Prof. Devendra Gowda of Acharya Institute of Technology, Bangalore

  Prof. Devendra Gowda is an academician with over 15 years of teaching and professional experience. He holds B.Tech and M.Tech degrees from Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi, and is pursuing research in Cyber-physical Systems in Smart Grid. He has also completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Intellectual Property Rights (PGDIPR) from Indira Gandhi National Open University.

 He is currently associated with the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering at Acharya Institute of Technology, Bangalore. His professional experience includes academic and administrative roles, innovation and intellectual property activities, and active involvement in IEEE initiatives. He has served in several IEEE and professional leadership roles and contributed to the development of student branches and professional chapters.

 He is currently serving as Chair of the Student Activities Committee (SAC), IEEE Bangalore Section, and is actively involved in IEEE PES, IEEE PELS and other technical and professional activities. He has delivered numerous talks and workshops on Innovation, Intellectual Property Rights, Electric Vehicles, Cybersecurity and related emerging technologies.

Biography:

      Devendra Gowda, a distinguished academician, seamlessly integrates an extensive educational background with over 15 years of valuable experience, thereby leaving a lasting impact on the academic landscape. His educational journey commenced with B.Tech and M.Tech degrees from Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi and currently Pursuing his research in Cyber-physical systems in Smart Grid from VTU Belagavi. He further enriched his knowledge by obtaining a Post Graduate Diploma in Intellectual Property Rights (PGDIPR) from Indira Gandhi National Open University. Currently, he is working in the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering at Acharya Institute of Technology, Bangalore. Throughout his academic career, Devendra has held influential roles in the Department of Electrical Engineering at SGU Kolhapur and DKTE Textile and Engineering Institute, Kolhapur. His commitment to education and innovation is underscored by certifications such as being a certified Innovation Ambassador in the Institution's Innovation Council (IIC), acknowledged by the Ministry of Education (MoE), Govt. of India & AICTE. Additionally, he is certified as a "Trainers Training for Nation Building" under BRIDGE from Bosch Skill India. Recognized for his contributions, Devendra has received accolades such as the IEEE STEM Champion from Global IEEE, Promising Young Teacher Award from Shivaji  University, Kolhapur, and has served as an Evaluator for Toycathon-2021,IEEE EPICS-2024 & 2025, IEEE PES Humanitarian Technology Project Design and Implementation (HTPDI) 2023 & 2024. His enthusiasm for learning is evident through the completion of 18+ NPTEL/Swayam certification courses and the publication of 12 papers in journals and 14 papers in conferences. In his multifaceted professional journey, he has actively engaged with various professional bodies, serving as an IEEE Student Branch Counselor, IIC Coordinator, T&P, Consultant, and IPR Cell Head. Moreover, he has held key positions as a Secretary for the Student Activities Committee (SAC) IEEE Bombay Section in 2022 and served as a Regional Representative for the IEEE Bombay Section. His leadership roles include being the Region 10(Asia & Pacific) IEEE PES YP Chapter Representative in 2023, IEEE PES DAY Ambassador in 2021, 2022, and 2023; IEEE Xtreme Mentor in 16.0 and 17.0; and IEEE Day Ambassador in 2021, 2022, and 2023; He is involved in the formation of about 30+ New student Branches and 35+ society chapters in Bombay Section & Bangalore Section. Beyond his academic and administrative roles, Devendra is an engaging speaker and workshop facilitator, contributing expertise in over 70+ talks on various subjects, including Innovation, Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), Electric Vehicles, and Cybersecurity across Maharashtra, Karnataka, and other states of India. Actively involved in organizations such as Indian Smart Grid Forum as a Board of Governor (BoG), as a Member of IEI, and ISTE, he stands as an epitome of academic excellence, innovation, and leadership in the field of electrical engineering. Currently (2023-25), He is serving as an Executive Committee member of the IEEE Bangalore Section, IEEE CAS Bangalore Section, IEEE PES Chapter Bangalore Section, Treasurer -Consultant network affinity Group and SAC Chair for the IEEE Bangalore Section 

Address:Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Dr. Venkatesha Muniswamy of Sai Vidya Institute of Technology, Bangalore

 Dr. Venkatesha Muniswamy is a Dean – Innovation, Consultancy and Entrepreneurship and Professor in the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering at Sai Vidya Institute of Technology, Bengaluru. He has over 17 years of experience in teaching, research, academic leadership and innovation. He holds a Ph.D. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, with doctoral research focused on Design, Modeling and Development of Opto-Fluidic Channels for Bio-Sensing Applications.

 His research interests include Integrated Bio-Photonics, Antennas & RF, and Quantum Computing. He has successfully guided Ph.D. scholars and is actively involved in research and academic development.

 He served as Head of the Department of ECE at Sai Vidya Institute of Technology and has contributed to institutional quality initiatives, academic planning and accreditation activities. He has also served in academic governance roles at VTU, including the Board of Studies and Board of Examiners.

 Dr. Venkatesha Muniswamy is a Senior Member of IEEE and currently serves as Chair of the IEEE Photonics Society Bangalore Chapter. He has been recognized for his contributions through IEEE Bangalore Section Outstanding Volunteer and Best Branch Counselor recognitions, as well as IEEE MTT-S Region 10 Outstanding Volunteer recognition. His professional focus is on leadership, research and innovation to empower talent and drive institutional excellence.

Biography:

 Dr. Venkatesha Muniswamy is a Dean – Innovation, Consultancy and Entrepreneurship and Professor of ECE at Sai Vidya Institute of Technology, Bengaluru, with over 17 years of experience in teaching, research, academic leadership and innovation. He holds a Ph.D. in Electrical & Electronics Engineering, with doctoral research titled “Design, Modeling & Development of Opto-Fluidic Channel for Bio-Sensing Applications.” He has also completed an AICTE QIP PG Certification Programme in Data Science & Quantum Computing at ABV-IIITM Gwalior.

 He served as a Research Fellow on a DST-funded research project on the Design, Analysis and Modelling of an Opto-Fluidic Bio-Sensor. With over 7 years of post-Ph.D. experience, he has successfully guided Ph.D. scholars and currently guides research scholars. His research interests include Integrated Bio-Photonics, Antennas & RF and Quantum Computing.

 He has served as Head of the Department of ECE at Sai Vidya Institute of Technology and has contributed to NAAC accreditation and institutional quality initiatives. He has also served in academic governance roles at VTU, including the Board of Studies and Board of Examiners.
He is a Senior Member of IEEE and currently serves as Chair of the IEEE Photonics Society Bangalore Chapter. His contributions have been recognized through IEEE Bangalore Section Outstanding Volunteer and Best Branch Counselor recognitions and IEEE MTT-S Region 10 Outstanding Volunteer recognition.

Address:Bangalore, Karnataka, India