Faculty

K.Rajkumar

 krrcse@tce.edu

9

PUBLICATIONS       

1

CONSULTANCY PROJECTS

27

SEMINAR, CONFERENCE, WORKSHOP ATTENDED

 Educational Qualification

DEGREE BRANCH INSTITUTE YEAR
B.Tech Information Technology Sethu Institute of Technology, Anna University 2016
Diploma Computer Science & Engineering Sai Jothi Polytechnic College, DOTE 2013
M.E. Computer Science & Engineering Thiagarajar College of Engineering, Anna University 2018
Ph.D. Computer Science & Engineering Thiagarajar College of Engineering, Anna University 0

 Experience

PERIOD NO OF YEARS DESIGNATION INSTITUTION
01-06-2018 to 29-02-2020 1 Year 8 Months Associate – Full Stack Developer ConnectIcons, Chennai.
01-03-2024 to 17-08-2024 6 Month (Internship Project) Associate – Full Stack Developer Osiz Technologies Private Limited, Thirunagar, Madurai.

 Publications

 Journals
  1. Rajkumar, K., 2025. Semi-supervised deep-ELM for DDoS attack detection and mitigation using the OptimalLink model in IoT networks. Computers & Security, 152, p.104323.
  2. Rajkumar, K. and Shalinie, S.M., 2025. SHAP-based intrusion detection in IoT networks using quantum neural networks on IonQ hardware. Journal of Parallel and Distributed Computing, 204, p.105133.
  3. Rajkumar, K. and Prasanna, S., 2018. Complete analysis of various attacks in MANET. Int. J. Pure Appl. Math, 119(15), pp.1721-1727.
 Conferences
  1. Stanly, H., Rajkumar k, Shalinie S, M. Paul, R., 2023, December. CDAC: Collaborative Data Augmentation for the Classification of Chest CT Image. In International Conference on Hybrid Intelligent Systems (pp. 226-236). Cham: Springer Nature Switzerland.
  2. Rajkumar, K., Selvaraj, M.S. and Stanly, H., 2024, January. SDN Defense: Detection and mitigation of DDoS attack via IoT Network. In ICDCN (pp. 371-376).
  3. Rani, P.V., Ravi, N., Shalinie, S.M., Pariventhan, P. and Rajkumar, K., 2018, July. Detecting and assuaging against interest flooding attack using statistical hypothesis testing in next generation ICN. In 2018 9th International Conference on Computing, Communication and Networking Technologies (ICCCNT) (pp. 1-7). IEEE.
  4. Rani, P.V., Ravi, N., Shalinie, S.M., Pariventhan, P. and Rajkumar, K., 2018, July. Fuzzy Based Congestion-Aware Secure (FuCaS) Route Selection in ICN. In 2018 9th International Conference on Computing, Communication and Networking Technologies (ICCCNT) (pp. 1-7). IEEE.
 Books
  1. Rajasekaran, R.H., Krishnan, R. and Selvaraj, M.S., 2020. Intelligent Building and Environmental Controls for Futuristic Smart Cities Powered by Cyber Physical Intelligence. In Smart Cyber Physical Systems (pp. 59-78). Chapman and Hall/CRC.
  2. Rajkumar, P.V.R., Arjunan, N.M. and Shalinie, S.M., DIAIF: Detection of Interest Flooding using Artificial Intelligence-based Framework in NDN android.

 Consultancy

NAME OF INDUSTRY DETAILS PERIOD
MeitY Quantum Computing Applications Lab (QCAL), Thiagarajar College of Engineering, Madurai Actively contributed to the MeitY-funded Quantum Computing Applications Lab (QCAL) project titled “Quantum-Safe Cloud Storage Security Solution for Healthcare”. Worked on research activities related to quantum-safe security, quantum computing applications, and healthcare data protection under the guidance of Dr. S. Mercy Shalinie (Project In-Charge) and Dr. M. Vijayalakshmi (Co-Principal Investigator). 01-01-2024 to 31-05-2025

