Dr.Rajib Mandal

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Research Profile

Research Publications & Scholarly Output

• Publications in Scopus-Indexed Journals (Current Indexing Status): 09
• Publications in Journals Indexed in Scopus at the Time of Publication: 17
• Other Peer-Reviewed Journal Publications: 12
• Revision Submitted / Awaiting Final Decision: 10

Patents: 5

• Granted: 2
• Published: 3

Academic Books Authored/Edited: 31

• Textbooks & Academic Reference Books: 15
• Handbooks & Professional Guides: 8
• Clinical Training Resources: 2
• Interdisciplinary Healthcare & Research Books: 6

Book Chapters & Conference Proceedings: 18+

• Scopus-indexed Book Chapters/Proceedings (IEEE Xplore & IGI Global Scientific):8
• Other Peer-reviewed Chapters/Proceedings: 10

Ongoing & Forthcoming Scholarly Contributions

• Accepted Book Chapters (Forthcoming): 3
• Accepted Conference Proceedings (Awaiting Publication): 6
• Manuscripts Under Review in Scopus/WoS Indexed Journals: 10

Research Supervision & Funding

• PhD Supervision: Currently guiding 4 PhD scholars
• Postgraduate & Undergraduate Research Mentorship: Supervised postgraduate dissertations and 40+ undergraduate research projects
• Research Grant:
  Seed Research Grant – ₹2.4 Lakhs

Academic Service & Scholarly Contributions

• International Book Chapter Reviewer – IGI Global Scientific Publishing (2025–2026)
• Reviewer for Scopus-indexed journals
• Reviewer for interdisciplinary research domains including AI, healthcare, neuroscience, and educational technology
• Editor of ISBN-registered academic publications
• Editorial Board Member / Abstract Reviewer – International Conferences

Selected Scopus-Indexed Publications (Recent)

Note: The following list includes selected recent Scopus-indexed peer-reviewed publications. A complete publication record, including all indexed articles, accepted manuscripts, can be provided separately upon request.

A.        Scopus-Indexed Publications (Published & In Press)

• • Kamath, R., Verma, R., Naaz, Mandal, R., Bari, T., Jayapriya, V. R., Kamat, A., Kamath, S., Ghosh, A., Akthar, N., Nair, R., & Laxminarayana, M. (2026). Financial Burden of General Surgeries by Insurance Status: A Single-Center Case Study from a Quaternary Care Teaching Hospital in Karnataka, India. Healthcare, 14(5), 587. https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare14050587. Scopus Q1 (IF:1.5)
  • Sai Charan Labishetty, Mandal R. (In Press, 2025). Comparative analysis of orthoptic training and prism correction in management of convergence insufficiency among young adults. Russian Journal of Ophthalmology. Accepted 04.09.2025. Scopus Q4
  • Mandal, R., et al. (2026). Ocular effects of novel synthetic opioids: A systematic review and narrative synthesis of current evidence. Journal of Opioid Management, 22(3), 299–308. https://doi.org/10.5055/jom.0982. Scopus Q3
  • Mandal, R., Paul, T., & Debnath, R. (2026). The gut-brain axis: A review of the existing evidence on microbiota's influence on behavior and physiology. International Journal of Nutrition, Pharmacology, Neurological Diseases, 16(1), 31-37. https://doi.org/10.4103/ijnpnd.ijnpnd_213_25. Scopus Q4
  • Debnath, R., Pal, S., Kamat, O. S., Pal, N., Sharma, A., & Mandal, R. (In Press). Therapeutic Potential of Pineapple Bromelain in Ocular Disorders. Journal of Natural Remedies. Accepted: 22 June 2026. Scheduled for publication in the August 2026 issue.

B.        Letters / Commentaries (Scopus Indexed)

• • Labishetty, S. C., Kumar, N. D., & Mandal, R. (2026). Comment on: Anchor-assisted capsular bag IOL implantation to correct subluxated lenses in children with Marfan syndrome: long-term follow-up. Journal of cataract and refractive surgery, 52(4), 415–416. https://doi.org/10.1097/j.jcrs.0000000000001883 (Scopus Q2, IF 3.2).
  • Rani, T., Mandal, R., & Bandyopadhyay, A. (2026). Comment on: Primary suspect drugs of cataracts in pediatric patients: FDA adverse events reporting database analysis. Journal of cataract and refractive surgery, 52(4), 417–418. https://doi.org/10.1097/j.jcrs.0000000000001885 (Scopus Q2, IF 3.2).
  • Kumar, N. D., Mandal, R., & Labishetty, S. C. Comment on “Clinical efficacy of two modalities of selective laser trabeculoplasty in the treatment of primary open-angle glaucoma”. European Journal of Ophthalmology, 11206721251407027. (Scopus Q2, IF 1.4).

