The Division of Biomedical Engineering at Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences is dedicated to nurturing skilled biomedical engineers, innovators, and researchers equipped to address the evolving demands of the healthcare, medical device, and medical technology sectors. With expertise spanning biosignal and image processing, medical electronics, biomedical instrumentation, neural engineering, nanoelectronics, and artificial intelligence in healthcare, our faculty bring together strong academic knowledge, research expertise, and clinical and industry experience to create an engaging and application-oriented learning environment.
Our faculty members actively contribute to research, consultancy, industry collaboration, and technology development in areas such as medical image processing, wearable health-monitoring devices, implantable antennas, rehabilitation engineering, cancer diagnosis, and speech and biomedical signal processing. Through innovative teaching, interdisciplinary research, industry interaction, and student mentoring, they empower students to develop practical solutions for modern healthcare challenges while preparing them for successful careers in industry, research, entrepreneurship, and higher education.
Faculty Experts
The Division of Biomedical Engineering provides students, industry partners, and collaborators with access to expertise in biosignal processing, medical image processing, biomedical instrumentation, neural engineering, and AI in healthcare.
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Our Faculty Members
Dr. S. Thomas George, M.E., Ph.D.
Dr. S. Thomas George is a Professor and Deputy Director (Academic Research), and Head, Division of Biomedical Engineering, with 24 years of experience. His research interests include biosignal processing, image processing, medical electronics and AI in healthcare, neural engineering, and optimization. He has published 36 international journal papers, 13 international conference papers, and 6 national conference papers, with 206 Scopus citations, 300 Google Scholar citations, and an h-index of 9.
D. Pamela is an Associate Professor and Head (Officiating) of the Division of Biomedical Engineering at Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences, with 17 years of experience. Her research interests include healthcare devices and biomedical instruments. She has published 39 international journal papers, 17 international conference papers, and 4 national conference papers, with 23 Scopus citations, 63 Google Scholar citations, and an h-index of 3. She has guided 3 ongoing Ph.D. scholars, 16 completed Master's theses, and 1 ongoing Master's thesis.
Dr. P. Subha Hency Jose is an Associate Professor, Division of Biomedical Engineering, with 19 years of experience. Her research interests include biomedical instrumentation and artificial intelligence in healthcare. She has published 43 international journal papers, 38 international conference papers, and 18 national conference papers, with 28 Scopus citations and an h-index of 3.
Dr. P. Manimegalai is an Associate Professor, Division of Biomedical Engineering, with 20 years of experience. Her research interests include biosignal processing, medical device design, image processing, and AI in healthcare. She has published 10 international journal papers, 4 international conference papers, and 28 national conference papers, with 560 Scopus citations, 854 Google Scholar citations, and an h-index of 15.
Dr. J. Samson Isaac is an Assistant Professor, Division of Biomedical Engineering, with 17 years of experience. His research interests include biomedical signal and image analysis, MEMS, biomedical instrumentation, artificial intelligence and rehabilitation, and ergonomics. He has published 17 international journal papers, 16 international conference papers, and 6 national conference papers, with 43 Scopus citations, 53 Google Scholar citations, and an h-index of 4.
Dr. Hepsiba D is an Assistant Professor, Division of Biomedical Engineering, with 10 years and 2 months of experience. Her research interests include speech signal processing, digital signal processing, soft computing, biomedical instrumentation, and wearable devices. She has published 25 international journal papers, 18 international conference papers, and 5 national conference papers, with 32 Scopus citations and an h-index of 4.
Dr. Binola K. Jebalin. I.V is an Assistant Professor, Division of Biomedical Engineering, with research interests in nanoelectronics, GaN technology, nanoscale device design and modelling, device and circuit simulation, and biomedical sensors. She holds a Ph.D. in Electronics and Communication Engineering from Karunya University and has published 7 international journal papers and 4 international conference papers. Her research profile includes 150 Scopus citations, 185 Google Scholar citations, an h-index of 6, and a cumulative impact factor of 10.499.
