Dr. J.D. Chaitanya Kumar is an academician and researcher specializing in Structural Engineering with over 12 years of teaching and research experience. He holds a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (JNTU Anantapur, 2023), an M.Tech in Structural Engineering (Gold Medalist, GVPCOE, 2013), and a B.Tech in Civil Engineering (2011). His doctoral research focused on the Experimental Analysis of Lightweight Precast Structural Elements, contributing to the advancement of sustainable construction technologies.

Academic & Professional Journey

• Head of Department & Assistant Professor - K L Deemed to be University (2018-Present)
• Lecturer - Debre Berhan University, Ethiopia (2016-2018)
• Assistant Professor - K L University (2015-2016)
• Assistant Professor - NRI Institute of Technology (2013-2015)

Research & Publications

• Publications: 53 papers (Scopus/WoS indexed), 1 industry magazine article
• Patents: 1 published + 3 under process
• Reviewer: IJERT, Materials Today Proceedings, Cogent Engineering, European Journal of Environmental and Civil Engineering

Awards & Recognition

• Best Paper on Concrete Award - Indian Concrete Institute, Vijayawada Chapter (2021)
• Gold Medalist - M.Tech Structural Engineering, GVPCOE (2013)

Leadership & Contributions

• Guided 15 B.Tech and 18 M.Tech projects
• Organized multiple national & international conferences, FDPs, and workshops
• Active member of consultancy projects and industry collaborations
• Life Member in ICI, PSI, IAENG, and IFERP

Vision as HoD

Dr. Kumar envisions the Civil Engineering Department as a center of excellence in teaching, research, and innovation, focusing on:

• Sustainable construction technologies
• Industry-driven academic practices
• Global research collaborations
• Holistic development of students into competent engineers and leaders