MTech (IITG) PhD (IITG)
Electronics and Communication Engineering
Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering
Gauhati University, Guwahati, 781014
Email: kandarpaks[at]gauhati[dot]ac[dot]in
Dr. Kandarpa Kumar Sarma, currently serving as Professor and Head, Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, GUIST, Gauhati University specializes in Mobile Communication, Artifical Intelligence and Applications, Machine Learning and Deep Learning, Software Defined Radio, Cognitive Radio, Speech Processing, Antenna Design and related areas.
He completed MTech in Signal Processing and PhD in Mobile Communication from Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IITG). He also finished Post.Doc Research from Technical University Sofia, Sofia, Bulgaria (2014-15).
Further, he was part of a Leadership Development Programme under AICTE-UKIERI in 2019 including visit to UK in 2019. Moreover, he qualified CMI 5 Level Diploma in Management and Leadership under CMI, UK.
Research areas
Teaching (during last five years)
Research Projects
Completed six as Chief Investigator (one minor and five major)
Research Guidance
PhD
Awarded
(a) Tripti Rani Bora (2016)
(b) Mridusmita Sharma, Viseswaraya fellow (2018)
(c) Mousmita Sarma, Viseswaraya fellow (2019)
(d) Manami Barthakur, Viseswaraya fellow (2021)
(e) Aradhana Misra (2021)
(f) Surajit Deka, Viseswaraya fellow (2022)
(g) Ananya Choudhury, Viseswaraya fellow (2022)
(h) Debashish Dev Misra (2022) (Under ASTU)
(i) Sivaranjan Goswami (2023)
UG/PG Disseration/Project
MTech dissertation- About 200 completed, ongoing- 6; MPhil- Completed 2, MSc- Over 150, BTech- around 50
Awards and Achievements
1. Visiting Professor- Saint Petersburg Electrotechnical University "LETI", Russian Federation (October to December, 2020).
2. AICTE Emerging Area Expert in AI, IoT, Robotics
3. Completed Leadership Development Programme under AICTE-UKIERI in 2019 including visit to UK.
4. Completed CMI 5 Level Diploma in Management and Leadership under CMI, UK
5. N. V. Gadadhar Memorial Award, Year: 2014, Awarding Organisation: Institution of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers (IETE).
6. Member, IEEE Computational Intelligence Society Task Force on Deep Learning (http://deeplearning.math.unipd.it/people.html)
7. Received VidyaSagar 2023 Award for contributions towards Science and Technology (MICRO 2023), July, Guwahati, India.
8. Editor in Chief, International Journal of Intelligent System Design and Computing, Inderscience, Switzerland and UK International Journal of Intelligent Systems Design and Computing, Inderscience.
9. Editor in Chief, WSEAS Transactions on Computers (http://wseas.org/wseas/cms.action?id=4026)
10. Editor-in-Chief, International Journal of Circuits and Electronics (http://www.iaras.org/iaras/journals/ijce#editorial-board)
11. Associate Editor, Network: Computation in Neural Systems (Taylor and Francis)
12. Associate Editor, WSEAS Transactions on Electronics (http://wseas.org/cms.action?id=13363)
Book
Edited (recent)
Selected Papers
1. Gautam Chakraborty, Mridusmita Sharma, Navajit Saikia and Kandarpa Kumar Sarma, ”Soft-Computation Based Speech Recognition System for Sylheti Language”, International Journal of Speech Technology, April, 2022.
2. Kandarpa Kumar Sarma, Kunal Kingkar Das, Vikash Misra, Samadrita Bhuyia and Dmitri Kaplan, “Learning Aided System for Agriculture Monitoring Designed Using Image Processing and IoT-CNN”, IEEE Access, April, 2022.
3. Aradhana Misra, Manash Pratim Sarma, Kandarpa Kumar Sarma, and Nikos Mastorakis, “Temporal Deep Learning Assisted UAV Communication Channel Model For Application in EH-MIMO-NOMA Set-up’. IEEE Journal of Communications and Networks, April,
4. Arifa Sultana, Aroop Bardalai and Kandarpa Kumar Sarma, “Salp Swarm-Artificial Neural Network Based Cyber-Attack Detection in Smart Grid”, Neural Processing Letters, February, 2022.
