WEBINAR - HOW TO WRITE A RESEARCH PAPER?
Date: 03/06/2021
The Research Hub, initiated by the Department of Computer Applications at Kristu Jyoti College of Management and Technology, Changanassery, is a platform aimed at encouraging students to step beyond their comfort zones and enhance their academic skills. It fosters a sense of community and intellectual exchange among individuals with diverse perspectives. The hub facilitates workshops, seminars, and conferences within the department and as part of faculty extension activities. The motto, "BRING YOUR IDEAS TO LIFE," embodies the hub's commitment to innovation, creativity, and collaborative teamwork. As a stepping stone to endeavor,the Research Hub, in collaboration with the Internal Quality Assurance Cell, organized a webinar titled "How to Write a Research Article in Research Methodology" on June 3rd, 2021, at 10 am. Mr. Daniel C(Ph.D), Assistant Professor from the Department of Civil Engineering at Mohamed Sathak A J College of Engineering, Chennai, conducted the informative session. The program commenced with a prayer song led by Mrs. Soumya Koshy, a faculty member from the Department of Computer Applications, seeking divine blessings. Mrs. Binny S, the Research Hub Coordinator, delivered the welcome speech. Following this, Rev. Fr. Joshy Cheeramkuzhy CMI, the Principal of Kristu Jyoti College of Management a nd Technology, inaugurated the official function and unveiled the Research Hub's official logo. Mr. Roji Thomas, the Head of the Department of Computer Application, provided insights into the Research Hub and its activities. The main session, focused on "How to write a research paper," was conducted by Mr. Daniel C The webinar comprehensively addressed the various aspects of research paper writing, encompassing formatting guidelines, essential article details, proper citation methods, and effective keyword selection. Mr. Daniel C(Ph.D) ensured an interactive and enriching session that greatly benefited the students. The primary goal of the webinar was to raise awareness about the research article writing process and encourage the exchange of knowledge, contributing to the formation of an information-rich society. Dr. Susheel George Joseph, IQAC Coordinator from the Department of Computer Application, expressed gratitude through the vote of thanks following the session.
ONLINE PAPER PRESENTATION CONTEST
TRENDS & TECHNOLOGIES IN MULTI-DISCIPLINARY RESEARCH
Date: 14/06/2021 to 16/06/2021
The Online Paper Presentation Contest – “Trends and Technologies in Multi- Disciplinary Research” is organized by Research Hub, Department of Computer Applications in association with the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of Kristu Jyoti College of management and Technology from 14-June-2021 to 15-June-2021.
Day 1
The Online Paper Presentation Contest on 14/06/2021 was started at 3.30pm. The dignitaries were welcomed by Miss. Sandra Joji, Student of MCA Semester 5, Department of Computer Applications. She addressed the audience about the importance of Research and the benefits of presenting Research papers. Instructions for the participants was given by Mrs. Binny S, Coordinator of Research Hub, Department of Computer Application and Mr. Susheel George Joseph, Coordinator of IQAC, Department of Computer Application. The evaluation chair was divided into three panels and the participants were directed to present their papers on the assigned panel. The maximum duration allotted for each participant was 10 minutes and it was followed with a question answer session. The participants were instructed to move on to their corresponding panel. Speech by Dr. Susheel George Joseph and Mrs. Binny S.
Panel 1 consist of Mr. Roji Thomas (HOD, Department of Computer Application), Mrs. Cini Joseph, (Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Application) and Mrs. Tintu Varghese, (Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Application).
Panel 2 consist of Mrs. Dhanya J, (Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Application), Mrs. Soumya Koshy, (Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Application) and Mrs. Shy Mary Abraham, (Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Application).
Panel 3 consist of Mrs. Cina Mathew, (Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Application), Mrs. Sunandha Rajagopal, (Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Application) and Mrs. Aby Rose Varghese, (Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Application).
Panel members provided suggestions for the participants and is followed by the question answer session. The paper presentation on day 1 was ended with providing directions to the remaining participants by Mrs. Binny S, Research Hub Coordinator.
Day 2
The Online Paper Presentation Contest on 15/06/2021 was started at 2.00pm. The dignitaries were welcomed by Miss. Greeshma M, Student of MCA Semester 5, Department of Computer Applications. The instructions for the participants were given by Mrs. Binny S, Research Hub Coordinator and the participants were instructed to move on to their corresponding panel. Panel members provided suggestions for the participants and is followed by the question answer session. The two-day Online Paper Presentation Contest was technically coordinated By Mr. Sijin Mathew George, MCA Semester 4, Department of Computer Application. The vote of thanks for Online Paper Presentation Contest was delivered by Miss. Greeshma M, MCA Semester 5, Department of Computer Application.