 Seminar, Conference, Workshop Attended

  1. Quantum-Enhanced Diagnosis: Alzheimer's Disease Classification via Quantum Support Vector Machines was presented at the Alzheimer's Association International Conference (AAIC-2026), held from July 12–15, 2026, in London, United Kingdom, and Online. I attended the conference and participated in the technical sessions, gaining insights into recent advancements in Alzheimer's disease research, artificial intelligence, quantum machine learning, and healthcare technologies., 12-07-2026 to 15-07-2026
  2. Med-HQNN: A Robust Hybrid Quantum Neural Network-Based Approach to Adversarial Attacks: This study introduces a Hybrid Quantum Neural Network (HQNN) framework designed to enhance robustness against adversarial attacks in healthcare applications. The paper was presented at the 4th International Conference on Power Engineering and Intelligent Systems (PEIS 2026), organized at NIT Uttarakhand, and published by Springer. This is an International Conference Publication (2026)., 14-03-2026 to 15-03-2026
  3. DIA-QGAN: Quantum-Inspired Generative Learning for Diabetes Prediction: This paper proposes a Quantum-Inspired Generative Adversarial Network (QGAN) model for improving diabetes prediction through enhanced data generation and classification techniques. The research was presented at the International Conference on Materials for Electronics, Energy, Quantum and Biomedical Technologies (MQUBIT 2026), held at Thiagarajar College of Engineering (TCE), Madurai. This is an International Conference Publication (2026)., 11-03-2026 to 13-03-2026
  4. Quantum-Enhanced Generative Learning: Bridging Quantum GAN & Hybrid Quantum GAN: This paper investigates the integration of Quantum Generative Adversarial Networks (QGAN) with Hybrid Quantum GAN architectures to improve generative learning performance in quantum machine learning applications. The work was presented at the 7th International Conference on Communication and Intelligent Systems (ICCIS 2025), conducted at BITS Pilani, Goa Campus, and published by Springer. This is an International Conference Publication (2025)., 26-09-2025 to 27-09-2025
  5. QT-06: Quantum Communication: I attended the QT-06: Quantum Communication programme organized by MNIT Jaipur from August 18 to September 11 (23 days). The programme provided comprehensive knowledge of quantum communication, quantum cryptography, and secure data transmission techniques based on quantum principles., 18-08-2025 to 11-09-2025
  6. QT-05: Quantum Computation: I participated in the QT-05: Quantum Computation programme conducted by MNIT Jaipur from July 11 to August 02 (23 days). The programme focused on quantum computational models and quantum algorithms for solving computationally complex problems efficiently., 11-07-2025 to 02-08-2025
  7. Quantum-Resilient Solutions for Securing Medical Data: This research proposes quantum-resilient security mechanisms to safeguard sensitive medical data against future quantum computing threats by integrating quantum machine learning with cybersecurity techniques. The paper was presented at the 16th International Conference on Computing, Communication and Networking Technologies (ICCCNT 2025), held at IIT Indore, and published in the IEEE Conference Proceedings. This is an International Conference Publication (2025)., 06-07-2025 to 11-07-2025
  8. QT-03/QT-04: Basic Quantum Programming: I completed the QT-03/QT-04: Basic Quantum Programming programme organized by MNIT Jaipur from May 16 to June 07 (23 days). The programme provided hands-on training in quantum programming, covering quantum circuits, quantum gates, and the implementation of basic quantum algorithms., 16-05-2025 to 07-06-2025
  9. QT-02: Foundations of Quantum Technologies: I attended the QT-02: Foundations of Quantum Technologies programme conducted by MNIT Jaipur from April 11 to May 03 (23 days). This programme strengthened my understanding of the fundamentals of quantum computing, including qubits, superposition, entanglement, and the basic principles of quantum mechanics used in computation., 11-04-2025 to 03-05-2025
  10. QT-01: Quantum Technologies and Applications Program: I successfully completed the QT-01: Quantum Technologies and Applications programme conducted by Malaviya National Institute of Technology (MNIT), Jaipur, from February 28 to March 22 (23 days). The programme provided an introduction to quantum technologies and their real-world applications in quantum computing, quantum communication, and cybersecurity., 28-02-2025 to 22-03-2025
  11. Boomerang Packet Testing to Mitigate Wormhole Attack in MANET: This research focuses on improving the security of Mobile Ad Hoc Networks (MANETs) by proposing a boomerang packet testing mechanism to detect and mitigate wormhole attacks. The paper was presented at the 15th International Conference on Computing, Communication and Networking Technologies (ICCCNT 2024), held at IIT Mandi, and was published in the IEEE Conference Proceedings. This is an International Conference Publication (2024)., 24-06-2024 to 28-06-2024
  12. SDN Defense: Detection and Mitigation of DDoS Attack via IoT Network: This paper presents a Software Defined Networking (SDN)-based framework that utilizes machine learning techniques to detect and mitigate Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) attacks in IoT networks. The work was presented at the International Conference on Distributed Computing and Networking (ICDCN 2024), organized at IIT Madras, and published in the ACM Conference Proceedings. This is an International Conference Publication (2024)., 04-01-2024 to 07-01-2024
  13. CDAC: Collaborative Data Augmentation for the Classification of Chest CT: This research presents a collaborative data augmentation framework to improve the classification accuracy of chest CT images using machine learning techniques. The paper was presented at the 23rd International Conference on Hybrid Intelligent Systems, organized by MIR Labs, USA, and published by Springer in 2023. This is an International Conference Publication (2023)., 12-12-2023 to 14-12-2023
