Prof. (Dr.) Purvi Tandel

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Name : Prof. (Dr.) Purvi Tandel
Qualification: Ph.D. (Computer Engineering)
Designation: Assistant Professor
Department: Computer Engineering
Experience: 14 Years
Email: purvi.tandel@scet.ac.in
Courses / Subject involved: Post-Quantum Cryptography, Blockchain Technology, Computational Algorithms, Computer Vision, Internet of Things, Data Structures and Algorithms, Information Security

Extra Duty

Research Projects

Patents/Copyrights

Books Published

Research Publications

Book Chapter
1 Tandel, P.H., Nasriwala, J.V. (2022). “Evaluating Hash-Based Post-Quantum Signature in Smart IoT Devices for Authentication”. In: Suma, V., Fernando, X., Du, KL., Wang, H. (eds) Evolutionary Computing and Mobile Sustainable Networks. Lecture Notes on Data Engineering and Communications Technologies, vol 116. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16- 9605-3 44.
2 Tandel, P.H., Nasriwala, J.V. (2022). “Post-Quantum Cryptography: A Solution to Quantum Computing on Security Approaches”. In: Ranganathan, G., Bestak, R., Palanisamy, R., Rocha, ´A. (eds) Pervasive Computing and Social Networking. Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems, vol 317. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-5640-8 46.
3 Bhumika Patel, Purvi Tandel, Slesha Sanghvi, “Efficient Ballot Casting in Ranked Based Voting System Using Homomorphic Encryption”. In proceedings of International Conference on Advances in Computing and Data Sciences (ICACDS 2019) and Communications in Computer and Information Science by Springer link, pp 565-576, Volume 1046, ISBN: 978-981-13-9941-1 (print) 978-981-13-9942-8 (online), DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-13-9942-8_53, 2019.
4 Purvi Tandel, Sharada Valiveti, K. P. Agrawal, K. Kotecha, “Non-Repudiation in Ad Hoc Networks”. In proceedings of the 2010 International Conference on Future Generation Communication and Networking- MANET 2010, in International Convention Center Jeju, Korea, Communications in Computer and Information Science by Springer link, pp 405-415, Volume 120, ISBN: 978-3-642-17603-6 (print) 978-3-642-17604-3(online), 2010.
International Journals
1 Purvi Tandel, Jitendra Nasriwala “Quantum-Safe Authentication Mechanism for IoT Devices using Hash-based Post-Quantum Signature Schemes – A Short Review”, International Journal of Grid and Utility Computing (IJGUC) - Inderscience, Vol. 16, Issue. 3, ISSN: 1741-8488, pp 247-258. https://doi.org/10.1504/IJGUC.2025.146284.
2 Purvi Tandel and Jitendra Nasriwala. (2024) “Efficient authentication framework with Blake2s and a hash-based signature scheme for Industry 4.0 applications”. International Journal of Intelligent Engineering Informatics (IJIEI), Inderscience, Vol. 12, No. 4, ISSN: 1758-8723, pp 410–432. https://doi.org/10.1504/ijiei.2024.142416.
3 Tandel, P., Nasriwala, J. (2024) “Secure authentication framework for IoT applications using a hash-based post-quantum signature scheme”. Service Oriented Computing and Applications (SOCA), Springer Nature, ISSN: 1863-2386, https://doi.org/10.1007/s11761-024-00414-x.