Patent – 05

1. 1. 1. A. Swathi, R. Mandal, S. R., S. Kumari, A. J. Martin, V. B. Pimpale, A. P. Raj S, B. K. Patel, T. Kavitha, M. J., K. S. Krishna, & R. Sreekanth. (2025). Machine Learning Analysis of ELL Students' Math Representation and Higher-Order Thinking Skills in Higher Education. Indian Patent Application No. 202541009035 A. Published on February 14, 2025.
      2. Sayed, M. Y., Mandal, R., Babu, V., Heera, S., Karunakaran, S., Dharani, R., Shiva, C., Leonid, T. T., Bharathidhasan, A., Kani, R. M., Kumar, S., & Saritha, A. (2025). Machine Learning- Driven Pedagogical Innovations for Curriculum Design and Student Success in Higher Education. Indian Patent Application No. .202521014574 A. Indian Patent Office. Published on March 07, 2025.
      3. Rao, D. S., Singh, S., Goyal, A., Aarokiyasamy, T., Sharma, S. K., Mandal, R., Balajee, G., Joseph, S. E., Periyasamy, M., & Bhatnagar, V. (2025). Pedagogy device for online teaching learning (UK Design Patent No. 6445537). United Kingdom Intellectual Property Office. Granted May 27, 2025
      4. Balusamy, S. K., Raghav, Y. Y., Rakheja, P., Hazela, B., Sharma, S. K., Mandal, R., Balajee, G., Joseph, S. E., Periyasamy, M., & Bhatnagar, V. (2025). Virtual reality based educational headset (UK Design Patent No. 6445429). United Kingdom Intellectual Property Office. Granted May 30, 2025.
      5. Devasia, S., Mukiri, R. R., Thota, A., Subha, S., Janani, M., Pal, P. P., Mandal, R., Khaan, A. A., Sathiya, S., Zubairuddin, M., Dewal, K., & Chandrasekhar, N. (2026, January 16). System and method for AI-based physiological stress monitoring (Application No. 202641000591 A).

Books Authored / Edited (31)

A. Textbooks and Academic Reference Books

1. Mandal, R. (2023). Textbook of Geriatric Optometry. Ptritam Publications. ISBN: 978-93-5735-790-6.
2. Mandal, R. (2023). Textbook of Ophthalmic Pathology: Understanding Eye Disorders and Their Pathogenesis. Ptritam Publications. ISBN: 978-93-5735-651-0.
3. Mandal, R., & Reni. (2023). A Comprehensive Guide to Ocular Manifestations of Systemic Diseases. Ptritam Publications. ISBN: 978-93-5735-384-7.
4. Mandal, R. (2023). Textbook of Ocular Physiology and Biochemistry. Ptritam Publications. ISBN: 978-93-5735-838-5.
5. Mandal, R., & Mukhopadhyay, D. (2023). A Textbook of Occupational Optometry. Ptritam Publications. ISBN: 978-93-5735-790-6.
6. Mandal, R., & Mukhopadhyay, D. (2024). Community Eye Health: A Primary Eye Care Approach. Astitva Prakashan. ISBN: 9789358386998.
7. Mandal, R. (2023). Textbook of Visual Optics. Astitva Prakashan. ISBN: 9789358389449.
8. Mandal, R., & Mukhopadhyay, D. (2024). Dispensing Optics Essentials. Astitva Prakashan. ISBN: 9789358386172.
9. Mandal, R., Roy, R., & Thakur, K. (2024). Textbook of CEVS & Instrumentation. Astitva Prakashan. ISBN: 9789358385595.
10. Mandal, R., & Reni. (2024). Textbook of General and Ocular Pathology. Astitva Prakashan. ISBN: 9789358389647.
11. Mandal, R., Rao, D. (2024). Textbook of Binocular Vision & Paediatric Optometry. Astitva Prakashan. ISBN: 9789358382068.
12. Mandal, R., & Shivaramaiah, H.S. (2024). Textbook of Low Vision & Geriatric Optometry. Astitva Prakashan. ISBN: 9789358388749.
13. Mandal, R., Mukhopadhyay, D., & Roy, R. (2024). Textbook of Practice Management. Astitva Prakashan. ISBN: 9789358385243.
14. Mandal, R., Roy, R., Thakur, K., & Kamath, V. (2024). Essentials of Contact Lens Practice. Astitva Prakashan. ISBN: 9789358385717.
15. Mandal, R., & Dsa, P. (2025). Textbook of Law and Optometry. Astitva Prakashan. ISBN: 978-93-58385328.

