Shiva Prakash

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Shiva Prakash is a researcher whose work bridges cybersecurity and wireless sensor networks, with a focus on making technology both more secure and more efficient. His most cited paper, "Gamification of internet security by next generation CAPTCHAs" (2017, 11 citations), tackles a pressing challenge: as machine learning algorithms grow more sophisticated, traditional CAPTCHAs become increasingly vulnerable. Prakash proposes a gamified approach to CAPTCHA design, turning security verification into an engaging human task that resists automated attacks—a creative contribution to the ongoing arms race in internet security. In parallel, his work on "Effective Aggregate Data Collection and Enhanced Network Lifetime Using Energy Efficient Aggregation Data Convening Routing in Wireless Sensor Network" (2023, 8 citations) addresses a critical issue in IoT and sensor networks: how to collect data efficiently without draining battery life. By developing a routing protocol that optimizes energy use during data aggregation, Prakash extends network longevity, a key requirement for real-world deployments in environmental monitoring and smart infrastructure. His research demonstrates a dual commitment to human-centered security and sustainable network design, offering practical solutions for tomorrow’s connected systems.

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1. 1
   Gamification of internet security by next generation CAPTCHAs

   11 citations · 2017
2. 2
   Effective Aggregate Data Collection and Enhanced Network Lifetime Using Energy Efficient Aggregation Data Convening Routing in Wireless Sensor Network

   8 citations · 2023

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