4 Mitisha Narottambhai Patel, Purvi Tandel, “A Survey on Feature Extraction Techniques for Shape based Object Recognition”. In International Journal of Computer Applications (0975 – 8887), pp 16-20, Volume 137 – No.6, ISBN: 973-93-80891-39-6 DOI: 10.5120/ijca2016908782, 2016.
5 Drashti O. Vadaviya, Purvi H. Tandel, “Secure Encryption Techniques Using DNA Computation”. International Journal of Modern Trends in Engineering and Research (IJMTER), Volume 2, Issue 7, pp 176-182, ISSN: 2393-8161(print) 2349-9745(online), July-2015.
6 Saurabhkumar Mistry, Purvi H. Tandel, “A Survey on Context based Search over Encrypted Cloud Data Techniques”. International Journal of Modern Trends in Engineering and Research (IJMTER), Volume 2, Issue 7, pp 151-159, ISSN: 2393-8161(print) 2349-9745(online), July-2015.
International Conference
1 Monika Mistry, Purvi Tandel, Vijay Reshamwala, “Mitigating Techniques of Black Hole Attack in MANET: A Review”. In proceedings of International Conference on Trends in Electronics and Informatics (ICEI 2017); IEEE Xplore Digital Library, ISBN: 978-1-5090-4258-6(print) 978-1-5090-4257-9 (online) DOI: 10.1109/ICOEI.2017.8300721, 2018.
2 Yashi Choksi, Purvi Tandel, Trushna Khatri, “AODV modification to address link breakage issue : A Review”. In proceedings of International Conference on Trends in Electronics and Informatics (ICEI 2017); IEEE Xplore Digital Library, ISBN: 978-1-5090-4258-6(print) 978-1-5090-4257-9(online) DOI: 10.1109/ICOEI.2017.8300767, 2018.
3 Charmil Nitin Bharti, Purvi Tandel, “A Survey of Image Forgery Detection Techniques”. In proceedings of IEEE International Conference on Wireless Communications, Signal Processing and Networking (WiSPNET 2016); IEEE Xplore Digital Library, ISBN: 978-1-4673-9339-3(print) 978-1-4673-9338-6(online) DOI: 10.1109/WiSPNET.2016.7566257, 2016.
4 Ankita R. Mithaiwala, Purvi Tandel, “A Decentralized and Secure Authentication Schema for Vehicular Communication: A Review”. In Proceedings of 3rd International Conference on Electronics and Communication Systems – ICECS’ 2016; Online Publication by IEEE Xplore, 2016.
National Conference
1 Saurabhkumar P. Mistry, Purvi H. Tandel, “Ranked keyword and Multi ranked keyword search technique in cloud computing”. Presented and published in National Conference on Recent Advances in Engineering for Sustainability, 29th and 30th May, 2015.
2 Drashti O. Vadaviya, Purvi H. Tandel, “Study of Avalanche Effect in AES”. Presented and published in National Conference on Recent Advances in Engineering for Sustainability, 29th and 30th May, 2015.
3 Ankita Rameshchandra Mithaiwala, Purvi Tandel, “Review on Segmenting and Hiding Data Randomly using Image Steganography”. Presented and published in National Conference on Recent Advances in Engineering for Sustainability, 29th and 30th May, 2015.
4 Patel Shivani, Prajapati Zinal, Tandel Purvi, Oza Rachana, “Image Steganography Using LSB Technique”. Presented and published in National Conference on Recent Advances in Engineering for Sustainability, 29th and 30th May, 2015.