B. Handbooks and Professional Reference Guides

1. Mandal, R., & Mukhopadhyay, D. (2024). Handbook of Optometric Optics. Astitva Prakashan. ISBN: 9789358387346.
2. Mandal, R., Reni, & Rani, A. (2024). Handbook of General Anatomy. Astitva Prakashan. ISBN: 9789358389999.
3. Mandal, R., Reni, & Hebbar, R. (2024). Handbook of General Physiology. Astitva Prakashan. ISBN: 9789358388602.
4. Mandal, R., & Purushothama. (2024). Handbook of General Biochemistry. Astitva Prakashan. ISBN: 9789358382327.
5. Mandal, R., & Sowmyashri. (2024). Handbook of Physical Optics. Astitva Prakashan. ISBN: 9789358383089.
6. Mandal, R., & Kini, A. (2024). Handbook of General and Ocular Microbiology. Astitva Prakashan. ISBN: 9789358389678.
7. Mandal, R. (2024). Comprehensive Handbook for Diploma Primary Eye Health Professionals (Volume 1). Astitva Prakashan. ISBN: 9789358389890.
8. Mandal, R. (2024). Comprehensive Handbook for Diploma Primary Eye Health Professionals (Volume 2). Astitva Prakashan. ISBN: 9789358387032.

C. Clinical Manuals, Logbooks and Training Resources

1. Mandal, R. (2024). Clinical Log Book: Diploma in Ophthalmic Technique. Astitva Prakashan. ISBN: 9789358386806.
2. Mandal, R. (2024). Internship Logbook: B.Sc. Optometry. Astitva Prakashan. ISBN: 9789358381269.

D. Interdisciplinary Healthcare and Research-Oriented Books

1. Shah, S.K., Roy, R., Mandal, R., & Thakur, K. (2025). Basics of Research Methodology & Biostatistics for Healthcare Professionals. Astitva Prakashan. ISBN: 978-93-70021273.
2. Muppidi, M., Mehta, V., Mandal, R., & Kumar, J. (2025). Statistics and Numerical Methods. RK Publications. ISBN: 978-93-49701-09-0. DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.15671609.
3. Mandal, R., & Saha, S. (2025). Systemic Diseases and Ocular Manifestations. Orange Books Publication. ISBN: 978-93-6554-158-8.
4. Saha, S., & Mandal, R. (2025). Diabetes Unraveled: Molecular Mechanism and Clinical Implications. Kavya Publications. ISBN: 978-93-6431-685-9.
5. Saha, S., Mandal, R., Wankhar, D., & Chakraborty, K. (2025). Clinical Insights into Arthritis: A Comprehensive Guide. Astitva Prakashan. ISBN: 978-93-7002-046-7.
6. Mandal, R., Saha, S., & Jayarajan, D. (2026). Optometry and Multidisciplinary Aspects of Health. Astitva Prakashan. ISBN: 978-93-7686-035-7.

E. Book Chapters / Book Contributions

A. Scopus Indexed Book Chapters / Indexed Conference Proceedings | (IEEE Xplore & IGI Global Scientific) | IEEE Xplore Indexed Chapters / Proceedings

1.    Mandal, R. et al. (2026). "A Federated Learning-Based Hybrid Model for Enhancing Student Engagement and Emotional Growth in Universities." In: Conference Proceedings of the 10th International Conference on Recent Advances in Bioscience. IEEE Xplore. ISBN: 978-93-344-1271-0. Chapter: 1. Pages: 1–7. Published: 2026.

2.    Mandal, R. et al. (2025). "Enhancing Social and Emotional Skills of University Students through Fisher Score Sparse Auto Encoder Technique." In: Proceedings of the 5th Asian Conference on Innovation in Technology (ASIANCON). IEEE Xplore. ISBN: 979-8-3503-5699-1 (Electronic); 979-8-3503-5700-4 (Print). Chapter: 1. Pages: 1–6. Published: 2025.