WEBINAR-SELECTING A RESEARCH PAPER
Date: 03/07/2021
The Research Hub in association with Internal Quality Assurance Cell had conducted a webinar on the topic “Selecting a Research Article” on July 3rd, 2021 at 10 am. The session was carried out by Dr. K.C Praveen, Assistant Professor of Karpagam Academy of Higher Education, Coimbatore. The event, coordinated by Mrs. Cini Joseph from the Department of Computer Application, began with a prayer song led by Mrs. Sunandha Rajagopal, seeking divine blessings. Mrs. Dhanya J, a faculty member from the Department of Computer Application, delivered the welcome speech. The main session, focusing on "Selecting a Research Article," was conducted by Dr. K.C. Praveen, covering crucial aspects like formatting, essential article details, citations, and effective keyword selection in the context of research papers. The session was very interactive and beneficial for the students. The major objective of the webinar was to make an awareness about the process of selecting a research article among the students and to promote the exchange of information and knowledge thereby structuring an information-rich society. Followed by the session, the vote of thanks was delivered by Mrs. Tintu Varghese, Faculty, Department of Computer Application. The session proved to be highly engaging and enriching for the students, fostering active participation and learning. The primary goal of the webinar was to raise awareness among students about the intricate process of selecting a research article. It aimed to equip them with the knowledge and skills necessary to make informed choices when selecting research materials. Moreover, the webinar aimed to stimulate the exchange of information and knowledge among the students. By doing so, it sought to contribute to the establishment of an information-rich society, where individuals are well-informed and capable of making informed decisions based on their understanding of research and its significance. This, in turn, can lead to a more knowledgeable and empowered community that can address complex challenges and contribute to academic and societal progress.
FIRST INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON ADVANCE MODERN COMPUTING TRENDS AND TECHNOLOGY (ICAMCTT 2021)
Date: 30/07/2021 to 31/07/2021
The International Conference on Advance Modern Computing Trends and Technology (ICAMCTT-2021) was organized by Kristu Jyoti College of Management & Technology, Changanacherry, Kerala, India, in collaboration with the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of Kristu Jyoti College of Management & Technology. The Research Hub at Kristu Jyoti College of Management & Technology organized an International Conference focusing on the multifaceted challenges and opportunities in technology worldwide, including COVID impact, economic recession, data proliferation, inequality, and climate change. The conference aimed to formulate strategies in various dimensions of technology such as development, deployment, and innovation to combat these challenges. Academics, practitioners, and research scholars were invited to contribute their insights and expertise to sensitize and share knowledge, aiding individuals, organizations, and society in addressing these pressing issues. The virtual conference centered on current research in Computer Science and its Applications, exploring emerging trends and opportunities while offering participants access to virtual presentations and research publication workshops, fostering peer learning and uncovering novel perspectives. The conference was initiated in date and a 4-member Advisory board was formed from college along with a Conference director, a Conference Secretary and a Conference Convenor. The advisory committee identified subject expertise globally, took approval of their willingness to support the conference. The conference preparations started with the call for abstracts; 78 abstracts were received out of which 60 were accepted. The next step was the call for papers, and out of 60 papers submitted by authors, 50 were accepted for oral presentations and according to the conference chair review, the selected papers will be published in the Conference Proceedings. Selected research papers have been compiled and edited in the form of Conference Proceedings and published by IJARTET publishers. Visibility includes: (ISSN (Print):2394-3777, ISSN(Online):2394-3785) (Thomson Reuters & Google Scholar Indexed Journal) The conference implemented a rigorous peer-review process, beginning with an initial evaluation that included a plagiarism check for originality. Manuscripts that passed this stage were assessed for scientific quality, grammar, and alignment with the conference's focus. Those meeting the criteria proceeded to a single-blind review by domain experts, maintaining reviewer anonymity. Reviewers provided decisions on acceptance or rejection, along with suggestions for enhancing the paper's quality. Authors were then notified of the acceptance or rejection based on the review report. Inaugural Session: Mr. Harishnan P, Syndicate Member, MG University delivering the inaugural address, Welcome Speech by Mr. Roji Thomas, Conference Director, ICAMCTT2021, Presidential Address by Rev. Fr. Joshy Cheeramkuzhy CMI, Principal, Kristu Jyoti College of Management & Technology, Felicitations by Dr. Varghese Antony, Vice Principal, Kristu Jyoti College of Management & Technology, Vote of Thanks by Mr. Susheel George