Expert Lectures Delivered

Achievements / Awards

1 Awarded as the “Best Paper” for the paper titled “Evaluating Hash-Based Post-Quantum Signature in Smart IoT Devices for Authentication” in international conference on Evolutionary Computing and Mobile Sustainable Networks (ICECMSN -2021) organized by RV institute of Technology and Management, India Department of Computer Science and Engineering, NIT Warangal during September 28 - September 29, 2021.
2 Professional Certificate Program Record on "Quantum 101: Quantum Computing & Quantum Internet Record" a professional certificate program offered by DelftX, an online learning initiative of Delft University of Technology through edX dated November 1, 2020.
3 Specialization certificate on "Introduction to Applied Cryptography" authorized by University of Colorado System and offered through Coursera dated August 12, 2020.

Administrative Duties

1 Head of Department, Department of Information Technology and Cyber Security, C G Patel Institute of Technology, Uka Tarsadia University, from 1st March, 2021 to 30th June, 2025.
2 Member of the Board of Studies in Faculty of Engineering and Technology of Uka Tarsadia University. (2014-15 to 2024-25)
3 Coordinator, one day workshop on “Mastering Big Data: Hands-On Practices with MongoDB" organized by Department of Information Technology and Cyber Security, C G Patel Institute of Technology, Uka Tarsadia University on October 1, 2024. (2024-25)
4 Training & Placement Coordinator for CO/IT Department, C G Patel Institute of Technology, Uka Tarsadia University. (2013-14 to 2016-17, 2024-25)
5 Co-coordinator, online five days STTP on "Blockchain Technology & Its Emerging Applications" jointly organized by C G Patel Institute of Technology, Uka Tarsadia University and Central Institute of Technology Kokrajhar, Assam from July 4 to July 8, 2023. (2023-24)
6 Superintendent – University Examination, Uka Tarsadia University. (Summer 2025, Summer 2023)
7 Co-convener, GUJCOST sponsored online five days STTP on "Blockchain Technology and Its Applications" organized by C G Patel Institute of Technology, Uka Tarsadia University from November 1 to November 5, 2022. (2022-23)
8 Member of R&D/Conference/Seminar/Consultancy/FDP committee, C G Patel Institute of Technology, Uka Tarsadia University. (2021-22 to 2024-25)
9 SPOC of Smart India Hackathon organized by AICTE. (2016-17 to 2019-20)
10 Head of Department, Department of Computer Engineering and Information Technology, C G Patel Institute of Technology, Uka Tarsadia University, from 10th August, 2016 to 28th September, 2019.
11 Convener, five days STTP on “Deep Learning using Python – A Practical Approach” organized by CE & IT Dept., CGPIT on July 22 - July 26, 2019. (2019-20)
12 Convener of Syllabus Design & Review Committee, C G Patel Institute of Technology, Uka Tarsadia University. (2019-20 to 2021-22)
13 Convener, one week faculty development program on “Research Applications in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning” organized by CE & IT Dept., CGPIT on June 24 – June 28, 2019. (2018-19)
14 Member of Entrepreneurship, SSIP & Skill Development Cell, C G Patel Institute of Technology, Uka Tarsadia University. (2018-19, 2019-20, 2023-24)
15 Convener, five days STTP on “Research Applications using Python” organized by CE & IT Dept., CGPIT on May 14 - May 18, 2018. (2017-18)
16 Convener, two days workshop on “Recent trends in Data Science” organized by CE & IT Dept., CGPIT on May 10 and May 11, 2018. (2017-18)
17 Observer – University Examination, Uka Tarsadia University. (Summer 2017)
18 Convener, two days workshop on “Fundamentals of Cloud Computing” organized by CE & IT Dept., CGPIT on March 3 – March 4, 2017. (2016-17)
19 Convener, one week STTP on “Experience the cloud and cluster computing” organized by CE & IT Dept., CGPIT during February 19 – February 24, 2018. (2017-18)
20 Convener, five days STTP on “Applications of Data Mining with Big Data Analytics” organized by CE & IT Dept., CGPIT from January 9 – January 13, 2017. (2016-17)
21 Convener, two days workshop on “How to write a technical paper” organized by CE & IT Dept., CGPIT on April 7 – April 8, 2017. (2016-17)
22 Member of Syllabus Design & Review Committee, C G Patel Institute of Technology, Uka Tarsadia University. (2013-14 to 2018-19, 2023-24, 2024-25)

Membership of Professional Bodies

1 IEEE Member (2017 & 2018)
2 Lifetime Member of the IEI (Institution of Engineers India) since 2016.
3 Lifetime Member of the ISTE Professional Society since 2012.