3.    Mandal, R. et al. (2025). "Advancing Precision Ocular Health Assessment through Artificial Intelligence-Based Detection of Retinoblastoma from Fundus Images." In: Proceedings of the 2025 6th International Conference on Inventive Research in Computing Applications (ICIRCA). IEEE Xplore. ISBN: 979-8-3315-2142-4. Pages: 1822–1828. Published: 2025.

4.    Mandal, R. et al. (2025). "Fuzzy Logic and Deep Learning Hybrid Model for Physiological Stress Detection in Higher Education." In: Proceedings of the 5th International Conference on Intelligent Technologies (CONIT 2025). IEEE Xplore. ISBN: 979-8-3315-2233-9 (Electronic); 979-8-3315-2234-6 (Print). Chapter: 1. Pages: 1–7. Published: 2025.

5.    Mandal, R. et al. (2025). "Hybrid Bidirectional LSTM Model for Predicting Student Dropout in Massive Open Online Courses." In: 3rd World Conference on Communication & Computing (WCONF 2025). IEEE Xplore. ISBN: 979-8-3315-3045-7 (Electronic); 979-8-3315-3046-4 (Print). Chapter: 1. Pages: 1–6. Published: 2025.

B. IGI Global Scientific Indexed Book Chapters

6.    Mandal, R. et al. (2026). "Gender Perspectives in TEL and Vocational Education." In: Reimagining Global Vocational Teacher Education Through Technology-Enhanced Learning (TEL). IGI Global Scientific Publishing. ISBN: 979-8-3373-5865-9. Chapter 7. Pages: 223–255. Published: 2026.

7.    Mandal, R. et al. (2026). "Teaching Strategies for Active Engagement and Collaboration in Online Courses." In: Trust and Connection in Digital Spaces: From Homes to Classrooms. IGI Global Scientific Publishing. ISBN: 979-8260009352. Chapter 7. Pages: 175–202. Published: 2026.

8.    Mandal, R. et al. (2026). "Introduction to Digital Literacy in Early Childhood Education." In: Building Digital Literacy in Early Childhood Education. IGI Global Scientific Publishing. ISBN: 979-8337362694. Chapter 1. Pages: 1–28. Published: 2026.

C. Other Peer-Reviewed Book Chapters / Conference Proceedings

1.    Mandal, R. et al. (2026). "Contemporary Strategies for Enhancing Healing in Diabetic Foot Ulcers: A Mini Review." In: SymBio's 2026: 16th National Conference Proceedings on Life Sciences in Modern Epoch – Tools for Sustainable Development. Openverse Publishing. ISBN: 978-81-995458-5-4. Chapter 1. Pages: 4–10. Published: 2026.

2.    Mandal, R. et al. (2025). "Simulation-Based Training and Preventive Strategies in Ocular Trauma: Empowering EMTs for Early Vision Preservation." In: Conference Proceedings of the 10th International Conference on Recent Advances in Bioscience. KSG College of Arts and Science, Bharathiar University. ISBN: 978-93-344-1271-0. Chapter 51. Pages: 153–166. Published: 2025.

3.    Mandal, R. et al. (2025). "Zero-Power Aspheric Lenses for Emmetropes: Clinical Value and Visual Function in a Digitally Dominated World." In: Thinkers: Creating New Ideas of Research – Edition 4, Volume 1. Research Beacon Publication. ISBN: 978-81-989105-8-5. Chapter 11. Published: 2025.

4.    Mandal, R. et al. (2025). "Innovation in Technology, Science, and Multidisciplinary Research." In: TechNova 2025 Edition 1. Research Beacon Publication. ISBN: 978-81-985983-3-2. Chapter 41. Published: 2025.

5.    Mandal, R. (2025). "Neurodiversity and Visual Function: Patterns of Visual Processing Across Neurodevelopmental Conditions." In: Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Multidisciplinary Approach of Sustainability & Green Innovations – 2025 and International Award Ceremony Prativa-2025. SIDVI Foundation, Andhra Pradesh. Published: 2025.

6.    Mandal, R. (2025). "Smart Ocular Drug Delivery Systems in Preventive and Personalized Optometry." In: Proceedings of the 10th International Conference on Recent Advances in Bioscience. ISBN: 978-93-344-1271-0. Published: 2025.