Joseph, Conference Secretary & IQAC Coordinator, Kristu Jyoti College of Management & Technology. The summary captures the two-day program of presentations and keynote addresses, which took place from the 30th to 31st July 2021 virtually. The event brought together some 200 plus research scholars, members of faculty, students, and key officials nationally and internationally to discuss the recent advances in Modern Computing Trends and Technologies. It concluded with a set of presentations of real-world cases describing new and noteworthy initiatives relevant to the conference theme. The inaugural session was followed by technical session. The two-day conference comprised of six technical sessions, each of them scheduled sequentially. Each technical session was taken by eminent personalities from national and international level. Followed by technical session, based on the theme, “Advance Modern Computing Trends and Technology”, the session was divided into sixteen various tracks in order to accommodate the large number of presentations. Each session had a Chair, who is an expert in the domain and a co-host in-order to manage the session. Each author was given 10 minutes for the paper presentation, which was followed by question & answer session for 5 minutes. The conference was structured to foster discussion between participants. On the first day, morning session, keynote lecture on “Crypto Currency” was delivered by Dr. Farrukh Habib, the Co-Founder & Managing Director of Alif Technologies, Dubai, UAE. Followed by that, the second key note lecture was delivered on “AI Evolution to Revolution” by Alia Noor, Associate Partner, Ahmad Alagbari Chartered Accountant Director Program at Alif Technologies, Dubai, UAE. In the afternoon session, Keynote lecture on “Machine Learning Framework Available in Hadoop Eco System (Big Data)” was delivered by Dr. Sergy Tryuber, Senior Technical Manager, Big Data Architect, BigData LLC, Russia. On the second day, the key note lecture on “Block Chain & AI” was delivered by Syed Asif Zaman, CEO, Alif Technologies, UAE. Followed by that the key note lecture on “Large Scale Machine Learning Algorithms & Applications” was delivered by Dr. M. Tanveer, Associate Professor, Department of Mathematics, IIT, Indore. In the afternoon session, Keynote lecture on “Robotics” was delivered by Ezhilmaran Arumugam, Managing Director, Axis Global Institute, UAE. The two-day International Conference ended with a valedictory session. The welcome speech in the session was delivered by Ms. Soumya Koshy, Assistant Professor, Kristu Jyoti College of Management & Technology. This was followed by the release of certificate of appreciation to all the experts in the evaluation chair. After that, Ms. Binny. S, Convener of ICAMCTT-2021 and the coordinator of Research Hub presented the report of ICAMCTT-2021. A few delegates gave feedback on the Conference and the session concluded with a vote of thanks proposed by Mr. Roji Thomas, Head of the Department of Computer Applications, Kristu Jyoti College of Management & Technology, Changanacherry, Kerala. The main aim of this conference was to bring together leading academicians, research scholars, technocrats, practitioners, and students to exchange and share their experiences and research outputs on all aspects of Information Technology. It was also meant to provide a premier interdisciplinary platform to present and discuss the most recent innovations, trends, and concerns as well as practical challenges encountered and solutions adopted in the field of Information Technology.
TECH SYMPHOSIUM-2021
Date: 06/09/2021 to 11/09/2021
The six days seminar series – “Tech Symphosium-2021” was organized by Research Hub, Department of Computer Applications in association with the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of Kristu Jyoti College of Management and Technology from 6th September 2021 to 11th September 2021.The participants of the seminar series were the MCA Semester 5 students.
WORKSHOP ON PEDAGOGY OF WRITING RESEARCH ARTICLE
Date: 20/10/2021
A workshop was organized on 20th October 2021 on topic “Pedagogy of Writing Research Article”, which was conducted by Dr. Susheel George Joseph (Ph.D) , under Research Hub, Department of Computer Application, in Association with Internal Quality Assurance Cell(IQAC). The Inaugural Address was delivered by Mr. Roji Thomas (HOD, Department of Computer Application). The welcome session was hosted by Mrs. Binny S (Associate Professor & Research Hub Coordinator. The workshop session was conducted on Zoom meet platform where everyone can be able to meet due to this pandemic situation. The main objective of the workshop was to deliver effective techniques for students as well as the practitioners or research persons to know an idea about how to write a Research article effectively and efficiently. The Overall session was quite interesting as well as informative, as Dr. Susheel George Joseph provided an easy way to write a Research article.
ANGULAR HANDS-ON WORKSHOP
Date: 29/12/2021
The “Angular Hands Workshop series” was organized by Research Hub, Department of Computer Application, in Association with Internal Quality Assurance Cell of Kristu Jyoti Technology, Changanassery. The workshop series was initiated in the dates 29th Dec, 30th Dec 2021 and 8th January 2022 from 11 Am to 12 Pm. The Recourse Person who conducted the workshop series was Ms. Rovina Mariam Jose (Assistant Professor, Saingits College of Engineering).