5. Dmitrii Kaplun, Alexander Voznesensky, Alexander Veligosha, Igor Kalmykov and Kandarpa Kumar Sarma, “Technique to adjust adaptive digital filter coefficients in Residue Number System based filters”, IEEE Access, June, 2021.
6. Sivaranjan Goswami, Kumaresh Sarmah, Pranjal Borah and Kandarpa Kumar Sarma, “Design of a Dual-Band Multilayer Antenna and its Equivalent Circuit Modeling with Vector-Fitting and Genetic Algorithm”, AEUE - International Journal of Electronics and Communications, vol. 138, 153838, May 2021.
7. Aradhana Misra and Kandarpa Kumar Sarma, “Outage Analysis of Multi-Source Energy Harvesting in a NOMA assisted Network”, International Journal of Electronics Letters, https://doi.org/10.1080/February, 2021.
8. Ananya Choudhury and Kandarpa Kumar Sarma, “A CNN-LSTM Based Ensemble Framework for In-air Handwritten Assamese Character Recognition”, Multimedia Tools and Applications, Springer, December, 2021.
9. Purabi Sharma, Kandarpa Kumar Sarma and Nikos E. Mastorakis, “Artificial Intelligence Aided Electronic Warfare Systems- Recent Trends and Evolving Applications”, IEEE Access, Vol. 8, pp. 224761 - 224780, 2020.
10. Aradhana Misra and Kandarpa Kumar Sarma, “Dual-Ordered Non Orthogonal Multiple Access with Decode and Forward Relaying”, IET Communications, Volume 14, Issue 17, , pp. 3065 3072, 27 October 2020.
11. Manami Barthakur, Kandarpa Kumar Sarma and Nikos Mastorakis, “Modified Semi-Supervised Adversarial Deep Network and Classifier Combination for Segmentation of Satellite Images”, IEEE Access, vol. 8, pp. 117972-117985, 2020.
12.Arifa Sultana, Aroop Bardalai and Kandarpa Kumar Sarma, “Wireless Sensor Network Based Smart Grid Supported by a Cognitively Driven Load Management Decision Making”, Neural Processing Letters, May, 2020.
13. Mousmita Sarma, Kandarpa Kumar Sarma and Nagendra Goel, “Multi-task Learning DNN to Improve Gender Identification from Speech Leveraging Age Information of the Speaker”, International Journal of Speech Technology, vol. 23, pp. 223240, 2020. I.F- 1.86
14. Sabyasachi Bhattacharyya, Aradhana Misra and Kandarpa Kumar Sarma, “A BCH Code Assisted Modified LSPF-DPLL Topology for Nakagami-m, Rayleigh and Rician Fading Channels”, Elsevier Journal of Digital Communications and Networks, vol. 5, no. 2, pp. 102-110, May 2019. I.F- 5.15
15. Mosumita Sarma and Kandarpa Kumar Sarma, ”Long Term Critical Band Energy Based Feature Set for Dialect Identification using Neuro-Fuzzy Approach”, IEEE Journal of Intelligent Systems, vol. 33, no.1, pp. 40-52, 2018.
16. Manasjyoti Bhuyan, Kandarpa Kumar Sarma and Nikos Mastorakis, ”Nonlinear Mobile Link Adaptation Using Modified FLNN and Channel Sounder Arrangement”, IEEE Access, vol. 5, 10390-10402, June, 2017.
17. Ananya Choudhury, Anjan Kumar Talukdar, Manas Kamal Bhuyan and Kandarpa Kumar Sarma, “Movement Epenthesis Detection for Continuous Sign Language Recognition”, Journal of Intelligent Systems (JISYS), vol. 26, no. 2, May, 2017.
18. Sivaranjan Goswami, Kumaresh Sarmah, Angana Sarma, Kandarpa Kumar Sarma and Sunandan Baruah, “Design of a CSRR based compact microstrip antenna for image rejection in RF down-converter based WLAN receivers”, International Journal of Electronics and Communications (AE), vol. 75, pp. 128134, 2017.