7.    Mandal, R., & Roy, A. (2025). "Simulation-Based Training in Ocular Trauma Management." In: Proceedings of the 10th International Conference on Recent Advances in Bioscience. ISBN: 978-93-344-1271-0. Published: 2025.

8.    Saha, S., Sarkar, A., & Mandal, R. (2025). "Ghrelin as a Potential Therapeutic Peptide in Cancer Prevention." In: Proceedings of the 10th International Conference on Recent Advances in Bioscience. Published: 2025.

9.    Saha, S., Datta, D., & Mandal, R. (2025). "Carbon Nanoparticles from Hibiscus Flower: A Nano-Biotechnology Strategy Against Microbial Pathogens." In: Proceedings of the 10th International Conference on Recent Advances in Bioscience. Published: 2025.

10.  Saha, S., Debnath, P., & Mandal, R. (2025). "Nicotine, Nicotinic Acetylcholine Receptors, and Lung Cancer: Mechanistic Insights." In: Proceedings of the 10th International Conference on Recent Advances in Bioscience. Published: 2025.

Editorial, Peer Review & Academic Service Contributions

A. International Book Chapter Peer Reviewer – IGI Global Scientific Publishing

Peer Reviewer (Double-Anonymized Review Process)

IGI Global Scientific Publishing (International)

Period: 2025–2026

Served as a double-anonymized peer reviewer for scholarly book chapters and edited academic volumes in the areas of artificial intelligence, digital health, healthcare technology, educational innovation, and interdisciplinary research.

Reviewed contributions for the following edited volumes:

1.  Examining Social Psychology in Virtual Environments (2025)

2.  Strengthening E-Collaboration in Healthcare Through AI (2026)

3.  Reimagining Global Vocational Teacher Education Through Technology-Enhanced Learning (TEL)

4.  Building Digital Literacy in Early Childhood Education

Areas of Review Expertise:

•   AI applications in healthcare and education

•   Telehealth and telepsychiatry innovations

•   Digital pedagogy and technology-enhanced learning

•   Interdisciplinary healthcare research applications

B. Reviewed Scholarly Chapters / Manuscripts for IGI Global Scientific Publishing

1. 1. 1. "Symbiotic Human-AI Workflows: Augmented Telepsychiatry and Intelligent Care Teams" | Reviewed for the edited volume: Strengthening E-Collaboration in Healthcare Through AI | IGI Global Scientific Publishing | ISBN13: 9798337359069 | EISBN13: 9798337359083
      2. "Digital Pedagogy and Vocational Teacher Identity: Reimagining Educators’ Roles Within Technology-Enhanced Learning (TEL) Ecosystems" | Reviewed for the edited volume: Reimagining Global Vocational Teacher Education Through Technology-Enhanced Learning (TEL) | IGI Global Scientific Publishing.
      3. "Empowering Early Learners: Building Digital Literacy in Childhood Education" | Reviewed contribution for the edited volume: Building Digital Literacy in Early Childhood Education | IGI Global Scientific Publishing.
      4. "A Collaborative AI Framework for Rare Event Modelling in Early Alzheimer’s Detection: Multi-Modal, Federated, and Explainable Deep Learning" | Reviewed manuscript submitted for: Strengthening E-Collaboration in Healthcare Through AI | IGI Global Scientific Publishing.

Accepted Conference Proceedings (Awaiting Publication)

A. Accepted for Publication in SCITEPRESS Conference Proceedings

1. 1. 1. Mandal, R., Das, S., Sonowal, L., Uddin, N., & Ahmed, O. (2025). "Emerging Technologies in Contact Lenses: A Systematic Review of Smart, Therapeutic, and Diagnostic Innovations for Anterior Segment Applications." Accepted for publication in Intelligent System and Vision Technology in Eye Care (ISVTEC 2025) Conference Proceedings. SCITEPRESS. Status: Accepted, Awaiting Publication.
      2. Mandal, R., & Mahadani, S. (2025). "Harnessing Intelligent Systems and Vision Technologies for Transformative Eye Care: A Narrative Review." Accepted for publication in Intelligent System and Vision Technology in Eye Care (ISVTEC 2025) Conference Proceedings. SCITEPRESS. Status: Accepted, Awaiting Publication.
      3. Mandal, R., Bhattacharya, S., & Mahadani, S. (2025). "Tele-Ophthalmology in Screening, Diagnosis, and Management of Ocular Diseases: A Systematic Review." Accepted for publication in Intelligent System and Vision Technology in Eye Care (ISVTEC 2025) Conference Proceedings. SCITEPRESS. Status: Accepted, Awaiting Publication.
      4. Muneeswaran, M., Yadav, R.K., & Mandal, R. (2025). "Multimodal Artificial Intelligence for Early Detection of Retinal Disorders: A Systematic Review." Accepted for publication in Intelligent System and Vision Technology in Eye Care (ISVTEC 2025) Conference Proceedings. SCITEPRESS. Status: Accepted, Awaiting Publication.

