Artificial Intelligence: Foundations, Frontiers and Futures provides a comprehensive exploration of artificial intelligence, tracing its journey from philosophical origins and early symbolic reasoning to today’s data-driven, generative, and multimodal systems. Designed for students, researchers, and practitioners, the book offers a balanced blend of theoretical underpinnings, practical applications, and forward-looking perspectives. The early chapters establish the foundations of AI, covering symbolic AI, machine learning fundamentals, and core technologies such as natural language processing, computer vision, and robotics. These sections give readers the essential knowledge to understand how AI systems are designed, trained, and applied across domains. Moving toward the frontiers of AI, the book delves into advanced topics including federated learning, edge intelligence, generative models, explainable AI, and human–AI collaboration. Real-world use cases highlight the transformative impact of AI across healthcare, finance, education, industry, and society at large. Finally, the text examines the futures of AI, addressing critical themes such as ethical and governance challenges, sustainability, democratization of AI access, and the pursuit of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). Emerging technologies such as neuromorphic computing, quantum AI, and brain-inspired architectures are explored as potential pathways to the next era of intelligence. By bridging history, current innovations, and speculative futures, this book equips readers not only with knowledge of AI’s technical depth but also with a critical awareness of its societal and ethical implications. It serves as a guide for understanding how AI is reshaping the present and what possibilities lie ahead in the evolving landscape of intelligence.
About the Editors
Dr. G. Ashok Kumar earned his Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) from Koneru Lakshmaiah University, Vijayawada, India, in 2024. He is currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Artificial Intelligence at Anurag University, Hyderabad. With over 16 years of teaching experience, he has held academic positions at several esteemed engineering institutions, including VBIT, Gurunnak institutions and KITE. He has published numerous research papers in reputed national and international journals and conferences. His research interests include Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Mining, and Cloud Computing. He is actively involved in guiding undergraduate and postgraduate students in academic research and industryoriented projects. His work is recognized for its practical applications and relevance to emerging trends in computer science.
Dr.K.C.Sreedhar acquired his PhD from Vellore Institute of Technology,Vellore in 2022.He is currently working as Associate Professor in Department of Artificial Intelligence in Anurag University,Hyderabad. He pursued his M.Tech from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad. His research interests include Data Mining, Cloud Computing, Artificial Intelligence, Machine learning. He has taught various subjects like Advanced Data Structures, Computer Organization,Web Technologies, Cloud Computing, Artificial Intelligence, Data warehousing and Data mining, Database Management Systems. He has also one patent to his credit. He published various articles in databases indexed by Scopus, SCI and Web of Science and also some articles in International Conferences. He has guided graduate and postgraduate engineering students in their academic and project work.
Ms.M. Swathi completed her M.Tech from G.Pulla Reddy Engg College from Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh. She has been pursuing PhD in the department of Scope, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore in December 2020.She is currently working as Assistant Professor in the Department of Artificial Intelligence at Anurag University, Hyderabad. She has published 3 Conferences in Springer Proceedings. Her research interests include Machine Learning, Image Processing, and Deep Learning. She has published four papers in SCI Indexed and Scopus indexed journal. She has taught various subjects like Software Testing Methodologies, Design and Analysis of Algorithms, Database Management systems, Operating systems, Natural Language Processing, Compiler Design and Artificial Intelligence.
About the Authors
Dr. N. Menaka M.Sc., M.Phil., NET, Ph.D. She is currently serving as a faculty member in the Department of Computer Science with Data Science at Anna Adarsh College for Women (Autonomous), Chennai, with over three years of teaching and research experience. Her academic interests include data analytics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. She has contributed to the field through research, publications, and guiding students in emerging areas of computer science and Data Science.
Dr. Maheswari K., M.C.A., M.Phil., M.Ed., Ph.D., is an accomplished academician with over 21 years of extensive teaching experience in the field of Computer Science. She is currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the Postgraduate Department of Computer Science, Anna Adarsh College for Women (Autonomous), Chennai. She earned her Doctorate in Computer Science with specialization in Data Mining and Big Data Analytics from Bharathiar University, India. Her research expertise areas are advanced data analysis, knowledge discovery, and emerging technologies in big data. She has made significant contributions to academia and research, authoring four book chapters and publishing ten research papers in reputed International and National journals. She has also actively participated in the academic community by presenting six research papers at International conferences.