  14. Faculty Development Programme on Research Challenges and Opportunities of Cloud and Service Computing: I participated in a two-day Faculty Development Programme conducted by Thiagarajar College of Engineering, Madurai on Research Challenges and Opportunities of Cloud and Service Computing. The programme covered emerging research issues related to cloud computing, service-oriented architectures, scalability, resource management, and service delivery., 16-07-2021 to 17-07-2021
  15. Fuzzy Based Congestion-Aware Secure (FuCaS) Route Selection in ICN: This paper proposes a fuzzy logic-based routing mechanism that provides congestion-aware and secure route selection in Information-Centric Networking (ICN). The work was presented at the 9th International Conference on Computing, Communication and Networking Technologies (ICCCNT 2018), held at IISc Bangalore, and published in the IEEE Conference Proceedings. This is an International Conference Publication (2018)., 10-07-2018 to 12-07-2018
  16. Detecting and Assuaging Against Interest Flooding Attack Using Statistical Hypothesis Testing in Next Generation ICN: This research introduces a statistical hypothesis testing approach to detect and mitigate Interest Flooding Attacks in next-generation Information-Centric Networking environments. The paper was presented at the 9th International Conference on Computing, Communication and Networking Technologies (ICCCNT 2018), held at IISc Bangalore, and published in the IEEE Conference Proceedings. This is an International Conference Publication (2018)., 10-07-2018 to 12-07-2018
  17. State-Level Hands-on Training Programme on Organic and Terrace Gardening: I participated in a one-day State-Level Hands-on Training Programme on Organic and Terrace Gardening organized by Thiagarajar College of Arts and Science, Madurai. The programme provided practical knowledge of sustainable agriculture, organic farming practices, and terrace garden management., 07-05-2018 to 07-05-2018
  18. Workshop on Understanding Human Behavior: I attended a one-day Workshop on Understanding Human Behavior organized by the Counselling Cell of Thiagarajar College of Engineering, Madurai. The workshop focused on psychological behavior, interpersonal relationships, and effective communication skills., 01-03-2018 to 01-03-2018
  19. IET Sponsored Workshop on Recent Advances in Information Technology: I attended an IET-sponsored one-day Workshop on Recent Advances in Information Technology organized by Thiagarajar College of Engineering, Madurai. The workshop provided insights into emerging information technologies, recent research developments, and future directions in the field of information technology., 08-02-2018 to 08-02-2018
  20. Workshop on Artificial Intelligence (VORTEX'18 National Level Symposium): I attended a one-day Workshop on Artificial Intelligence conducted during the VORTEX'18 National Level Symposium at National Institute of Technology (NIT), Tiruchirappalli. The workshop introduced modern artificial intelligence techniques and their practical applications across various domains., 02-02-2018 to 02-02-2018
  21. Hands-on Workshop on Network Performance Analysis using NS-3: I attended a four-day Hands-on Workshop on Network Performance Analysis using NS-3 organized by Mepco Schlenk Engineering College, Sivakasi. The workshop provided practical experience in network simulation, protocol analysis, traffic modeling, and performance evaluation using the NS-3 simulator., 27-12-2017 to 30-12-2017
  22. Short-Term Course on Deep Learning with Applications in Language, Vision, and Control: I completed a two-week Short-Term Course on Deep Learning with Applications in Language, Vision, and Control conducted by Thiagarajar College of Engineering, Madurai. The course enhanced my knowledge of deep learning techniques and their applications in natural language processing, computer vision, and intelligent control systems., 04-12-2017 to 17-12-2017
  23. Faculty Development Programme on Context-Aware Recommender Systems in Cloud Environment: I participated in a two-week Faculty Development Programme conducted by Thiagarajar College of Engineering, Madurai, focusing on Context-Aware Recommender Systems in Cloud Environment. The programme provided knowledge on context-aware computing, recommender system design, and cloud-based architectures., 20-11-2017 to 03-12-2017
  24. Workshop on Network Performance Analysis using NS-3: I attended a two-day Workshop on Network Performance Analysis using NS-3 organized by Thiagarajar College of Engineering, Madurai. The workshop offered practical exposure to evaluating network performance, analyzing traffic behavior, and studying protocol efficiency through simulation., 18-08-2017 to 19-08-2017
  25. Workshop on Android Development: I attended a one-day Workshop on Android Development organized by the Google Developer Groups (GDG) Madurai Team. The programme covered Android application development, activity lifecycle management, user interface design, and application deployment basics., 04-03-2015 to 05-03-2015
  26. Workshop on Java and Mobile Application Development: I participated in a one-day Workshop on Java and Mobile Application Development conducted by NIIT. The workshop introduced Java programming concepts and the fundamentals of mobile application development, including user interface design and application deployment., 02-01-2015 to 03-02-2015
  27. National Seminar on Research Challenges in Big Data and Cloud Computing: I participated in a one-day National Seminar on Research Challenges in Big Data and Cloud Computing conducted by Sethu Institute of Technology, Virudhunagar. The seminar provided insights into current research challenges involving scalability, big data processing, and cloud computing architectures., 05-04-2014 to 06-04-2014

