Rate My Professor Rama Karuppaia

Dr. Rama Abirami Karuppaia currently holds the position of Lecturer in Cybersecurity within the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Curtin University Malaysia, which falls under the Faculty of Engineering and Science. Possessing over 13 years of extensive experience in the domains of cybersecurity and machine learning, she earned her Doctorate in Computer Science and Engineering from the prestigious Anna University in Chennai, India. Her academic qualifications also include a Master of Engineering (M.E.) and Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.). Recently, in 2024, she completed a Visiting Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship focused on Cyber Security at the University of Western Santa Catarina in Brazil. Dr. Karuppaia is an engaged professional member of international organizations such as IEEE, ISTE, and IAENG. Furthermore, she actively participates in the academic community by serving as a reviewer for prominent publishers including Springer and Elsevier journals.

Dr. Karuppaia's research focuses on network security, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and the Internet of Things. Her scholarly output includes the book titled ‘The Spirit of C Programming’, one granted patent, five patent publications, and numerous peer-reviewed papers. Notable publications comprise "A Holistic Review on Detection of Malicious Browser Extensions and Links using Deep Learning" (2024), "Deep learning based Food Recognition using Tensorflow" (2021), "Efficient Method for Storing Health Record in Cloud Using Integrity Auditing and Data Sharing" (2021), "Evaluation of neighbor credit value based AODV routing algorithms for selfish node behavior detection" (2019), "Preventing the impact of selfish behavior under MANET using Neighbor Credit Value based AODV routing algorithm" (2018), "An efficient secure enhanced routing protocol for DDoS attacks in MANET" (2014), and "An enhanced intrusion detection system for routing attacks in MANET" (2013).

In recognition of her exceptional contributions to teaching excellence and innovation, Dr. Karuppaia received both the Curtin Malaysia Teaching Innovation Project (CMTIP 2024) grant and the Teaching Support (CMTS 2024) grant. These awards highlight her commitment to developing critical thinking, hands-on skills, and adaptability in her students to prepare them for real-world challenges. Additionally, she pioneered the establishment of the Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS) Curtin Malaysia Student Chapter, marking the inaugural such initiative in Malaysia aimed at empowering women and students in cybersecurity. Originally hailing from Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India, Dr. Karuppaia views her role at Curtin Malaysia as her first international academic endeavor, thriving in Miri's supportive environment.