Workshop / Seminar / STTP

1 Twelve Week Faculty Development Program by NPTEL-AICTE on “Blockchain and Its Applications” from Jan-Apr 2025.
2 AICTE Training and Learning (ATAL) Academy Faculty Development Program on “AI-Driven Wearables and Robotics: Transforming the Future of Healthcare and Telemedicine” at Sarvajanik College of Engineering and Technology from January 27 – February 01, 2025.
3 ISEA III project sponsored 5 days Faculty Development Program on “Security and Privacy in Futuristic Technologies” organized by Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology from December 16 – December 20, 2024.
4 5 days online Faculty Development Program on "Quantum Computing: Algorithms and Applications" organized by Department of Computer Science and Engineering, NIT Warangal during July 15 - July 19, 2024.
5 Five days workshop on "CyberTEA: Cybersecurity Trends and Emerging Applications" organized by Indian Institute of Information Technology Sri City from January 2 - January 6, 2024.
6 5 days online Faculty Development Program on "Recent Trends in Blockchain Technology and Cyber Security" organized by JIS UNIVERSITY, KOLKATA during September 26 - September 30, 2023.
7 5 days Short Term Training Program on "Python Programming for Artificial Intelligence" organized by Department of Computer Science and Engineering, NIT Warangal from December 27 - December 31, 2022
8 5 days Short Term Training Program on "Recent trends in Information Security and Privacy" organized by Department of Information Technology, Sarvajanik University from October 25 - October 29, 2021.
9 International conference on Evolutionary Computing and Mobile Sustainable Networks (ICECMSN -2021) organized by RV institute of Technology and Management, India Department of Computer Science and Engineering, NIT Warangal during September 28 - September 29, 2021.
10 International Conference on Pervasive Computing and Social Networking (ICPCSN 2021) organized by Narasu's Sarathy Institute of Technology, Salem, India on March 19 - March 20, 2021.
11 5 days online Faculty Development Program on "Quantum Computing" organized by Malaviya National Institute of Technology, Jaipur by AICTE Training And Learning (ATAL) Academy during November 23 - November 27, 2020.
12 Certificate course on "Cryptography and Information Theory" authorized by University of Colorado System and offered through Coursera dated November 28, 2020.
13 Certificate course on "Architecture, Algorithms, and Protocols of a Quantum Computer and Quantum Internet" a course of study offered by DelftX, an online learning initiative of Delft University of Technology through edX dated October 31, 2020.
14 Certificate course on "The Hardware of a Quantum Computer" a course of study offered by DelftX, an online learning initiative of Delft University of Technology through edX dated October 6, 2020.
15 12 days Faculty Development Program on "Practicing and Developing Cloud with AWS services" organized by C G Patel Institute of Technology, Uka Tarsadia University and AWS academy during September 26 - October 10, 2020.
16 Certificate course on "Symmetric Cryptography" authorized by University of Colorado System and offered through Coursera dated August 10, 2020.
17 Certificate course on "Asymmetric Cryptography and Key Management" authorized by University of Colorado System and offered through Coursera dated August 12, 2020.
18 Certificate course on "Mathematical Foundations for Cryptography" authorized by University of Colorado System and offered through Coursera dated July 13, 2020.
19 5 days Faculty Development Program on "Skilling Teachers for Online Education" organized by Department of Humanities, Uka Tarsadia University during June 02 - June 06, 2020.
20 Certificate course on "Classical Cryptosystems and Core Concepts" authorized by University of Colorado System and offered through Coursera dated June 18, 2020.
21 Certificate course on "Programming for everybody(getting started with Python)" authorized by University of Michigan and offered through Coursera dated June 04, 2020.
22 Webinar on "AI and its Role in Digital Economy Going Forward" organized by Uka Tarsadia University on June 27, 2020.
23 Workshop on "The BodhiTree and SAFE Tools for Effective Online Teaching A Hands On Workshop" organized by the Teaching Learning Centre (ICT) at IIT Bombay, funded by the Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya National Mission on Teachers and Teaching (PMMMNMTT), MHRD, Govt. of India from June 18 - June 21, 2020.
24 Webinar on "Blockchain Technology- Present and Future" organized by Uka Tarsadia University on June 01, 2020.
25 Webinar on "Cyber Security and Forensics" organized by Uka Tarsadia University in collaboration with JCI Valsad from May 23 - May 24, 2020.
