A distinguished Microelectronics and Semiconductor professional with over 30 years of combined industrial, research, and academic leadership experience. Expertise spans micro-fabrication, Nanotechnologies, MEMS, microfluidics, and Micro-sensors for industrial, MedTech, and strategic applications, evidenced by over 320 research publications, 110 invited talks, 40 patents, and the successful supervision of 19 PhD students.
Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India
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Summary
Leads the Electrical Engineering Department and contributes to strategic academic and research initiatives at IIT Jodhpur, focusing on Microelectronics and Smart Healthcare.
Highlights
Served as Head of the Department of Electrical Engineering from September 2022 to August 2024, overseeing departmental operations and strategic direction.
Appointed as Senator for IIT Jodhpur (2022-2024) and Chairman of the Engineering Science Undergraduate Committee, shaping institutional academic policies.
Coordinated the AIOT Fab, including clean room facilities, and served as President of the Institution's Innovation Council, fostering technological advancement.
Contributed as an Adjunct Faculty at the Center for Smart Healthcare, integrating expertise into interdisciplinary medical technology programs.
New Delhi, Delhi, India
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Summary
Provided academic leadership and strategic direction as Associate Dean of Engineering Sciences at AcSIR.
Highlights
Oversaw academic programs and research initiatives within the Engineering Sciences division, enhancing inter-institutional collaboration.
Contributed to curriculum development and faculty coordination across multiple affiliated institutions.
Served as a Member of the School Research Committee for AI and Data Science and the Program Management Committee for Medical Technologies.
Sr. Principal Scientist & Head-Technology Business Development Unit; Professor, AcSIR
Pilani, Rajasthan, India
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Summary
Led extensive R&D and technology development initiatives in microelectronics, nanotechnology, and sensors, securing significant funding and driving innovation.
Highlights
Headed the Technology Business Development Unit, managing multidisciplinary projects valued at over 29.19 Crores, including nano-biosensors for healthcare.
Coordinated the Smart Sensors Area, leading research in MEMS, microsensors, high-resolution air quality monitoring, and advanced micro/nano fluidics for health diagnostics.
Directed the design, development, and fabrication of MEMS technology-based pressure and temperature sensors for the Indian Navy, including pilot wireless communication demonstrations.
Served as Nodal Officer and Principal Investigator for multiple CSIR network projects, including "Advanced Facility for Nano-Electronics" and "Advanced Microsensors and Microsystems."
Developed intellectual property and capabilities for improved security features in Indian currency notes, and led various sponsored projects on micro-heaters and micro-fluidic chips.
Mentored and trained numerous PhD and Masters students (19 awarded, 15 ongoing), as well as academic staff, fostering next-generation talent in advanced semiconductor fields.
Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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Summary
Spearheaded advanced research and development in semiconductor process technologies, leading to significant innovations in micro-fabrication and device development.
Highlights
Led research projects on Silicon Nanowire-based sensor platforms using CMOS technology for biochemical detection, including collaborations with Queen Mary & Westfield College.
Developed novel microfluidic devices with micron/sub-micron channels on transparent substrates and 3-D nanostructures for ultra-sensitive SERS applications.
Pioneered the development of SCS micro-mirrors array for OXC and advanced SGOI substrates with high germanium fraction for next-generation devices.
Managed semiconductor process modules including Diffusion/Anneal, Ion Implantation, Rapid Thermal Annealing, CMP, and Wet Clean processes, ensuring optimal performance.
Drove process development for new device requirements, troubleshooting equipment issues, and implementing process improvements using SPC/DOE tools.
Trained professionals, engineers, and students in advanced semiconductor fabrication techniques and equipment operation.
SAS Nagar, Punjab, India
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Summary
Managed the diffusion section of a VLSI fabrication facility, overseeing critical semiconductor processes and resolving technical challenges.
Highlights
Managed operations of LPCVD and atmospheric pressure furnaces, PECVD reactor, and RTP systems, ensuring efficient fabrication processes.
Addressed and resolved various technical process problems, including process variation and particle issues in silicon nitride deposition.
Supervised the maintenance and utilization of various characterization facilities within the diffusion section.
Deputy Manager, Wafer Fab
Delhi, Delhi, India
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Summary
Directed wafer fabrication production and R&D activities for power and small signal transistors, enhancing manufacturing processes and equipment commissioning.
Highlights
Served as production-in-charge for Power and Small Signal Transistors activities, ensuring efficient manufacturing workflows.
Developed and modified semiconductor fabrication processes for bipolar power transistors, small signal transistors, and Schottky Diodes.
Contributed significantly to the commissioning of various Metallization Systems, Diffusion furnaces, and testing equipment.
Trained engineers and operators on equipment usage and efficient operational procedures.
