Dr. Shubhani Aggarwal

Dr. Shubhani Aggarwal received her Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering from Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology (Deemed to be University), Patiala, Punjab, India, and completed her postdoctoral research at École de Technologie Supérieure (ÉTS), Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Her research interests include Blockchain, Cryptography, Internet of Drones, and Information Security. Dr. Aggarwal’s research has been published in several high-impact journals, including IEEE Transactions on Vehicular Technology, IEEE Transactions on Industrial Informatics, IEEE Transactions on Intelligent Transportation Systems, IEEE Internet of Things Journal, Elsevier’s Journal of Network and Computer Applications, IEEE Access, Computers & Security, Mobile Networks and Applications, and Computer Communications, among others. She has also authored a book on Blockchain Technology, published in the Advances in Computers series by Elsevier.

Dr. Shubhani Aggarwal has recently joined the faculty as Assistant Professor-Selection Grade at UPES. Prior to this, she served as an Assistant Professor at the Amity School of Engineering and Technology, Amity University Punjab, Mohali. She also brings three years of valuable experience as a Research Assistant on a Blockchain Technology project in collaboration with Tata Consultancy Services.

Dr. Shubhani Aggarwal's research interests focus on the intersection of Information Security, Blockchain Technology, Wireless Networks, Cyber-Physical Systems, and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). Her work focuses on developing secure, scalable, and intelligent solutions for emerging digital infrastructures, with a strong emphasis on practical implementations and interdisciplinary applications.

Dr. Shubhani Aggarwal believes in fostering a student-centred learning environment that emphasises critical thinking, practical application, and ethical understanding. Her teaching integrates real-world case studies and hands-on experiences, particularly in areas like Blockchain, Information Security, and Cyber-Physical Systems, to bridge theory with practice. She encourages active learning through collaboration and innovation, aiming to equip students with the skills and mindset necessary to succeed in a dynamic technological landscape while promoting inclusivity, curiosity, and lifelong learning.

Dr. Shubhani Aggarwal teaches a variety of courses, including:

• Fundamentals of IoT and Blockchain- Introduced students to core IoT architectures and blockchain principles with hands-on applications.
• Object Oriented Programming- Taught object-oriented concepts using C++, emphasising encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism.
• Computer Networks- Covered network architecture, protocols, and communication models with practical simulation-based learning.
• Web and Mobile Security- Explored security threats and protection mechanisms in web and mobile platforms.
• Secure Communication and Cryptography- Explained cryptographic algorithms and protocols essential for secure data transmission.
   

• Published impactful research in reputed journals like IEEE Transactions on Vehicular Technology, IEEE Transactions on Industrial Informatics, IEEE Transactions on Intelligent Transportation Systems, IEEE Internet of Things Journal, Elsevier’s Journal of Network and Computer Applications, IEEE Access, Computers & Security, Mobile Networks and Applications, and Computer Communications, among others, focusing on distributed networks and real-world applications.
• Presented findings at international conferences, including the IEEE ICC, IEEE MobiHoc Conferences, highlighting innovative approaches in network security.
• Mentored undergraduate and postgraduate students in research projects, including blockchain, cybersecurity, and information security.

• Collaborated on interdisciplinary projects and research articles involving wireless sensor networks, blockchain technology, and cybersecurity.

  Served as a peer reviewer for scientific journals, ensuring quality in research publications.
   

• Awarded a Postdoctoral Fellowship from École de Technologie Supérieure (ÉTS), University of Quebec, Montreal, Canada.
• Recognised among the top 2% of scientists worldwide, as reported by Stanford University in 2023 and 2024.
• Awarded the TCS Research Grant for the project titled 'Decentralized Secure Energy Management Framework for Smart Grid Systems' for the period 2019–2022.
• Granted a patent titled multi-function walking stick with LED lights and USB-supported features in class 03-03 in Journal No. 29/2024 on 19-07-2024.
• Granted a patent, Multi-functional pendrive with integrated keyring, bolt & bottle opener, Design no. 443112-001 on 04-01-2025.
• GATE and NET qualified in Computer Science and Enginnering
   

shubhani.aggarwal@ddn.upes.ac.in