26 One Week National Level e-Faculty Development Programme on “Comprehensive Quality Initiatives for Higher Education in Pandemic Era” organized by Internal Quality Assurance Cell of Uka Tarsadia University (UTU), Bardoli, Gujarat during May 26 - May 30, 2020.
27 Webinar on "Relevance of ancient Indian technology in Modern Era" organized by GTU-Graduate School of Engineering and Technology on May 21, 2020.
28 Webinar on "Future Trends in AI" organized by GTU-Graduate School of Engineering and Technology on May 20, 2020.
29 Certificate course on "Advanced Algorithms and Complexity" authorized by University of California San Diego and National Research University Higher School of Economics and offered through Coursera dated January 12, 2020.
30 Certificate course on "Fundamentals of Deep Learning for Computer Vision" authorized by NVIDIA DEEP LEARNING INSTITUTE dated November 28, 2019.
31 AICTE sponsored one week STTP on “Deep Learning, Machine Learning and Pattern Recognition” organized by Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Sarvajanik College of Engineering and Technology from November 24 - November 25, 2019.
32 ISEA-II sponsored one day workshop on “Cyber Crime and Digital Forensics (CCDF-2019)” organized by the Computer Engineering Department, S V National Institute of Technology, Surat on November 23, 2019.
33 GUJCOST sponsored workshop on "Role of IPR in Innovation Management for Academia-Industry Collaboration" organized by the Electrical Engineering Department, C G Patel Institute of Technology, Uka Tarsadia University on October 18, 2019.
34 2 days Faculty Development Program on "iFDP – International Workshop on Enhancing 21st Century Teaching Andragogy by Integrating Applied Education & World of Work Skills for Global Economy into their Teaching Practices" organized by GTEP in collaboration with British Deputy High Commission-Gujarat during September 13 - September 14, 2019.
35 TEQIP III sponsored five days STTP on “Blockchain Technology” organized by Computer Engineering Department, S V National Institute of Technology, Surat from June 03 - June 07, 2019.
36 One day workshop on "Blockchain Technology" organized by Training and Placement Cell and Computer Science Courses of Uka Tarsadia University dated February 15, 2019.
37 GUJCOST sponsored National seminar on “New Trends in signal processing” organized by Sarvajanik College of Engineering and Technology from February 08- February 09, 2019.
38 ISEA II project sponsored five days STTP on “Research topics in Information Security & Privacy (RTIS&P)” organized by Computer Engineering Department, S V National Institute of Technology, Surat from June 18 - June 22, 2018.
39 Five days STTP on “Research applications using Python” organized by Department of Computer Engineering and Information Technology, CGPT under ISTE Faculty Chapter from May 14 - May 18, 2018.
40 Two days workshop on "Recent Trends in Data Science" organized by Department of Computer Engineering & Information Technology, CGPIT in association with IEEE Signal Processing Society dated May 10- May 11, 2018.
41 Five days STTP on “Life Long Researchers (LLR-II 2016)” organized by Mechanical Engineering Department, S V National Institute of Technology, Surat under TEQIP II from December 19 - December 23, 2016.
42 Two weeks Faculty Development Program on "Faculty Development Program Phase I" organized by Center of The Humanities and Development, Uka Tarsadia University from August 01 - August 13, 2016.
43 Five days STTP on “Design and Analysis of Algorithms (DAA-2016)” organized by Computer Engineering Department, S V National Institute of Technology, Surat from May 23 - May 27, 2016.
44 TEQIP II sponsored Five days STTP on “Software Requirements and Specifications(SRS-2016)” organized by Computer Engineering Department, S V National Institute of Technology, Surat from May 09 - May 13, 2016.
45 Two days workshop on "Application of Classification Techniques in Data Mining and Image Processing" organized by Department of Computer Engineering & Information Technology, CGPIT from May 27 - May 28, 2016.
46 IEEE International Conference on Wireless Communications, Signal Processing and Networking (WiSPNET) organized by SSN College of Engineering, Chennai, India on March 23 – March 25, 2016.
47 One day seminar on “The idea of our universities” organized by GTU-Graduate School of Engineering and Technology, Public Policy & Universities of the 21st century on March 07, 2016.
48 IEEE sponsored International Conference on Electronics and Communication System organized by Department of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering, Karpagam College of Engineering, Coimbatore, Tamilnadu, India on February 25 – February 26, 2016.
49 Five days STTP on “Recent Advances in Web Technologies” organized by Department of Computer Engineering and Information Technology, CGPT under ISTE Faculty Chapter from January 04 - January 08, 2016.
