Dr. Lignesh Durai
Principal Investigator
Dr. Lignesh Durai is an accomplished Assistant Professor and MURTI Faculty Fellow at the Department of Electrical, Electronics, and Communication Engineering, GITAM School of Technology, Bengaluru. With over seven years of extensive research experience, he specializes in the multidisciplinary fields of Nanotechnology, Biosensors, Fuel Cells, and Energy Applications, including Sodium-Ion Batteries. His academic and professional journey is marked by a deep commitment to advancing scientific knowledge and fostering student learning through innovative research-based education.
Dr. Durai earned his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology, Hyderabad, where his groundbreaking dissertation explored scalable synthesis techniques for perovskite nanomaterials and their applications in electrochemical sensors and biosensors. With over 49+ publications, including high-impact research articles, review papers, book chapters, and conference proceedings, Dr. Durai is a recognized authority in his field. His work has significantly contributed to advancements in multi-ion sensing, non-enzymatic detection mechanisms, and materials for biomedical and environmental applications.
An enthusiastic educator, Dr. Durai leverages his research insights to deliver enriched, research-oriented teaching experiences. As the Principal Investigator at Indium Laboratory and Founder of Qualattice Chemitronics and Alchemiera Bioelectronics, he continues to drive innovation at the interface of technology and real-world applications. His editorial and peer-review contributions to journals like Biosensors and Bioelectronics and Frontiers in Energy Research further attest to his scientific leadership.
Dr. Durai's dedication has been recognized with accolades such as the "Excellence in Research" Award (2020-2021, IIT Hyderabad). He is an active member of esteemed professional societies, including the American Chemical Society (ACS), Electrochemical Society (ECS), Materials Research Society of India (MRSI), and IEEE, reflecting his commitment to collaboration and staying at the forefront of technological advancements. His technical expertise spans colorimetry, surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) biosensors, and circuit design. Beyond academia, his entrepreneurial ventures focus on developing cutting-edge solutions for biosensing and chemitronics, showcasing his passion for innovation and societal impact.