Dr. S. Gnanasaravanan is an Assistant Professor, Division of Biomedical Engineering, with 14 years and 4 months of experience. His research interests include medical image processing and cancer diagnosis. He has published 13 international journal papers and 1 international conference paper, with 7 Scopus citations, 11 Google Scholar citations, an h-index of 2, and a cumulative impact factor of 2.1.
Dr. G. Samuelraj Chrysolite is an Assistant Professor, Division of Biomedical Engineering, with expertise in bioelectronics, smart implants, implantable antennas, cognitive radio, and wireless networks. He holds a Ph.D. in Implantable Antennas from Karunya University and has published 3 international journal papers, 2 international conference papers, and 1 national conference paper. His expertise includes wearable/implantable antenna design, fabrication and testing, with teaching interests in biosignal processing, wireless communication, cognitive radio, and radiological imaging techniques.
Dr. G. R. Ashisha is an Assistant Professor, Division of Biomedical Engineering, with research experience in real-time embedded systems, biomedical signal processing and analysis, wearable devices, and AI in healthcare. She holds a Ph.D. in EIE from Karunya University and has published 4 international journal papers, 6 international conference papers, and 14 national conference papers. Her teaching interests include embedded systems, microprocessors and microcontrollers, image processing, rehabilitation engineering, biomedical instrumentation, and ICU and operation theatre equipment.
Our adjunct faculty bring active industry and clinical practice into the classroom, connecting students with real-world healthcare technology and medical physics experience.
Mr. E. Kiruba
Mr. E. Kiruba is an industry professional working as a Project Manager at Thermo Fisher Scientific, Hyderabad. He brings professional industry experience that contributes to the practical and application-oriented learning environment of the Division of Biomedical Engineering.
Dr. P. Mohandooss
Dr. P. Mohandooss is a Radio Physicist at Fortis Cancer Institute, Punjab. His professional experience in medical physics and healthcare technology contributes to the academic and practical exposure of students in the field of Biomedical Engineering.
Office Assistant & Lab Technicians
Our supporting staff play a vital role in ensuring the smooth functioning of the Division's laboratories and administrative operations, enabling faculty and students to focus on teaching, learning, and research.
Mr. S. Reuben Duraisamy (Senior Assistant Gr. II)
Mr. S. Reuben Duraisamy is a Senior Assistant Gr. II in the Division of Biomedical Engineering. He is involved in supporting the administrative and operational activities of the division.
Mr. J. Deva Prakash, D.E.C.E (Lab Technician Gr. I)
Mr. J. Deva Prakash is a Lab Technician Gr. I in the Division of Biomedical Engineering. He provides technical support for laboratory activities and assists in the effective functioning of the biomedical engineering laboratories.
Mr. L. Patturaj is a Lab Technician Gr. II in the Division of Biomedical Engineering. He provides technical support for laboratory activities and assists in the operation and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
Mr. A. Jebasingh is a Lab Technician Gr. I in the Division of Biomedical Engineering. He provides technical assistance for laboratory activities and supports the functioning of the biomedical engineering laboratories.
Mr. Johnson Jeyasingh I. (Lab Technician Gr. II)
Mr. Johnson Jeyasingh I. is a Lab Technician Gr. II in the Division of Biomedical Engineering. He provides technical assistance for laboratory activities and supports the smooth functioning of the biomedical engineering laboratories.
Mr. Manohar Livingston is a Lab Technician in the Division of Biomedical Engineering. He provides technical assistance for laboratory activities and supports the day-to-day functioning of the biomedical engineering laboratories.
Mr. Jebavaram (Lab Technician)
Mr. Jebavaram is a Lab Technician in the Division of Biomedical Engineering. He provides technical assistance for laboratory activities and supports the effective functioning of the biomedical engineering laboratories.