The Organizing committee members of the hands-on workshop series includes:
Rev Fr. Joshy Cheeramkuzhy CMI (Principal, Kristu Jyoti College of Management and Technology)
Roji Thomas (Head of the Department, Department of Computer Application, Kristu Jyoti College of Management and Technology).
Susheel George Joseph (Ph.D) (Assistant Professor and IQAC Coordinator, Department of Computer Application, Kristu Jyoti College of Management and Technology)
Binny S (Assistant Professor and Research Hub Coordinator, Kristu Jyoti College of Management and Technology).
The Hands-on Workshop is an opportunity for the attendees to learn by doing. Most of the students from BCA and MCA department participated in this workshop series. The Hands-on workshop series session was conducted in three days and additional two days were provided so that to perform a project upon the topics learned from the workshop series.
DAY 1: The basic Introduction of the workshop series as well as about Angular, its features, applications, impact, History were discussed in the first day of the workshop series. Also, Java Script and Type Script were also taught by the resource person. The basic directives of Angular (ngIf, ngFor, ngSwitch) were discussed and the introduction to the practical session were also done.
DAY 2: Angular services, HTTP and observables and Routing were discussed in the first section. And in the other Angular forms and its types (Angular forms, Data flow in Angular forms, Angular reactive forms, Template-driven forms) were discussed along with the two practical sessions.
DAY 3: CRUD operations (Create Read Update Delete) were discussed. CRUD is an acronym that comes from the world of computer programming and refers to the four functions that are considered necessary to implement a persistent storage application: create, read, update and delete.
The next day, projects were implemented on the contents from the Angular Hands-on Workshop Series.
WORLD IP (INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY) DAY
Date: 26/04/2022
World Intellectual Property Day is celebrated on the 26th of April 2022 to learn about the role that intellectual property (IP) rights play in encouraging innovation and creativity. The day recognizes the huge potential of young people to find new and better solutions that support the transition to a sustainable future. The theme for World Intellectual Property Day 2022 is "IP and Youth: Innovating for a Better Future." This theme emphasizes how intellectual property (IP) rights can aid young individuals in realizing their goals, turning their ideas into tangible outcomes, generating income, fostering job creation, and contributing positively to society. It highlights that IP rights provide essential
tools for young people to advance and achieve their ambitions. The initiative was established by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) in 2000 to “raise awareness of how patents, copyright, trademarks and designs impact on daily life.” April 26th was chosen as the day to celebrate World Intellectual Property Day as it coincides with the date when the convention establishing the World Intellectual Property Organization came into effect in 1970. To proclaim solidarity towards the initiative of World Intellectual Property Day (IPR Day), the Research Hub | Department of Computer Applications of Kristu Jyoti College of Management and Technology had conducted a seminar on Intellectual Properties & its relevance in the society.
Objective: To raise awareness of how patents, copyright, trademarks and designs impact on our daily lives.
The seminar was conducted on 26th April 2022 at 3:00 PM for the students of MCA Sem-1. The event was anchored by Mr. Ajay Krishnan (Student, MCA Semester 1). The core seminar was presented by Ms. Parvathy Prakash (Student, MCA Semester 1) and the technical aspects was managed by Mr. Joseph Thomas (Student, MCA Semester 1). The overall event was conducted under the coordination of Mrs. Binny S (Coordinator, Research Hub).
TRAINING SERIES: INTRODUCTION TO GIT AND GITHUB
Date: 28/04/2022
Git is a version control system that lets you manage and keep track of your source code history. GitHub is a cloud-based hosting service that lets you manage Git repositories. If you have open-source projects that use Git, then GitHub is designed to help you better manage them. Git and GitHub are the most important tools that a software developer must always carry in his toolkit. Provide training to the students in-order to transform them to be industry-ready is one among the core agendas of Research Hub. Since Git & GitHub are considered to be the most essential ones among them, Research Hub had conducted a training session on the Introduction to Git & Hub for the students of Post Graduation classes. The session was conducted on 28th April 2022 around 11:30 AM. The training session was handled by Mr. Arjun Krishna (Microsoft Alpha Student Ambassador). The session started with a welcoming address by Ms. Parvathy Prakash (Student, MCA Semester 1). Following that, the training session started. The session lasted for about an hour. The vote of thanks was delivered by Ms.Alphiya Yunoose (Student, MCA Semester 1). The entire program was coordinated under the guidance of Mrs. Binny S (Coordinator, Research Hub). A Certificate of Appreciation was awarded to the resource person after the session.