19. Manasjyoti Bhuyan and Kandarpa Kumar Sarma, ”Learning Aided Behavioral Modeling and Adaptive Digital Pre-distortion Design for Nonlinear Power Amplifier”, IEEE Sensors Journal, vol. 16, no. 16, August 15, 2016.
20. Manasjyoti Bhuyan, Kandarpa Kumar Sarma and Nikos Mastorakis, “Neuro-Computational Frameworks for Non-linear Stochastic Wireless Channels”, Springer Evolving Systems, vol. 8, no. 2, pp 109120, June 2017.
21. Swapna Agarwalla and Kandarpa Kumar Sarma, Machine learning based sample extraction for automatic speech recognition using dialectal Assamese speech, Elsevier Neural Networks, Vol. 78 no C, pp. 97-111, June 2016.
22. Mousmita Sarma and Kandarpa Kumar Sarma, “Segmentation of Assamese Phonemes using Hybrid Soft-computational Approach”, International Journal of Parallel, Emergent and Distributed Systems, Vol. 28, No. 4, pp. 370-382, May, 2013.
23. Mousmita Sarma and Kandarpa Kumar Sarma, “An ANN based approach to Recognize Initial Phonemes of Spoken Words of Assamese Language”, Elsevier International Journal of Applied Soft Computing, vol. 13, no. 5, pp. 2281-2291, May, 2013.
Book Chapters (last five)
1. Punam Dutta Choudhury, Ankumoni Bora and Kandarpa Kumar Sarma, “Big Spectrum Data and Deep Learning Techniques for Cognitive Wireless Networks ”, as part of Deep Learning Innovations and Their Convergence With Big Data included in the series Advances in Data Mining and Database Management (ADMDM), pp. 33- 60, IGI Global, USA, August, 2017.
2. Aradhana Misra and Kandarpa Kumar Sarma, “Self-Organization and Optimization in Heterogenous Networks”, as part of Interference Mitigation and Energy Management in 5G Heterogeneous Cellular Networks included in the series Advances in Wireless Technologies and Telecommunication (AWTT), pp. 246-268, IGI Global, USA, November, 2016.
3. Biju Phukan Bhagawati and Kandarpa Kumar Sarma, “Application of Face Recognition Techniques in Video for Biometric Security: A Review of Basic Methods and Emerging Trends”, as part of Handbook of Research on Modern Cryptographic Solutions for Computer and Cyber Security included in the series Advances in Information Security, Privacy, and Ethics (AISPE) , pp. 460- 478, IGI Global, USA, June, 2016.
4. Angana Sarma, Kumaresh Sarmah, Kandarpa Kumar Sarma, Sivaranjan Goswami and Sunandan Baruah, “Soft-Computing-Based Optimization of Low Return Loss Multiband Microstrip Patch Antenna”, as part of Handbook of Research on Natural Computing for Optimization Problems included in the series Advances in Wireless Technologies and Telecommunication (AWTT), pp. 616- 651, IGI Global, USA, May, 2016.
5. Surajit Deka and Kandarpa Kumar Sarma, ”Joint Source Channel Coding and Diversity Techniques for 3G/4G/LTE-A: A Review of Current Trends and Technologies“, as part of SelfOrganized Mobile Communication Technologies and Techniques for Network Optimization included in the series Advances in Wireless Technologies and Telecommunication (AWTT), pp. 190- 217, IGI Global, USA, May, 2016.
Books
1. Kandarpa Kumar Sarma, Communication System Design using Matlab, Vikas Publishing, New Delhi, 2015.
2. Basab Bijoy Purkayastha and Kandarpa Kumar Sarma, A Digital Phase Locked Loop based Signal and Symbol Recovery System for Wireless Channel, as part of “Studies in Computational Intelligence”, Springer Verlag, Berlin, Germany, pages- 275, July, 2014.
3. Mousumita Sarma and Kandarpa Kumar Sarma, Phoneme-Based Speech Segmentation using Hybrid Soft Computing Framework, as part of “Studies in Computational Intelligence”, Vol. 550, Springer Verlag, Berlin, Germany, pages- 186, ISBN 978-81-322-1861-6, 2014.
4. Kandarpa Kumar Sarma, Fundamentals of Audio-Visual Systems- Basic Principles and Applications, Kalyani Publishing, New Delhi, 2013.
