I am Shiva Kumarappa, an Assistant Professor of Psychology with a specialization in Counselling Psychology and a focused academic interest in Forensic Psychology and Digital Forensics. My primary area of interest lies in integrating behavioral analysis within the digital forensic investigation process, particularly in understanding how psychological patterns inform cybercrime behavior, digital evidence interpretation, and investigative decision-making.
I hold an M.A. in Counselling Psychology from IGNOU and have qualified the UGC-NET. I am currently serving at Bangalore University, where I emphasize applied, evidence-oriented, and ethically grounded psychology education, with a strong focus on interdisciplinary integration between psychology, forensic science, and technology. I actively mentor students in psychological experimentation, assessment, and research methodology, fostering analytical thinking relevant to forensic and investigative contexts.