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Director - School of Science and Computer Studies CMR University, Bengaluru
Dr. T.A. Ashok Kumar is an accomplished academician and institutional leader with over 26 years of experience in higher education, research and administration. As the Director of the School of Science and Computer Studies at CMR University, he leads strategic academic planning, curriculum innovation and interdisciplinary research in computing, data science and emerging technologies.
Dr. Ashok Kumar holds a Ph.D. in Computer Applications with a specialisation in Data Mining and Analytics from Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, Tamil Nadu. He also holds an M.B.A. in Human Resource Management, an M.Phil. in Computer Science (Image Processing), an M.C.A., and a B.Sc. in Electronics and Communication.
His academic interests span a wide range of domains including computer vision, deep learning, cloud computing, blockchain, cybersecurity, emotional intelligence and industrial analytics. He has guided numerous doctoral and M.Phil. scholars and has published more than 25 research articles in Scopus-indexed and international peer-reviewed journals. His recent research explores the convergence of AI, machine learning and blockchain in sectors such as education, healthcare and manufacturing.
In his prior roles as Principal, Dean and Director across reputed institutions in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, Dr. Ashok Kumar has led accreditation efforts, industry partnerships, and the integration of emerging technologies into academic programmes. He has also contributed to institutional development by initiating innovation cells, improving placement outcomes, and leading student-centric academic reforms.
An advocate for holistic education, he is known for designing dynamic and inclusive learning environments that encourage critical thinking and independent inquiry. He is an active member of international professional bodies including IAENG, IACSIT and the Computer Society of India, and has served on Boards of Studies and Academic Councils across multiple universities.
Dr. Ashok Kumar is multilingual, fluent in English, Tamil, Kannada and Malayalam, and remains deeply committed to fostering inclusive and future-focused educational ecosystems.