5. Kandarpa Kumar Sarma, Demystifying Matlab, Vikas Publishing, New Delhi, 2010.
6. Kandarpa Kumar Sarma, Electronics Lab Primer, Global Publishing House, Visakhapattanam, 2009.
Edited Volumes
1. Kandarpa Kumar Sarma, Manash Pratim Sarma and Mousmita Sarma, Recent Trends in Intelligent and Emerging Systems, Springer, 2015.
2. Kandarpa Kumar Sarma, Manash Pratim Sarma and Mousumita Sarma, Intelligent Applications for Heterogeneous System Modelling and Design, IGI Global, USA, 2015.
3. Prabin Kumar Bora, S. R. M. Prasanna, Kandarpa Kumar Sarma, and Navajit Saikia, Advances in Communication and Computing, LNEE, Springer, 2015.
1. Convener, Six Day National Workshop on Nano-electronics (IEEE Solid State Circuit Society Kolkata chapter sponsored), Gauhati University, 1- 6 Aug., 2017.
2. Coordinator, Short Duration Faculty Development Programme on Fundamentals of Analog Integrated Circuit Design from 23 31 January, 2017 at Gauhati University (co-organized with EICTA, IITG).
3. Organized special session titled “Knowledge Aided Designs and Optimization in Communication and Computation”, in conjunction with 2015 IEEE Symposium on Computational Intelligence for Communication Systems and Networks (CiComms 2015) part of IEEE Symposium Series on Computational Intelligence (SSCI), Cape town, South Africa, 7-10 December, 2015.
4. Session Chair, Signal Processing III as part of 2nd IEEE International Conference on Signal Processing and Integrated Networks (SPIN-2015), Noida, India, Feb., 2015.
5. Organizer and Chairperson, Special session titled “Intelligent Applications in Communication and Computation”, in conjunction with 2014 IEEE Symposium on Computational Intelligence for Communication Systems and Networks (CiComms 2014) part of IEEE Symposium Series on Computational Intelligence (SSCI), Orlando FL (USA), 9-12 December, 2014.
6. Organizer and Chairperson, Special session titled “Knowledge Aided System Design” as part of 1st IEEE International Conference on Signal Processing and Integrated Networks (SPIN-2014), Noida, India, Feb., 2014.
7. Session Chair, 1st International Conference on WIRELESS and MOBILE COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS (WMCS ’13), Paris, France, October 29-31, 2013.
Reviewer of over 50 international Journals
1. IEEE Transctions on Communicaitons
2. IEEE Transactions on Neural Networks and Learning System.
3. IEEE Signal Processing Letters.
4. IEEE Transactions on Cognitive and Developmental Systems
5. IEEE Transactions on Information Forensics and Security
6. IEEE Transactions on Cybernetics
7. IEEE Journal of Biomedical and Health Informatics
8. Elsevier Neural Networks.
9. Elsevier Measurement.
10. Elsevier Neurocomputing.
11. Elsevier Computer Methods and Programs in Biomedicine.
12. Elsevier Engineering Science and Technology.
13. Elsevier Computer Methods and Programs in Biomedicine.
14. Elsevier Annals of Nuclear Energy.
15. Elsevier Ain Shams Engineering Journal.
16. Elsevier Journal of Energy Institute.
17. Elsevier Journal of Computational Design and Engineering.
18. Elsevier Journal of King Saud University- Science.
19. Elsevier Journal of King Saud University- Computer and Information Sciences.
20. Elsevier Artificial Intelligence in Medicine.
21. Elsevier Informatics in Medicine Unlocked.
22. Elsevier Physical Communication.
23. Elsevier Applied Computing and Informatics.
24. Elsevier AEUE Journal of Electronics and Communication Engineering.
25. IET Signal Processing.
26. Springer Language Resources and Evaluation.
27. Springer Language Resources and Evaluation.
28. Springer International Journal of Speech Technology.
29. Wiley International Journal of Imaging Systems and Technology.
30. Wiley International Journal of Communication.
31. WSEAS Transactions on Communications.
32. WSEAS Transactions on System and Control.
TPC Member of over 150 international conferences
Publications in International Conference Proceedings- over 250