50 One day workshop on "Scope of research in Image Processing and Soft Computing" organized by Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering & Computer Engineering, CGPIT in association with ISTE faculty chapter dated January 18, 2016.
51 Three days workshop on "Advanced Network Simulation using NS-3" organized by Department of Computer Engineering & Information Technology, CGPIT from December 21 - December 23, 2015.
52 20th ISTE state annual faculty convention on “Challenges and Opportunities in Technical Education in Era of Sustainable Development” organized by ISTE Gujarat Section and C G Patel Institute of Technology on October 27, 2015.
53 One day workshop on "Women’s economic Empowerment: Need of 21st Century" organized by C G Patel Institute of Technology, UTU dated September 24, 2015.
54 One day seminar on “Emerging Trends in Mobility & Wearables” organized by Department of Computer Engineering and Information Technology and ISTE on August 08, 2015.
55 International Conference on Recent Trends in Engineering & Technology (ICRTET 2015) organized by SNJB’s Late Sau. Kantabai Bhavarlalji Jain College of Engineering, Nashik, Maharastra, India on July 02 – July 04, 2015.
56 National Conference on “Recent Advances in Engineering for Sustainability” organized by Chhotubhai Gopalbhai Patel Institute of Technology, Surat, India on May 29 – May 30, 2015.
57 One day workshop on "Application of Nanotechnology in Science and Technology" organized by C G Patel Institute of Technology, UTU dated January 27, 2015.
58 Two days workshop on "Research Trends in Algorithms and Graph Theory" organized by U & P U Patel Department of Computer Engineering, CHARUSAT in association with Gujarat Council of Science and Technology dated January 23 - January 24, 2015.
59 Two days workshop on "Swarm Robotics" during TechFest 2015 at IIT Bombay from January 2 - January 4, 2015.
60 One day seminar on “Patent Search Methodology” organized by Uka Tarsadia University on September 21, 2014.
61 IEEE Gujarat Section sponsored “National Seminar on Computer Vision and Image Processing” (NaSCoVIP) organized by IEEE Gujarat Section, SCET, Surat and SVNIT, Surat during September 19- September 20, 2014.
62 One day workshop on "How To Write Thesis Using Application Software" organized by Electrical Engineering Department, C G Patel Institute of Technology, UTU under the banner of ISTE dated September 06, 2014.
63 Two week ISTE workshop on "Computer Networking" conducted by IIT Bombay from dated May 28 - July 05, 2014.
64 IEEE One day workshop on "Image Processing & Applications" organized by Department of Electronics and Communication, SCET dated March 29, 2014.
65 One day workshop on "Women Empowerment" organized by C G Patel Institute of Technology, UTU dated November 26, 2013.
66 TEQIP II sponsored Five days STTP on “Wireless Sensor Networks: Secure Data Aggregation and Related Issues” organized by Computer Engineering Department, S V National Institute of Technology, Surat from July 15 - July 19, 2013
67 AICTE sponsored seminar on “Knowledge Management” organized by SRIMCA, Uka Tarsadia University on June 05, 2013.
68 Two week ISTE workshop on "Database Management Systems" conducted by IIT Bombay from dated May 21 - May 31, 2013.
69 IEEE workshop on "Soft Computing" organized by Electronics and Communication Department, Sarvajanik College of Engineering and Technology, Surat dated March 16, 2013.
70 International Conference on Future Generation Communication and Networking- MANET 2010, in International Convention Center Jeju, Korea from December 13 - December 15, 2010.
71 National Conference on Current Trends in Technology (NUCONE 2009) organized by Institute of Technology, Nirma University, Ahmedabad on November 25 - November 27, 2009.

Participation in Other Activities

1 Reviewer in “Control and Cybernetics” in 2024-25.
2 Reviewer in “International Journal of Intelligent Engineering Informatics” in 2024-25.
3 Reviewer in “International Journal of Computer Theory and Engineering” in 2023-24.
4 Organized industrial visit for the second year & final year CE & IT students of CGPIT at Bangalore. (2011-12, 2012-13, 2016-17)
5 Session co-chair, “Challenges and Opportunities in Technical Education in Era of Sustainable Development”, jointly organized by ISTE Gujarat Section and Chhotubhai Gopalbhai Patel Institute of Technology, Uka Tarsadia University on October 27, 2015. (2015-16)
6 Session Co-chair in “Information Security” track in National Conference on “Recent Advances in Engineering for Sustainability”, May 29 and May 30, 2015. (2014-15)
7 Organized industrial visit for the final year CE students of CGPIT at IPR, Gandhinagar. (2014-15)
8 Organized industrial visit for the final year CE & IT students of CGPIT at C-DAC, Pune. (2014-15)