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    Academic Background

    Academic Journey & Achievements

    Prof. (Dr.) Rakesh K. Yadav began his academic journey with a strong foundation in engineering and research. He completed his Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) and Master of Technology (M.Tech.) in Electronics & Communication Engineering from Uttar Pradesh Technical University (UPTU), Lucknow. He further pursued advanced research and earned his Ph.D. in Electronics Engineering from IIT (ISM), Dhanbad.


    This rigorous academic training laid the groundwork for a career that integrates teaching excellence, research innovation, and institutional leadership.

    Teaching, Research & Academic Leadership Experience

    With over 21 years of teaching experience, 15 years in research, and 13 years in academic administration, Prof. Yadav represents a rare blend of educator, researcher, and administrator.

    Throughout his career, he has served in progressive academic roles across reputed institutions, contributing to:

    Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate engineering programs
    Academic administration and governance
    Faculty mentoring and development
    Curriculum design and outcome-based education
    Digital transformation and institutional automation

    His leadership roles include positions such as Vice Chancellor, Professor & Director Academics, Dean Academics, Professor & Director, Associate Professor, Head of Department, and Assistant Professor across multiple institutions.

    Research Supervision & Scholarly Guidance

    A major academic milestone of Prof. Yadav’s career is his contribution to research mentorship. He has:

    Successfully guided 21 Ph.D. scholars
    Supervised numerous B.Tech. and M.Tech. projects under Uttar Pradesh Technical University and other universities
    Acted as Project Supervisor for postgraduate and undergraduate research work over multiple academic cycles

    His supervision work reflects sustained involvement in nurturing research aptitude and scholarly rigor among students.

    Research Publications & Academic Output

    Prof. Yadav has authored and co-authored a large body of research publications in reputed national and international journals and conference proceedings. His research contributions span areas including:

    Solar energy systems and solar distillation
    Rectennas and antenna design
    Wireless communication and microwave engineering
    Artificial intelligence and deep learning applications
    Image tampering detection and video anomaly detection
    Energy, exergy, exergoeconomic and enviroeconomic analysis

    Several of his publications are SCI-indexed and Scopus-indexed, with cited impact factors as documented in the source file. His work has been published by journals and publishers such as Elsevier, Taylor & Francis, IET, and IEEE digital libraries.

    Books Authored & Co-Authored

    Prof. Yadav has contributed significantly to academic literature through seven published books, addressing both core engineering domains and emerging technologies:

    Environmental Management for Sustainable Development (2023)
    AI for Engineers (2021)
    Electronic Waste – Recent Trends and Practices (2021)
    Renewable Energy Resources (2020)
    Getting Familiar with Python Programming (2020)
    Computer System Security (2020)
    Router Technology in Internet (2018)

    These publications reflect his interdisciplinary academic approach and commitment to accessible, application-oriented learning.

    Patents & Academic Innovation

    Innovation forms a core pillar of Prof. Yadav’s academic achievements. His intellectual property portfolio includes:

    International Patents (Granted – 4)

    Innovations in:

    IoT-based women and school-girl security systems
    Automatic mineral water quality testing systems
    Performance improvement of free space optical communication links
    UV-based kitchen item cleaning and disinfecting devices
    National Patents (Filed/Published – 22)

    Covering areas such as:

    Health monitoring systems using electronic jewellery
    Crowd detection and notification systems
    Smart waste and mining management
    Biometric security systems
    Intelligent vehicles and safety systems
    Robotics, automation, and AI-based analytics

    These patents demonstrate sustained applied research translating academic ideas into practical, scalable solutions.

    Conferences, Lectures & Academic Engagement

    Prof. Yadav has actively contributed to academic discourse through:

    Expert lectures at AICTE-sponsored Faculty Development Programs
    Intelligent vehicles and safety systems
    Robotics, automation, and AI-based analytics
    Invited talks at national conferences and universities
    Session chair roles at international conferences

    His lectures have addressed advanced technical topics including wireless technologies, space solar power, rectennas, industrial electronics applications, and smart city technologies.

    Academic Programmes, FDPs & Conferences Organized

    As part of his leadership in academic capacity building, Prof. Yadav has organized:

    National conferences in engineering, science, humanities, and social sciences
    AICTE- and AKTU-sponsored Faculty Development Programs
    Workshops on genetic algorithms, wireless communication, VLSI design, and emerging technologies
    Startup and innovation-focused bootcamps in collaboration with incubation centers

    These initiatives reflect his commitment to institutional growth, faculty upskilling, and research culture development.

    Examiner, Evaluator & Academic Governance Roles

    Prof. Yadav has contributed extensively to academic quality assurance through roles such as:

    Practical and theory examiner for B.Tech. and M.Tech. programs
    Paper setter for IGNOU
    Observer (Flying Squad Member) in university examinations
    Project guide and evaluator across multiple universities

    His involvement in assessment systems ensured academic standards and evaluation integrity over many years.

    Professional Societies & Editorial Contributions

    He has also served the academic community through:

    IEEE Student Branch Counselor
    IET Student Chapter Faculty In-charge
    Reviewer and editor for national and international conferences sponsored by AICTE, DST, and IEEE

    These roles highlight his engagement beyond classrooms into broader academic governance and peer review.