B. Accepted IEEE Conference Proceedings (Awaiting Publication)

5.    Mandal, R. et al. (2025). "A Federated Learning-Based Hybrid Model for Enhancing Student Engagement and Emotional Growth in Universities." Accepted for publication in IEEE Conference Proceedings. Status: Accepted, Awaiting Publication.

6.    Mandal, R. et al. (2025). "Enhancing Social and Emotional Skills of University Students through Gamification and Machine Learning Techniques." Accepted for publication in IEEE Conference Proceedings. Status: Accepted, Awaiting Publication.

Journal Peer Review Contributions

Reviewer – International Journal of Occupational Safety and Health (Scopus Indexed)

Reviewed manuscript: "Longitudinal Trajectories of Noise-Induced Hearing Loss in a Municipal Workforce: A Pilot Study of Diagnostic Migration (2023–2025)" | Review completed: January 2026. | (Scopus-Q3, IF: 0.95)

Reviewer Contributions – Neuroscience and Biomedical Journals

Reviewed manuscripts in the areas of neuroscience, neurodevelopmental disorders, and translational biomedical research, including:

1.    "Vagus Nerve–Driven Microbiota Homeostasis: A Promising Integrative Add-On Therapy for Neurodevelopmental Disorders" | Will be published in Frontiers in Neuroscience (In press). | (Scopus-Q1, IF: 3.2)

2.    "Altered Cortical Neuronal Activity in Functional Esophageal Disorders and Its Associations with Chronic Insomnia and Peripheral Inflammation: A Resting-State fMRI Study" | Will be published in Frontiers in Molecular Neuroscience (In press) | (Scopus-Q1, IF: 4.4)

Editorial and Academic Publication Contributions

Editor – Academic Publication | Editor, Spectrum: Volume 6 | ISBN: 979-8344702336

Published by: Eudoxia Research University, USA | Eudoxia Research Centre, India | October 2024

Editorial Board Member – Abstract Review Committee

Sixth International Conference on New Frontiers in Engineering, Science, Law, Management, Humanities and Social Sciences (INFES 6.0–2024) | Organized by: National School of Leadership, Zambia | Sinhgad Institute of Business Administration & Research, Pune | Role: Abstract Review Committee Member | August 2024

Accepted Conference Proceedings (Awaiting Publication)

A. Accepted for Publication in SCITEPRESS Conference Proceedings

1. 1. 1. Mandal, R., Das, S., Sonowal, L., Uddin, N., & Ahmed, O. (2025). "Emerging Technologies in Contact Lenses: A Systematic Review of Smart, Therapeutic, and Diagnostic Innovations for Anterior Segment Applications." Accepted for publication in Intelligent System and Vision Technology in Eye Care (ISVTEC 2025) Conference Proceedings. SCITEPRESS. Status: Accepted, Awaiting Publication.
      2. Mandal, R., & Mahadani, S. (2025). "Harnessing Intelligent Systems and Vision Technologies for Transformative Eye Care: A Narrative Review." Accepted for publication in Intelligent System and Vision Technology in Eye Care (ISVTEC 2025) Conference Proceedings. SCITEPRESS. Status: Accepted, Awaiting Publication.
      3. Mandal, R., Bhattacharya, S., & Mahadani, S. (2025). "Tele-Ophthalmology in Screening, Diagnosis, and Management of Ocular Diseases: A Systematic Review." Accepted for publication in Intelligent System and Vision Technology in Eye Care (ISVTEC 2025) Conference Proceedings. SCITEPRESS. Status: Accepted, Awaiting Publication.
      4. Muneeswaran, M., Yadav, R.K., & Mandal, R. (2025). "Multimodal Artificial Intelligence for Early Detection of Retinal Disorders: A Systematic Review." Accepted for publication in Intelligent System and Vision Technology in Eye Care (ISVTEC 2025) Conference Proceedings. SCITEPRESS. Status: Accepted, Awaiting Publication.

