Srabanti Karmarkar
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Dr. Srabanti Karmarkar is a researcher at the forefront of human-computer interaction, specializing in secure, gesture-based control systems for automotive and embedded applications. Her pioneering work bridges the gap between intuitive user interfaces and robust cybersecurity, with a particular focus on translating natural air gestures into reliable vehicle commands. Her most cited paper, "A novel and secure methodology for keyless ignition and controlling an automobile using air gestures" (2016, 9 citations), introduced a groundbreaking framework that replaces traditional key-based ignition with gesture authentication, significantly reducing theft risks while enhancing driver convenience. This work, published during the early surge of touchless interaction research, demonstrated how cryptographic protocols could be embedded into gesture recognition pipelines—a concept now foundational to modern automotive HMI design. Dr. Karmarkar’s contributions extend beyond security; she has advanced the practical deployment of air gestures in resource-constrained environments, proving that complex interactions can be achieved without expensive sensor arrays. Her research has influenced subsequent work in smart vehicle access systems and accessible interfaces for differently-abled users. With a citation trajectory reflecting growing industry interest in contactless control, Dr. Karmarkar continues to shape how humans interact with machines, making driving safer, more intuitive, and fundamentally more secure.
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