Dr. Yamuna K. S has been serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering at Sona College of Technology, Salem, since 21st July 2011, accumulating over 18 years of academic and research experience. She has consistently demonstrated excellence in teaching, mentoring, and research, contributing significantly to technological innovation and applied engineering education.

Her areas of expertise include IoT-based smart systems, automation, renewable energy technologies, and AI-driven control mechanisms. Throughout her career, she has played a pivotal role in bridging theoretical knowledge with practical applications through project-based learning and industry collaboration.

Research & Innovation Contributions

Dr. Yamuna’s commitment to research and innovation is reflected through her 21 international journal publications, 20 international conference papers, and 19 national conference presentations. She has also undertaken 9 research projects, emphasizing innovation in sustainable technologies, healthcare automation, and smart infrastructure.

She holds six patents, including three published and three recently filed during AY 2024–25, on advanced interdisciplinary topics such as:

• IoT-based Sensorless Controller for Smart Farming

• 5G IoT Network for Smart Environments

• Automated Medicine Dispenser Systems

• Bio-Based Smart Cooling Seat with AI-Controlled Thermal Regulation

• Piezoelectric Acoustic Resonance Monitoring for Disaster Detection

• Self-Charging Battery using Ambient Oxygen Redox Chemistry

These works demonstrate her pioneering approach in integrating IoT, AI, and sustainable energy technologies to develop smart, human-centric solutions.

Publications & Academic Contributions

Dr. Yamuna has authored and published four books and several technical manuals that have greatly benefited engineering students:

• Total Quality Management (Scientific Publishing House, 2022)

• Basic Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Notion Press, 2022)

• Electric Circuit Analysis (Sona Versity, 2012)

• Training modules and laboratory manuals on REVIT-MEP for industrial readiness and applied learning.

Awards & Recognitions

Dr. Yamuna has received numerous awards that recognize her excellence in innovation, teaching, and research:

• Top 5% NPTEL Topper in E-Waste Management, April 2025.

• Best Paper Award for “Building a seamless bedside network for enhanced autonomy and wellbeing” – ICGCCT 2024.

• Best Innovative Teacher Award by Novel Research Academy, 2021–22.

• Best Paper Presentation Award at Global Technology Forum 2020 (ICTACT Academy).

• Honored as Elite Alumnus by Sona College of Technology on International Women’s Day 2018.

She has also been a Resource Person, Jury, and Chief Guest at several academic and professional forums, emphasizing her role as a thought leader in emerging technologies.

Professional Engagements

Dr. Yamuna has been actively involved in academic service and technical leadership, including:

• Programme Advisory Committee Member (PAC) at Thiagarajar Polytechnic College, Salem.

• Jury and Expert Member in national and international conferences.

• Resource Person for workshops and symposiums on Industrial Automation, AI, and Smart Systems.

Her dedication to nurturing student innovation is also evident through her mentorship in placement-oriented training programs that led to significant student success in the MEP domain.

Eligibility for Innovative Researcher of the Year

Dr. Yamuna K. S embodies the spirit of an Innovative Researcher through her consistent contributions to applied research, patent-driven innovation, and interdisciplinary technological advancement. Her work seamlessly integrates AI, IoT, renewable energy, and human-centric design, reflecting a forward-thinking approach aligned with global scientific and societal needs.

Her leadership in research projects, prolific publication record, and successful patent portfolio make her highly deserving of the “Innovative Researcher of the Year” award under Scientific Laurels.