B. Accepted IEEE Conference Proceedings (Awaiting Publication)

5.    Mandal, R. et al. (2025). "A Federated Learning-Based Hybrid Model for Enhancing Student Engagement and Emotional Growth in Universities." Accepted for publication in IEEE Conference Proceedings. Status: Accepted, Awaiting Publication.

6.    Mandal, R. et al. (2025). "Enhancing Social and Emotional Skills of University Students through Gamification and Machine Learning Techniques." Accepted for publication in IEEE Conference Proceedings. Status: Accepted, Awaiting Publication.

Faculty Development Programmes, Workshops & Academic Training

Completed 20+ national and international Faculty Development Programmes (FDPs), workshops, and academic training programmes focused on research methodology, artificial intelligence in research, scientific writing, intellectual property rights, data analysis, academic innovation, and higher education practices.

Selected Academic Development Programmes

2026

• • Faculty Development Programme on “Effective Use of MS Office, Google Workspace & AI Tools for Academic and Administrative Excellence”, Assam down town University, April 2026.
  • Faculty Development Programme on LaTeX for Research Paper Writing, Assam down town University, February 2026.

2025

• • Faculty Development Programme on Application of AI and SPSS in Quantitative Research Design (Quant ResAI Unbound 2.0), Eudoxia Research University (USA) & Eudoxia Research Centre (India), June 2025.
  • Faculty Development Programme on Research Manuscript, Patent & Thesis Drafting (Research Pro Tech Mastery 3.0), Eudoxia Research University (USA), June 2025.
  • International Workshop on Research Methodology (WORAm 19.0), Eudoxia Research University (USA), May 2025.
  • International Workshop on Research Manuscript Drafting and Patent Filing Process (Think Draft Patent Edge 2025), Eudoxia Research University (USA), April–May 2025.
  • International Workshop on Ethical Application of AI GPT Technology in Qualitative & Quantitative Research (AI Research Nexus 2025), Eudoxia Research University (USA), July 2025.

2024

• • One-Week Faculty Development Programme on Advanced Research Methodology, REST Society for Research International (RSRI), Tamil Nadu, December 2024.
  • One-Week Faculty Development Programme on Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), REST Society for Research International (RSRI), December 2024.
  • International FDP on Data Collection, Coding and Interpretation in Qualitative Research Design (QUALITECH Research FDP), Eudoxia Research University (USA), December 2024.
  • FDP on Qualitative & Quantitative Research Design in Higher Education, Eudoxia Research University (USA), September 2024.
  • FDP on AI Research Methods and Manuscript Drafting Process, Eudoxia Research University (USA), October 2024.

Earlier Professional Training (Selected)

• • Advanced Contact Lens Training – Bausch + Lomb Master Mind Class.
  • Low Vision Awareness Programme, LV Prasad Eye Institute (LVPEI), Hyderabad.
  • National Conference & Workshop in Optometry (OptoSight), Naseema Institute of Optometry & Research.
  • Annual Symposium on Upgraded Medical Techniques (Gnosis), Mangala College of Para Medical Sciences, Mangalore.
  • Vision Therapy Basics Seminar, College of Optometrists in Vision Development, Sankara College of Optometry, Bangalore.

• Fellow Member, Eudoxia Research Centre (FMERC): Active fellow member at Eudoxia Research Centre, Bangalore, India (Issued: July 30, 2024).
• Fellow Member, Eudoxia Research University (FMERU): Active fellow member at Eudoxia Research University, USA (Issued: July 30, 2024).
• Professional Fellow Member, Innovation Scholar (InSc): Professional Fellow Membership at Innovation Scholar, Bangalore, India (Issued: August 2, 2024).
• Napa: World Nursing and Pharma Association – Council member, USA (Issued: September 1, 2024)
• Best Young Researcher Award in the International Conference on Theoritical and Applied Science (ICTAS 2025) on 27th and 28th June 2025, organized by REST Labs, Kaveripattinam, Krishnagiri, Tamil Nadu, India. (Certificate No: ICTAS 2025/AA001)