Assist. Prof. Dr. Sakthivel Ramalingam | Engineering | Best Researcher Award
Assistant Professor Senior Grade at Vellore Institute of Technology Chennai, India.
Dr. Ramalingam Sakthivel is a distinguished researcher with a focus on fuzzy systems, dynamical networks, and cybersecurity. With a robust academic background and extensive experience in teaching and research, he has established himself as a leading voice in his field. Over the course of 16 years, Dr. Sakthivel has published 38 SCIE-indexed articles in prestigious journals, amassing over 607 citations, an h-index of 15, and an i10-index of 21. He is globally recognized for his innovative work, having contributed significantly to advancing control systems and synchronization analysis in the presence of cyber-attacks. Dr. Sakthivel’s professional journey reflects his commitment to excellence, making him a highly regarded scholar in academia and beyond.
Professional Profile:
Education
Dr. Sakthivel has an exemplary academic record. He earned his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Mathematics from reputable institutions in India. Pursuing his passion for advanced research, he completed his Ph.D. in Mathematics, specializing in control systems and fuzzy logic, from a leading university. His doctoral research laid the foundation for his subsequent groundbreaking work in dynamical systems and cybersecurity. Dr. Sakthivel further enhanced his expertise through postdoctoral research at Chungbuk National University, South Korea, where he delved into synchronization and control strategies for complex systems. His educational journey underscores his dedication to mastering his discipline and advancing knowledge.
Professional Experience
Dr. Sakthivel’s professional career spans over 16 years, during which he has held various academic and research positions. He began as an Assistant Professor in India, where he honed his teaching and mentoring skills. Later, he moved to South Korea for postdoctoral research at Chungbuk National University, focusing on networked control systems under cyber-attacks. Dr. Sakthivel’s experience also includes extensive collaborations with international researchers and serving as a reviewer for over 500 papers in high-impact journals. His dual roles as an educator and researcher reflect his ability to seamlessly blend theoretical insights with practical applications, making significant contributions to academia and industry.
Research Interests
Dr. Sakthivel’s research interests encompass fuzzy systems, dynamical networks, and cybersecurity. He focuses on developing advanced control strategies to address challenges posed by cyber-attacks and synchronization issues in complex systems. His work integrates mathematical modeling, system stability analysis, and optimization techniques to improve system resilience. Additionally, he explores applications of fuzzy logic in real-time systems and their implications for industrial automation and intelligent decision-making. His interdisciplinary approach bridges gaps between mathematics, engineering, and computer science, enabling innovative solutions to pressing challenges in networked control systems.
Research Skills
Dr. Sakthivel possesses exceptional research skills in mathematical modeling, stability analysis, and control system design. He is proficient in utilizing advanced mathematical tools and software to simulate and analyze complex dynamical systems. His expertise extends to synchronization strategies, cybersecurity mechanisms, and fuzzy logic applications, allowing him to address multi-faceted research problems effectively. Additionally, Dr. Sakthivel’s skills in academic writing, critical analysis, and peer review have contributed to his extensive publication record and recognition as a reviewer for leading journals. His ability to synthesize knowledge across disciplines makes him a versatile and impactful researcher.
Awards and Honors
Dr. Sakthivel has received numerous accolades, underscoring his academic and research excellence. He was honored as an “Excellent Researcher of the Hall of Fame” at Chungbuk National University in 2021 and 2023, recognizing his exceptional contributions to the field. He has also secured grants to attend prestigious conferences such as ICIAM (2019, 2023) and ICM (2022). His impactful research has earned him widespread recognition, further solidifying his reputation as a leading scholar in his domain. These awards reflect Dr. Sakthivel’s dedication to advancing knowledge and his standing as an esteemed member of the global academic community.
Conclusion
Dr. Ramalingam Sakthivel is a highly accomplished researcher whose career embodies academic rigor, innovation, and global impact. His extensive publication record, groundbreaking contributions to fuzzy systems and cybersecurity, and dedication to teaching and mentorship make him a standout scholar. While his achievements are already remarkable, his continued pursuit of interdisciplinary research, grant acquisition, and public engagement will undoubtedly enhance his contributions further. Dr. Sakthivel’s work not only advances theoretical knowledge but also addresses practical challenges, making him a valuable asset to academia and industry alike. His achievements position him as a deserving candidate for prestigious recognitions and awards.
Publication Top Notes
- Event-triggered synchronization control for fractional-order IT2 fuzzy multi-weighted complex dynamical networks with deception attacks
Authors: Sakthivel, R., Kwon, O.-M., Park, M.-J.
Year: 2024
Citations: 3 - Finite-Time Resilient Filtering for Discrete-Time T-S Fuzzy Networked Control Systems with Switching Communication Channels under Cyber Attacks
Authors: Sakthivel, R., Kwon, O.-M., Park, M.J.
Year: 2024 - Event-triggered output feedback control design for polynomial fuzzy systems
Authors: Selvaraj, P., Sakthivel, R., Kwon, O.-M.
Year: 2024
Citations: 3 - Design and experimentation of sampled-data controller in T-S fuzzy systems with input saturation through the use of linear switching methods
Authors: Kim, Y., Lee, Y., Lee, S., Sakthivel, R., Kwon, O.
Year: 2024 - Observer-based state estimation for discrete-time semi-Markovian jump neural networks with round-robin protocol against cyber attacks
Authors: Sakthivel, R., Kwon, O.-M., Choi, S.-G.
Year: 2023
Citations: 12 - Equivalent-Input-Disturbance Based Robust Control Design for Fuzzy Semi-Markovian Jump Systems via the Proportional-Integral Observer Approach
Authors: Dharmarajan, A., Arumugam, P., Ramalingam, S., Ramasamy, K.
Year: 2023
Citations: 2 - Event-Triggered Finite-Time Dissipative Filtering for Interval Type-2 Fuzzy Complex Dynamical Networks with Cyber Attacks
Authors: Sakthivel, R., Kwon, O.-M., Park, M.J.
Year: 2023
Citations: 19 - Innate Immune Response Assessment in Cyprinus carpio L. upon Experimental Administration with Artemia salina Bio-Encapsulated Aeromonas hydrophila Bacterin
Authors: Radhakrishnan, A., Prabakaran, D.S., Ramesh, T., Han, H.-S., Jeyachandran, S.
Year: 2023 - Robust memory control design for semi-Markovian jump systems with cyber attacks
Authors: Sakthivel, R., Selvaraj, P., Kwon, O.-M., Choi, S.-G.
Year: 2023
Citations: 2 - Fault Estimation and Fault-Tolerant Control for Networked Control Systems with Packet Dropouts
Authors: Sakthivel, R., Kim, Y., Kavikumar, R., Kwon, O.-M.
Year: 2023 (Conference Paper)