Pilani, Rajasthan, India
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Summary
Established and managed a superconductivity laboratory, conducting advanced R&D in high-temperature superconductors and microelectronic devices.
Highlights
Played a crucial role in establishing a state-of-the-art laboratory equipped with Sputtering, Evaporation coating, AC Susceptometer, and Scanning Tunneling Microscope units.
Operated, maintained, and trained staff on advanced equipment including Muffle and air furnaces, Close cycle helium refrigeration systems, and Mask aligners.
Developed multiple processes and technologies for fabricating High Tc Superconductors, sputtering targets, device quality thin films, and Superconducting Microelectronic Devices.
Completed extensive experimental work for Ph.D. research within the fellowship period.
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Ph.D.
Fabrication and Characterization of High Tc Bulk Materials and Films for Superconducting Devices
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Master of Science
Systems & Information
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Bachelor of Science in Engineering
Metallurgy
Awarded By
11th Venus International Research Awards – VIRA
Recognized for outstanding contributions and research excellence in the field of Microelectronics.
Awarded By
International AI Data Scientist Awards
Awarded for exceptional research contributions in the domain of AI and Data Science.
Awarded By
IIT Jodhpur
Acknowledged for significant research excellence and contributions as a senior researcher in engineering at IIT Jodhpur.
Awarded By
The Institution of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers (IETE) India
Received a prestigious national award from IETE for contributions to electronics and telecommunication.
Awarded By
The Institute of Engineers (India) Rajasthan State Centre
Honored for exceptional engineering services and their positive impact on society.
Awarded By
CSIR
Awarded for 'Developing a low-cost multipurpose handheld Raman spectrometer for automated analytical and diagnostic application, particularly for testing of food and pharmaceutical adulteration'.
Awarded By
India
Recognized for significant contributions to thematic partnerships under the DST-UKIERI program.
Awarded By
IME
Received in the Industry Project Category for the project "Development of the Surrounding Gate Transistor Structure and Process Technologies."
Awarded By
Singapore
Singapore's highest honor, conferred for "pioneering the novel transistor architectures and a new class of electronic bio-sensors based on Silicon-nanowires."
Awarded By
British High Commission, Singapore
Awarded for fostering significant international collaboration in research and development.
Published by
Springer, Singapore
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Contributed a book chapter exploring the impact of reducing agents on the gas sensing performance of graphene aerogel-based ammonia sensors.
Published by
Singapore Patent Office
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Granted patent describing a nanowire sensor and array, along with a fabrication method, for advanced sensing applications.
Published by
Singapore Patent Office
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Granted patent for a microfluidic device designed for efficient analysis of particle status in various applications.
Published by
US Patent Office
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Granted patent for a novel method of fabricating single-crystal-silicon 3D micromirrors for advanced microelectronic applications.
Microelectronics, Semiconductor Fabrication, VLSI Fab, MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems), Nanotechnology, Thin Films, Wafer Bonding, Process Development, Ion Implantation, Rapid Thermal Annealing, Chemical Mechanical Planarization (CMP), Wet Clean Processes, Photolithography, Diffusion, Metallization, Sputtering, Evaporation Coating, RTP Systems, PECVD Reactor, High Tc Superconductors, Schottky Diodes, Bipolar Power Transistors.
Biosensors, Nanosensors, Micro-sensors, Gas Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Pressure Sensors, Microfluidic Sensors, Optical Sensors, Raman Spectroscopy, SERS Substrates, CMOS Technology, Silicon Nanowire Sensors, Bio-chemical Detection, Health Monitoring Sensors, Air Quality Monitoring, Optofluidic Microviscometer.
R&D Leadership, Project Management, Intellectual Property Development, Scientific Publication, Experimental Design, Data Analysis (SPC/DOE), Technology Transfer, Clean Room Management, Laboratory Establishment, Characterization Techniques (AC Susceptometer, Scanning Tunneling Microscope, Surface Profiler), Grant Acquisition.
Curriculum Development, Training Programs, PhD Supervision, Mentorship, Academic Administration, Department Headship, Committee Leadership (Undergraduate, Academics, Innovation Council), Strategic Planning, Cross-functional Collaboration, Stakeholder Engagement, Program Management, Adjunct Faculty.
Micro-fabrication, Device Design, System Integration, Circuit Design, Material Characterization, Finite Element Method (FEM), CAD/CAM, Process Optimization, Quality Control.
Silicon, SiGe, Polyimide, Graphene, Zinc Oxide, Copper, Poly-silicon, Metal-oxide Films, Superconducting Materials, Nanomaterials, High Tc Bulk Materials.
MedTech, Smart Healthcare, Infectious Disease Detection, Cancer Diagnostics, Dengue/Cardiac Disease Detection, Neurological Implants, Point-of-Care Diagnostics, Biomedical Engineering, Microfluidic Lab-on-a-chip.