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St.Joseph's Institute of Technology

Staff’s Achievements

Dr. Tephillah S, Associate Professor, from the Department of

Electronics and Communication Engineering, has completed the
NPTEL course Wireless Ad Hoc and Sensor Networks with an
Elite certification, achieving an outstanding consolidated score

of 90% and securing a place among the Top 5% of performers.

This accomplishment reflects remarkable dedication and
academic excellence. This achievement is a proud milestone and

an inspiration for everyone to strive for excellence in emerging
technologies and continuous learning.

Student Achievements

The Department of Mathematics at St. Joseph’s Institute of Technology, Chennai

proudly announces a remarkable innovation by its young researchers. A patent titled
“An AI-Based Multilingual Agricultural Advisory and Disease Detection System with

Multi-Channel Farmer Communication” has been published in April 2026.
This pioneering work was developed by Mr. Dharshan Devaraj J and Mr. Abdul Malik

Wafaran G H, under the guidance of Dr. R. Prabakaran, Assistant Professor, Department
of Mathematics. The invention addresses the challenges faced by farmers, particularly

those with limited literacy, by integrating artificial intelligence with multilingual
communication tools.

The system leverages real-time environmental data—such as soil parameters, moisture,

temperature, and rainfall—within a centralized AI framework. It provides crop
recommendations, detects plant diseases through leaf image analysis, and delivers
advisory support via adaptive accessibility features, multilingual text, symbol-based

guidance, and low-bandwidth communication channels.

This innovation stands out for its inclusivity, scalability, and potential to transform
agricultural practices by empowering farmers with accessible, technology-driven

solutions. The achievement reflects the institute’s commitment to fostering student
research and industry-relevant problem solving.

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