Dr. Kande Archana is an Associate Professor and Dean of Research & Development at Malla Reddy College of Engineering, Hyderabad, with a distinguished record of excellence in teaching, research, and academic leadership. She earned her B.Tech , M.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering, and Ph.D. from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad, specializing in Image Processing and Deep Learning techniques. Her research interests include Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Blockchain, and Data Science. She has an extensive research portfolio comprising 5 SCI, 20 Scopus, and 15 Web of Science indexed publications, complemented by 20 presentations at national and international conferences. Dr. Kande Archana has supervised nearly 30 B.Tech and M.Tech research projects, and her scholarly contributions include 8 patents, 6 books, and 15 book chapters. She has been instrumental in organizing international conferences, workshops, faculty development programs, and seminars, fostering interdisciplinary learning and strong academic networking. She successfully completed a highly competitive DST–WOS(A) funded research project titled “A Novel Security for ATM Framework by Using Digital Image Processing”, sanctioned with a grant of ₹17.2 lakhs and executed from 2016 to 2019.In her role as Dean of R&D, she leads key institutional initiatives related to research publications, patent facilitation, funded project proposals, and industry–academia collaborations, while significantly contributing to accreditation processes such as NAAC and NBA. Recognized for her professional excellence, she has received accolades including the Best Researcher Award, Best Teacher Award, and Young Researcher Award. Through her strategic vision and commitment to research excellence, Dr. Kande Archana continues to drive innovation, research advancement, and impactful knowledge creation at Malla Reddy College of Engineering.
The Research & Development Cell (R&D Cell) strives to bridge the gap between emerging technological trends and the research capabilities of faculty and students. The Cell focuses on strengthening research culture by establishing strong linkages with industries, research laboratories, and reputed academic organizations. Through continuous support and professional training in advanced technology domains, the R&D Cell encourages innovative thinking and guides students and faculty toward high-quality research outcomes. It also promotes applied research that addresses real-time industrial and societal challenges, enabling researchers to contribute practical solutions and breakthrough innovations. Ultimately, the R&D Cell is dedicated to enhancing research productivity, securing funded projects, fostering patentable innovations, and developing competent researchers capable of meeting global standards.
| SNO | Composition | Name of the Faculty | Position in the Committee | Contact No. & E- Mail Id |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Principal-- Chairman | Dr.M.Ashok | Chairman | 9348161222 principal@mrce.in |
| 2 | One Professor – Member Secretary | Dr.Kande Archana | Member Secretary | 9848927944 deanrandd@mrce.in |
| 3 | One R&D coordinator from each department as nominated by HOD - Member | Dr.Shanthi Latha | Member | 9440237222 kshanthilatha_aiml@mrce.in |
| 4 | - | Mr.K.Krishna | Member | 91825 54778 krishnak2k13@gmail.com |
| 5 | - | Mrs.K.Rajani | Member | 9505235033 kurrirajani_csd@mrce.in |
| 6 | - | Mr.Indla Obulesu | Member | 70939 48192 indlaobul43@gmail.com |
| 7 | - | Mrs. T. Sarala | Member | 9010231631 sarusarala.t@gmail.com |