Editing Dr Rajat Moona

{{Infobox academic
| name          = Dr Rajat Moona
| image         = Rajat_Moona.jpg
| caption       = Dr Rajat Moona
| birth_place   = Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India - 382355
| nationality   = Indian
| occupation    = Director
| institution   = Indian Institute of Technology, Gandhinagar
| field         = Computer Science Cybernetics
| alma_mater    = Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore; Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur
| education     = Ph.D; BTech
| awards        = National Award for best electoral practices 2021-22 for IT initiatives; National Award for best electoral practices; Fellow of Maharashtra Academy of Sciences
}}

'''Dr Rajat Moona''' is an Indian directoresearcher specialising in '''Computer Science Cybernetics, particularly in Embedded computing, computer security, VLSI design and Operating Systems'''. He holds a position at '''Indian Institute of Technology, Gandhinagar, Gandhinagar'''. He holds a Ph.D from Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore and He has contributed immensely to the growth of his field through original research, collaborative projects, and academic mentorship.

== Early Life and Education ==

Dr Rajat Moona's journey into academia began with an early fascination with the sciences and a relentless drive to understand the world through systematic inquiry. He engaged with higher education with great seriousness of purpose, acquiring advanced qualifications that would serve as the bedrock of his scholarly endeavours. He holds a '''Ph.D''' from Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore (1989), and a '''BTech''' from Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (1985). Armed with these
qualifications, he was well-prepared to make meaningful contributions to his chosen field.

== Academic Career ==

As '''Director''' in the Computer Science and Engineering at Indian Institute of Technology, Gandhinagar, Gandhinagar, he made significant contributions (2022–present). He held the position of '''Director''' in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at Indian Institute of Technology Bhilai, Raipur (2017–2022). He served in the capacity of '''Director General''' at Centre for Development of Advanced Computing, Bangalore (2011–2017). He held the position of '''Professor''' in the
Department of Computer Science and Engineering at Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, Kanpur Nagar (2001–2017). He held the role of '''Associate Professor''' at Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, Kanpur Nagar (1995–2001).

Throughout his career, he has been recognised as a dedicated mentor, guiding numerous postgraduate and doctoral students. His contributions extend beyond research to include curriculum development, academic administration, and institution building.

== Research Contributions ==

Working at the intersection of '''Computer Science Cybernetics''' and its subdisciplines, he has developed a particular expertise in '''Embedded computing''', producing scholarship that has enhanced the field's conceptual and empirical foundations. Complementing his primary research programme, he has engaged with '''computer security''', '''VLSI design and Operating Systems''', reflecting a broad intellectual vision and a commitment to holistic scientific inquiry.

A hallmark of his research philosophy is the conviction that academic knowledge must serve society. To this end, he has cultivated partnerships with governmental agencies, research councils, and industry partners, ensuring that his work addresses problems of genuine societal importance.

== Publications ==

Dr Rajat Moona has authored and co-authored around '''6 research papers''', disseminated through peer-reviewed journals and prestigious academic forums. His work has garnered over '''141 citations''', reflecting the widespread influence and impact of his research within the academic community. His scholarly standing is further evidenced by an '''h-index of 6''', a metric that captures both the volume and influence of his publications.

Details of his complete publication record can be accessed at [https://vidwan.inflibnet.ac.in/profile/3203 Dr Rajat Moona – Vidwan].

== Awards and Honours ==

Dr Rajat Moona has been recognised with several prestigious honours throughout his career, including:

- The '''National Award for best electoral practices 2021-22 for IT initiatives''' awarded by Election Commission of India
- '''National Award for best electoral practices''' – Election Commission of India
- The '''Fellow of Maharashtra Academy of Sciences''' awarded by Maharashtra Academy of Sciences

== References ==

&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web |title=Dr Rajat Moona – Vidwan Profile |url=https://vidwan.inflibnet.ac.in/profile/3203 |publisher=INFLIBNET Centre |access-date=2024-01-01}}&lt;/ref&gt;

&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web |title=Indian Institute of Technology, Gandhinagar – Faculty |url=https://www.google.com/search?q=Dr+Rajat+Moona+Indian+Institute+of+Technology,+Gandhinagar |publisher=Indian Institute of Technology, Gandhinagar |access-date=2024-01-01}}&lt;/ref&gt;

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== External Links ==

'' [https://vidwan.inflibnet.ac.in/profile/3203 Dr Rajat Moona – Official Vidwan Profile]

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