Mr. V. Ramu is currently working an Assistant Professor in the department of Computer Science & Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) at Kakatiya Institute of Technology & Science (KITS), Warangal. He completed his M.Tech in CSE at Ramappa Engineering College, Affiliated to JNTUH, Hyderabad in 2012. The author is having more than 20 years of teaching experience from various colleges. The author is having Java Certification from Sun Microsystems USA and Oracle Certification from Oracle Corporation USA. He is having NPTEL Certifications in various programming languages like Programming in C, Python for Data science, Data Base Management Systems. He also published more than 20 National and nternational Journals. He has having more than 10 book chapters in various Core subjects of Computer Science and Engineering and other allied branches of CSE. His Research areas of specialization include Image Processing, Data Mining, Wireless Sensor Networks, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Deep Learning.
Dr. S. Radha received her Doctoral degree in Computer Science in April 2025. She has been serving as an Assistant Professor since 2008, with over 17 years of academic and research experience. Her areas of interest includes Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Cloud Computing. She has published several research papers in reputed journals, including Scopusindexed publications. Dr. S. Radha continues to contribute actively to academia through teaching, research, and scholarly writing.
Mrs.K.Maheshwari is currently an Assistant Professor in the Department of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science at Sir Issac Newton College of Engineering and Technology (SINCET), Nagapattinam. She has completed her M.E in CSE at Sir Issac Newton College of Engineering and Technology in 2016 and currently doing Ph.D. in Information and Communication Engineering at Anna University (Part Time Scholar). She has 8 years of teaching experience. She has published various research papers in National and International Journals. She also published various Patents in IPR. She is actively participating in NPTEL courses & having Certifications in various courses. Her Research areas include Network Security, Machine Learning and Quantum Computing.
Dr. S. Anandapadmanabhan is an enthusiastic educator and researcher in the Faculty of Commerce. With publications in esteemed journals, including those with US ISSN, his research interests span Entrepreneurship, Marketing, and more. Currently, he serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Commerce at E.S. Arts and Science College (CoEd), Villupuram.
Dr. Hannah Vijaykumar is working as Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Computer Science, Anna Adarsh College for Women, Chennai having a teaching experience of 29 years. She obtained her MCA and M.Phil from Bharathidasan University and completed her Ph.D from University of Madras. Her research domain is Software Engineering and her areas of interest include Software Metrics and their Constraints, Agile Software Development, Cloud computing architecture and Cyber security. She has published 5 papers in International and National Journals. In addition she has published 4 book chapters and authored 4 books. She has 3 International and 1 National patent in her interest areas. Dr. Hannah Vijaykumar serves as Dean of Computational Studies, Anna Adarsh College for Women, Chennai.
Dr. Parvathraj K M M member of ISTE, IEEE, IAENG, received the Bachelor’s degree from the Bapuji Institute of Engineering and Technology, Davanagere in 2010,Master’s degree from East West Institute of Technology Bangalore in 2012,Ph.D from Srinivas University Mangaluru in 2025.currently working on postdoc research project under Prof. Dr. Dafik, Combinatorics, Graph theory and Network Topology Research Group (CGANT), University of Jember, Jember, Jawa Timur 68121, Indonesia. He has a vast experience of 13+ years in the field of academics and 4 years in the field of research. He has worked as a paper reviewer for many IEEE conferences.He is currently working professor and research supervisor at Srinivas University. He has published his research articles in various reputed journals listed in UGC CARE/SCOPUS/WOS etc.He has worked as lecturer at Aditya Institute of management studies and Research,Bangaluru from 2010-13,he has worked as a Assistant Professor at Jain Institute of Technology,Davanagere a part of JGI groups from 2013-2022. His current research interests include cryptography, medical image processing, image encryption,machine learning and artificial intelligence .He has published 6 patents.
Ms.Unnamalai.K is a passionate Computer Science professional currently working as an Assistant Professor at Anna Adarsh College in Chennai. With over two decades of teaching experience, she holds expertise in Operating Systems and Microprocessors. She is presently pursuing her Ph.D. in Cybersecurity at the University of Madras. Unnamalai has authored 18 research papers in various reputed journals. She played a key role in developing study materials and course content for the Master’s program in Computer Science at Tamil Nadu Open University, specifically in the area of Computer Architecture. Additionally, she has published a book on Operating Systems and has guided several student projects in the field of Machine Learning.