  Awards and Honours

  1. Best Paper Award for the paper titled "DIA-QGAN: Quantum-Inspired Generative Learning for Diabetes Prediction." Received the Best Paper Award at MQUBIT 2026 for outstanding research on Quantum Machine Learning applied to healthcare analytics., Thiagarajar College of Engineering (TCE), Madurai – International Conference on Materials for Electronics, Energy, Quantum and Biomedical Technologies (MQUBIT 2026)
  2. ICDCN 2024 Student Travel Award – Selected for the Student Travel Award to attend the International Conference on Distributed Computing and Networking (ICDCN 2024) held at IIT Madras. The award provided travel grant support covering conference registration, travel, and accommodation expenses., ACM India Council
  3. Awarded Thiagarajar Research Fellowship (TRF) for 2 years and 5 months in recognition of research contributions and academic excellence., Thiagarajar Research Fellow (TRF)
  4. Student Achiever Award for the M.E. Batch (2016–2018), recognizing academic excellence and outstanding overall performance during the M.E. programme., Thiagarajar College of Engineering, Madurai
  5. Runner-Up in the CSR Sthiratha event at YUKTI2K18 National Level Management Fest, demonstrating excellence in management and corporate social responsibility initiatives., Thiagarajar School of Management (TSM), Madurai
  6. First Prize in Shot Put Event – Secured First Prize in the inter-department sports competition, demonstrating athletic performance, sportsmanship, and competitive excellence., Sai Jothi Polytechnic College

 Membership

NAME OF SOCIETY DETAILS PERIOD
Scientific & Technical Research Association (STRA), Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India Corporate Member (Computer Science and Engineering) – Active membership in STRA contributing to professional and research activities in the field of Computer Science and Engineering. 01-01-2019 to Lifetime
The Institution of Engineers (India), Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India Corporate Member (Computer Science and Engineering) – Active professional membership associated with The Institution of Engineers (India), supporting professional development and activities in the field of Computer Science and Engineering. 01-08-2016 to Lifetime

  Other Achievements

  1. Reviewer – ACM Transactions on Privacy and Security
  2. Reviewer – Elsevier, Internet of Things Journal
  3. Reviewer – IEEE Transactions on Cognitive Communications and Networking
  4. Reviewer – IEEE Transactions on Network and Service Management
  5. NPTEL Certification – Introduction to Quantum Computing: Quantum Algorithms and Qiskit. Successfully completed the course covering fundamentals of quantum computing, quantum algorithms, and implementation using Qiskit.
  6. IIT Bombay - Basic 3D Animation using Blender Certification (Grade A) – Successfully completed the certification with Grade A, demonstrating proficiency in 3D modeling, animation, and Blender fundamentals.
  7. EMC² Corporation (now Dell EMC) - International Certification Course on Cloud Infrastructure and Services – Successfully completed an international certification covering cloud infrastructure, cloud computing concepts, and cloud service models.