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Dr. Srividhya Kannan
Dr. Srividhya Kannan has dedicated over 16 years to advancing research and innovation, particularly in artificial intelligence, computer vision, and deep learning. Her contributions to academia and industry have established her as a leading expert in these fields.
- Published Research and Patents: Dr. Kannan has published more than 12 research papers and holds 9 patents, including two European and one Indian patent, with 8 more innovations awaiting publication. Her research spans enhancing camera performance in autonomous driving, semiconductor technology, and underwater image processing.
- Role as Continental Brand Ambassador: As a Brand Ambassador for Continental, Dr. Kannan has been instrumental in creating successful university-industry collaborations that have led to breakthrough inventions. Her team’s prototypes have been showcased in major automotive brands, such as Mercedes and VW trucks.
- Leadership and Team Building: Currently a Senior Manager at Continental, she leads a talented team in developing cutting-edge AI applications for camera technologies, including stereo vision and 3D reconstruction for autonomous driving. Dr. Kannan has also led advanced engineering projects, with a strong focus on fostering innovation and hands-on problem-solving.
- Commitment to Knowledge Sharing: A passionate educator, Dr. Kannan has organized workshops to promote a culture of innovation and regularly speaks at prestigious institutions like IIT Palakkad and VIT. She has shared her research through international conferences and publications in high-impact journals like Springer and IEEE, earning multiple awards for her impactful contributions.
- Ongoing Education and Mentorship: Dr. Kannan is currently enhancing her expertise through a postgraduate certificate from MITx. She serves as a university coordinator, leading funded research projects, and actively mentors young researchers, inspiring the next generation of innovators.
With her drive for research excellence and commitment to mentorship, Dr. Srividhya Kannan continues to inspire and shape the future of AI and autonomous technology.
