Prashanth Kannan
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Electrochemist with experience in MOFs, energy devices and sensors. Expertise in data analysis, device fabrication and background in nanotechnology & biotechnology. Proficient in advanced material synthesis, characterization and device testing. Experienced in supercapacitor, battery and sensor material fabrication, testing and optimization. Several international research experiences in Korea, Europe and Australia as part of education and research work.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
PhD Researcher
FLEET Arc Centre Of Excellence
04.2023 - Current
- Trained in operation, handling and maintenance of Scanning Tunnelling Microscopy system
- Synthesized 2D topological MOF on metallic surfaces (Au, Ag and Cu)
- Analyzed surface physical, morphological and electronic properties of 2D MOF
- Findings indicated novel interactions of heavy metals on metal surfaces improving quality of research output in group
PhD Researcher
IIT Bombay
08.2019 - Current
- Identified research gaps in 2D MOF-based electrochemical sensors, developed research plan and milestones, Successfully completed the task within 60% of time frame.
- Analyzed extensive data and isolated point of interest pending visualization and presentation before academic committee.
- Compiled research outcomes into journal and conference publications and presentations, submitted and awaiting review.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
IIT Bombay
08.2020 - 11.2022
- Checked assignments, proctored tests and provided grades according to university standards.
- Mentored students through office hours and one-on-one communication.
- Taught Plasma Processing and Thin Film Characterization college-level courses for over 45 students.
- Documented attendance and completed assignments to maintain full class and student records.
Student Researcher
DCM-BEA, Universite Grenoble Alpes
12.2015 - 05.2016
- Fabrication of Glucose Oxidase/ FAD-GDH enzymatic biofuel cell
- Optimization of enzyme loading for energy density and stability
- Performance testing of biofuel cell in artificial sweat for prospective subdermal applications
Education
Ph.D. - Materials Science
Indian Institute of Technology
Bombay, India12.2023
Ph.D. - Surface Physics
Monash University
Melbourne, VIC12.2023
Master of Science - Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Katholieke Universiteit
Leuven, Belgium02.2017
Bachelor of Technology - Nanoscience And Nanotechnology
SRM University
Chennai, India05.2014
Skills
- Electrochemistry & Electrochemical Characterization
- Nanomaterial synthesis
- Physical Characterization (XRD, TGA/DSC, SEM)
- Chemical Characterization (FTIR, UV-Vis, XPS, Raman)
- Scanning Probe Microscopy (STM, TEM, AFM)
- Molecular Beam Epitaxy (PVD, CVD, E-beam)
- Experiment design and implementation
- Molecular Modelling (Avogadro, WSXM)
- Data Analysis (OriginPro, MS Office)
- Lithography
- Electrical Characterization (Parameter Analyzer)
- FET device fabrication and testing
Accomplishments
- IITB-Monash Research Fellowship (2019-2023) including scholarship for research in Monash University for the duration of study
- Best Poster Presentation (ACECIM-2013)
Affiliations
- Member of The Electrochemical Society (ECS)
- PhD researcher under the FLEET Arc research group
- PhD Scholar of the Joint IITB-Monash Research Academy
Additional Information
- Tailoring the functional properties of polyurethane foam with dispersions of carbon nanofiber for power generator applications, Applied Surface Science, Volume 449, 2018, Pages 507-513, ISSN 0169-4332, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apsusc.2018.01.088
- Solid Oxide Fuel cells as alternative energy source for sustainable development, International Conference on Advanced Nanomaterials & Emerging Engineering Technologies, Chennai, India, 2013, pp. 459-463, doi: 10.1109/ICANMEET.2013.6609317
- Green synthesis of zinc oxide nanoparticles and their application in controlled drug release, 2016, BLPN 201407-01- 00039
Pending Review:
- Tripartite detection and sensing of toxic heavy metals using a copper-based porphyrin metal0organic framework, ACS Sensors
- Screen-printed three-electrode cell for detection of creatinine in bodily fluids using urea-screening ionogel, ACS Sensors
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
German
Professional Working
Timeline
PhD Researcher
FLEET Arc Centre Of Excellence
04.2023 - Current
Graduate Teaching Assistant
IIT Bombay
08.2020 - 11.2022
PhD Researcher
IIT Bombay
08.2019 - Current
Student Researcher
DCM-BEA, Universite Grenoble Alpes
12.2015 - 05.2016
Ph.D. - Materials Science
Indian Institute of Technology
Ph.D. - Surface Physics
Monash University
Master of Science - Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Katholieke Universiteit
Bachelor of Technology - Nanoscience And Nanotechnology
SRM University
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