Mr.R.Prem Kumar, M.E., (PhD) is an Assistant Professor in Department of Mechanical Engineering, Karpaga Vinayaga College of Engineering and Technology,Chengalpattu. He graduated in Mechanical Engineering at Anna university, Chennai,India. He secured Masters in Manufacturing Engineering at Anna University, Chennai, India. He has more than 09 years of experience inteaching, coordinated NBA &NAAC and research in Field of Composite Materials. In his credit he had published more than 12 research articles in Reputed journals & 5 Patents and a key interest to work with interdisciplinary projects.
Mr.Omkar Adhikari is an accomplished academician and researcher in the field of Medical Laboratory Sciences with over 15 years of combined academic and industry experience. He is currently serving as an Assistant Professor at the University School of Medical & Paramedical Sciences, ITM University, Gwalior, India. He is also associated as a Guest Faculty and Examiner with Sikkim Global Technical University, Namchi, Sikkim. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Technology (BMLT) with a Silver Medal from Sam Higgin Bottom University of Agriculture, Technology & Sciences, Allahabad and a Master of Science in Medical Laboratory Technology (MMLT) with a Gold Medal from Sri Ramachandra Medical College & Research Institutes, Sri Ramachandra University, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. He is currently pursuing his Ph.D. in Microbiology (Interdisciplinary Research) at Mahatma Gandhi Medical College and Research Institute, Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth University, Pondicherry. Omkar has received numerous national and international awards, including the prestigious Nepal Vidhya Bhushan “Kha” Gold Medal from the Hon’ble President of Nepal, Smt. Pattammal Gold Medal Award (University First Rank) in MMLT, and the Academic Excellence Award – Uttam Bharat Puraskar 2023 by the Global Human Rights Trust. He was also honoured with the Global Faculty Award 2023 by AKS Education Awards. In addition to teaching, Omkar has held significant leadership roles, including Manager of Clinical Support Services (Laboratory, Radiology & Pharmacy) at Bayalpata Hospital, Nepal (in collaboration with Possible, USA and Ministry of Health, Nepal), and Vice Principal at Farwest School of Medicine, Nepal. His research interests span Medical Microbiology, Antimicrobial Resistance, Cancer Cell Studies, and Nanotechnology. He has authored research articles, review papers, and book chapters, and contributed to the advancement of diagnostic methodologies. He has also published international patents in healthcare applications involving AI-enabled diagnostic devices. Beyond his academic achievements, Omkar has completed more than 50 weeks of NPTEL and IIT-certified courses, several WHO-accredited training programs, and multiple faculty development programs (FDPs). He has hands-on expertise with a wide range of advanced laboratory instruments including RT-PCR, flow cytometry, automated blood culture systems, and chromatography platforms. Omkar Adhikari continues to dedicate his career to teaching, research, and innovation in Medical Laboratory Sciences, inspiring students and contributing to healthcare advancements across South Asia.
Mrs. R. Gowri, has been associated with Academics and Research for more than 15 years. She has been active and dynamic Educationalist. As an academic she taught under graduate and post graduate students. As a researcher she guided nearly 10 students in M. Com project. She is specialized in the areas of financial Accounting, Marketing, Business Finance, Advertising, Human Resource Management and Entrepreneur development Income Tax.
Dr.T.R. Anandhi has a rich experience of over 29 years in academics and research, teaching undergraduate, postgraduate, and research students. She has successfully presented and published more than 25 research papers and authored chapters in ISBN books. Presently, she holds the position of Head and Associate Professor of Commerce at Theivanai Ammal College for Women (Autonomous), Villupuram.
Mrs. P. Anandavalli working as an Adhoc Assistant Professor in the department of Electronics and Communication Engineering at University College of Engineering Panruti. She completed B. E., ECE and M. E., Applied Electronics. She is pursuing her Ph. D., in Anna University. She has 18 years of teaching experience.She has published 10 national, international and conference papers. Her area of interests are Wireless networks, VLSI chip and Design and Artificial intelligence.
Dr. Aditya Mandloi holds a Ph.D. in Electronics and Communication Engineering and M.Tech in AI & Microelectronics and VLSI Design as well , with research and project work focusing on the intersection of AI, deep learning, and VLSI design, particularly through FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) implementations. His expertise lies in optimizing AI algorithms for hardware to enhance both performance and efficiency, supported by a strong foundation in deep learning, data science, and hardware design principles.
