others.

The workshop held multiple sessions, including theoretical sessions, practical sessions, and interactive sessions. In the theoretical session, Dr Ramaraju Korivi explained the principles of NMR Spectroscopy. he also covered an instrumentation overview and data interpretation techniques. The session was further enriched by Mr Sakthi Ganapathi R, a PhD scholar. The interactive session saw Mr Arun Kumar Bandarapu enhancing the understanding of advanced characterisation techniques beyond NMR, including SEM, XPS, TEM, EPR, and more. The hands-on session was meticulously coordinated by Ms. Afreen Shaik, Dr. Ramaraju Korivi, and Mr. Sakthi Ganapathi R, providing participants with immersive, real-time exposure to the operational aspects of NMR spectroscopy

Beyond the three sessions, the workshop also included a session on sample analysis and an I-STEM. Together, the two-day workshop proved to be an enriching and skill-building platform for the students.

 

 

Assistant Professor Dr Hemantha Kumar Kalluri from the Department of Computer Science and Engineering and post-doctoral fellow, Dr Premkumar Borugadda have published a research paper titled, A Comprehensive Analysis of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Deep Learning and Computer Vision in Food Science. This significant research explores how Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Deep Learning (DL), and Computer Vision (CV) are making food processing smarter and more reliable.

Here’s a brief on their findings and the social and practical implementations of their work.

A Brief Abstract

Providing safe and quality food is crucial for every household and is of extreme significance in the growth of any society. It is a complex procedure that deals with all issues focusing on the development of food processing from seed to harvest, storage, preparation, and consumption. This current paper seeks to demystify the importance of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Deep Learning (DL), and Computer Vision (CV) in ensuring food safety and quality. By stressing the importance of these technologies, the audience will feel reassured and confident in their potential. These are very handy for such problems, giving assurance over food safety. CV is incredibly noble in today’s generation because it improves food processing quality and positively impacts firms and researchers. Thus, at the present production stage, rich in image processing and computer visioning is incorporated into all facets of food production. In this field, DL and ML are implemented to identify the type of food in addition to quality. Concerning data and result-oriented perceptions, one has found similarities regarding various approaches. As a result, the findings of this study will be helpful for scholars looking for a proper approach to identify the quality of food offered. It helps to indicate which food products have been discussed by other scholars and lets the reader know papers by other scholars inclined to research further. Also, deep learning is accurately integrated with identifying the quality and safety of foods in the market. This paper describes the current practices and concerns of ML, DL, and probable trends for its future development.

Explanation of the Research in Layperson’s Terms

The research explores how Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Deep Learning (DL), and Computer Vision (CV) are making food processing smarter and more reliable.

AI and ML in Food Processing

  • AI-powered systems can predict food spoilage, detect harmful contaminants, and ensure food is stored at the right temperature.
  • ML models learn from past data to improve food quality, making processing more efficient and reducing waste.

 Computer Vision (CV) for Food Inspection

  • Cameras powered by AI can analyse food products and detect defects, ensuring only high-quality food reaches consumers.
  • CV helps in sorting fruits and vegetables based on size, colour, and ripeness, reducing human error and speeding up production.
  • It is also used to check food packaging for defects and prevent contamination.

 Deep Learning for Better Food Safety

  • Deep learning, a more advanced type of AI, helps identify patterns in food quality data.
  • It is used to detect food adulteration (unwanted substances added to food), ensuring that the food we consume is pure and safe.
  • DL models can also classify different types of food and analyse their nutritional content.

Future of Smart Food Processing

  • As AI and ML continue to evolve, food production will become more automated, reducing human labour while increasing efficiency.
  • These technologies will help minimise food waste, improve supply chains, and provide personalised nutrition recommendations.
  • By integrating AI with real-time monitoring, food safety can be ensured on a global scale.

Practical Implementation and Social Implications

The research on Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Deep Learning (DL), and Computer Vision (CV) in Food Science has significant real-world applications and social implications:

Practical Implementation

Our research has directed the researchers to develop applications in various stages of the food industry, from agriculture to food processing, quality control, and distribution. Here are some key practical implementations:

  1. Smart Food Inspection and Quality Control

1.1 Computer Vision (CV) & Deep Learning (DL) for Defect Detection

  • AI-powered cameras can detect defects in fruits, vegetables, and packaged food (e.g., detecting bruises in apples and sorting out contaminated grains).
  • AI enhances automated food grading and sorting, reducing human error.

