Dr. Rakesh Kumar Yadav is an accomplished academician and researcher currently serving as Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science & Engineering at Maharishi School of Engineering & Technology (MSOET), Maharishi University of Information Technology (MUIT), Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, since September 2022. With a strong foundation in computer science and engineering, his academic career is marked by consistent contributions to teaching, research, and institutional development. He has actively mentored postgraduate and doctoral-level research and contributed to curriculum development and academic governance.

Research Expertise & Interests

Dr. Yadav’s research spans cutting-edge domains including Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things (IoT), Big Data Analytics, Smart Healthcare Systems, Smart Agriculture, Automation, and Deep Learning Applications. His interdisciplinary approach integrates theoretical research with practical, real-world problem solving, particularly in healthcare monitoring, intelligent systems, and sustainable technology solutions.

Research Publications & Scholarly Output

Dr. Yadav has an impressive scholarly record with 57 research publications, including:

• 08 papers in SCI / SCI-E / Web of Science indexed journals

• 43 Scopus-indexed publications

• 14 Scopus-indexed international conference papers

His work is widely cited and contributes significantly to advancements in intelligent computing and applied AI.

Patents, Intellectual Property & Innovation

A strong advocate of translational research, Dr. Yadav holds notable intellectual property achievements:

• 01 Utility Patent (Granted) – Hand Exercise Device for Arthritis Patient (Patent No. 514144, granted on 28-Sep-2024)

• 02 Design Patents (Granted)

• 06 Additional Patents Filed & Published in domains such as AI-based healthcare monitoring, smart agriculture, IoT-enabled systems, and image fraud detection

These innovations highlight his commitment to technology-driven societal impact.

Books, Book Chapters & Academic Authorship

Dr. Yadav has authored 03 academic books and 03 book chapters, published by reputed international publishers such as AGPH Books, LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing, Springer Nature, IGI Global, and others. His books on Machine Learning concepts and applications are widely used by students and researchers.

Editorial, Reviewer & Professional Service

He plays an active role in the global research ecosystem as:

• Editorial Board Member of reputed international journals

• Young Editorial Board Member of Digital Manufacturing Technology

• Reviewer for SCI/Scopus-indexed journals, M.Tech dissertations, and Ph.D. theses

His editorial contributions reflect his academic leadership and peer recognition.

Conference Leadership & Academic Engagement

Dr. Yadav has served extensively in academic conferences as:

• Session Chairperson at multiple international and national conferences including INDIACom (2023 & 2024)

• Technical Program Chair for IMPACT 2026

• Technical Committee / Advisory Committee Member for several international conferences

• Organizer of Special Sessions, Publication Chair, and Guest Speaker

  • He also conducted the International Conference on Recent Advances in Multidisciplinary Engineering (ICRAME 2026) at Maharishi University of Information Technology (MUIT), Lucknow, India, on 1st–2nd April 2026, serving as the Convener and leading the successful planning, coordination, and execution of the conference.

  
  

Projects, Consultancy & Capacity Building

He has successfully completed in-house funded product development projects, consultancy assignments, and has 04 major research proposals under review with SERB and UPCST as Principal Investigator. Additionally, he has coordinated ICT-based Short Term Courses (STC) and FDPs under NITTTR Chandigarh, strengthening faculty capacity and research culture.

Awards & Honors

Dr. Yadav’s excellence has been recognized through multiple prestigious awards, including:

• Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Best Researcher Award – 2025
  (Unisoftways Solutions, India)

• Outstanding Contribution in Academic Year 2022–23
  (MUIT, Lucknow)

• Best Researcher Award – 2022
  (IJMTST Excellence Award – 2022, International Journal of Modern Trends in Science and Technology (IJMTST), Vijayawada, India)

Eligibility for Best Researcher of the Year

Based on his exceptional research productivity, high-impact publications, granted patents, editorial leadership, conference stewardship, innovation-driven projects, and consistent national and international recognition, Dr. Rakesh Kumar Yadav fully meets and strongly exceeds the eligibility criteria for the “Best Researcher of the Year” award under Scientific Laurels. His sustained contributions to scientific research, innovation, and academic excellence make him a highly deserving and competitive candidate for this prestigious honor.