1.2 AI for Food Adulteration Detection

  • AI models analyse food samples for contaminants, chemical adulterants, and spoilage (e.g., identifying milk adulteration using spectral data).
  • Deep learning algorithms predict shelf life based on packaging conditions.

  2. AI in Food Safety and Hygiene Monitoring

2.1 AI-based Sensors for Real-time Food Safety Checks

  • AI-driven sensors monitor temperature, humidity, and hygiene conditions in food storage units and supermarkets.
  • ML-based forecasting predicts food spoilage before it happens, reducing foodborne diseases.

This research bridges the gap between technology and food security, ensuring that AI and ML can revolutionise the way food is produced, processed, and consumed. These technologies enhance quality control, reduce food waste, ensure hygiene, and support sustainable agriculture, leading to a healthier, safer, and more efficient global food system.

Future Research Plans.

AI-Powered Automated Food Sorting & Grading

  • Use Computer Vision & Deep Learning to automate sorting of grains, fruits, and vegetables based on size, ripeness, and defects.
  • Implement Deep Learning models for real-time sorting in food processing units.

Dr Syantan Thakur, Assistant Professor at the Department of Literature and Languages in the Easwari School of Liberal Arts, analyses the Bāull Philosophy through its stories and songs, which project women as a vessel for spiritual realisation and at the same time subject her individuality so as to idealise patriarchal norms. Read the interesting excerpt about his paper to learn more about the topic.

A Brief Abstract of the Research

This research explores how the Bāul tradition of Bengal represents the female body within its mystical and countercultural spiritual philosophy. Central to Bāul belief is deho-tattva—the philosophy that the human body, especially the female body, is the vessel through which spiritual realization is possible. The paper critically examines how women’s bodies are portrayed as sites of divine power (śakti) but are simultaneously idealized in ways that risk reinforcing patriarchal structures. By drawing on feminist theorists like Simone de Beauvoir, Judith Butler, Luce Irigaray, and Rita Gross, the study interrogates whether the Bāul tradition’s symbolic reverence of women genuinely affirms women’s agency or instead reduces them to metaphors for male spiritual advancement. Using Bengali Bāul songs, ethnographic insights, and comparative references to other South Asian mystical traditions, this research argues that the Bāul approach embodies both liberatory and constraining elements for women. The paper calls for an intersectional feminist lens to reconcile these contradictions and to imagine a spiritual practice that fully recognizes the lived experiences and autonomous subjectivity of women within the Bāul cosmos.

Explanation of the Research in Layperson’s Terms

This study looks at a group of mystical singers and spiritual practitioners in Bengal called the Bāuls. They believe that the human body, especially a woman’s body, is sacred and full of divine power. Unlike some other religious traditions that say we should reject the body to find God, the Bāuls say we should honor the body because it connects us to the divine. However, there’s a twist: while the Bāuls praise women’s bodies as powerful and holy, they often do this in ways that turn real women into symbols instead of seeing them as people with their own voices and choices. My research asks: does calling a woman “divine” really help her in everyday life, or does it just make her part of someone else’s story? By studying Bāul songs and talking about feminist ideas, my work tries to show both sides of this spiritual practice—how it can free women from some social limits but also how it might quietly keep old inequalities alive. In the end, it’s about finding a fair balance between spiritual ideas and real-life respect for women

Practical Implementation and Social Implications

This research has important implications for how we think about gender, religion, and cultural traditions today. First, it encourages scholars, artists, and spiritual communities to look critically at how women are represented—not just as sacred symbols but as real people with voices and choices. For Bāul practitioners and followers, the study invites reflection on how to preserve the liberating parts of their tradition while addressing parts that may still reflect patriarchal ideas. Socially, the paper highlights the need for conversations about how spirituality and feminism can work together, especially in India where women often face both religious and cultural restrictions. By showing how the Bāuls both challenge and sometimes uphold old gender roles, this research can help communities, policymakers, and educators find better ways to support women’s rights within cultural practices. Practically, it suggests that empowering female Bāuls—called Bāulinīs—to share their own stories, perform publicly, and teach in their own voices can shift the tradition toward greater gender equality. Overall, this study shows that spiritual traditions can be part of modern conversations about gender justice if we approach them with openness, respect, and critical thinking.

Future Research Plans

  • Regional Literature in Translation
  • Tantric Tradition and Eastern Indian Literature
  • Folk Music of Bengal
  • Indian Philosophy, Aesthetics & Literature

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