Dr. Ankur Saxena

Ph.D. in VLSI & Microelectronics From 2024, Manipal University Jaipur

M.Tech. in VLSI Design from Rajasthan Technical University, 2015

B.E. in Electronics and Communication Engineering, 2008, from University of Rajasthan

Email: ankur.saxena@gsfcuniversity.ac.in

Dr. Ankur Saxena is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering with over 17 years of academic, research, and industry experience in VLSI, Microelectronics, MEMS, and Microfluidic Sensor Technology. He holds a Ph.D. in VLSI & Microelectronics from Manipal University Jaipur, where his doctoral research focused on the design and optimization of integrated microcantilever-based pressure sensors for microfluidic healthcare applications using COMSOL Multiphysics.

His primary research interests include MEMS, RF MEMS switches, microfluidic pressure sensors, biosensors, lab-on-chip systems, computational multiphysics modeling, biomedical instrumentation, nanogenerators, and semiconductor device design. He has extensive expertise in finite element modeling (FEM), fluid–structure interaction (FSI), electrostatic analysis, structural optimization, and microfluidic device simulation using COMSOL Multiphysics. His research also encompasses VLSI front-end design and verification, FPGA implementation, embedded systems, and sensor-integrated healthcare technologies.

Dr. Saxena has published numerous research papers in SCI, SCIE, Scopus, and Web of Science-indexed journals, along with several international conference papers, book chapters with leading international publishers, and patents. His publications have appeared in reputed journals including Microsystems & Nanoengineering, Physica Scripta, Biomedical Physics & Engineering Express, Materials Today: Proceedings, and Energy Technology. He is actively engaged in interdisciplinary research integrating MEMS, microfluidics, artificial intelligence, IoT, and advanced materials for next-generation sensing and healthcare applications.

He has held several academic leadership positions, including Head of the Department (ECE), Board of Studies (BoS) Member, IQAC Coordinator, Research and Development Member, NAAC/NBA Coordinator, Undergraduate Project Coordinator, and Curriculum Development Coordinator. He has successfully organized faculty development programs, workshops, international conferences, and VLSI training programs while mentoring undergraduate and postgraduate students in research and innovation.

Prior to his academic career, Dr. Saxena worked in the semiconductor industry as a Member of Technical Staff, where he gained practical experience in Verilog, SystemVerilog, UVM-based verification, FPGA design, APB and AXI protocol verification, and digital system design. This combination of industrial and academic experience enables him to bridge theoretical concepts with practical engineering applications.

His current research focuses on next-generation MEMS sensors, AI-assisted microfluidic systems, intelligent biosensors, nanogenerators, semiconductor devices, wearable healthcare technologies, and biomedical microdevices. He is also actively involved in collaborative research, project proposal development, scientific publishing, and mentoring young researchers. Through his research, Dr. Saxena aims to develop innovative sensing technologies that contribute to precision healthcare, intelligent diagnostics, and advanced microelectromechanical systems for biomedical and industrial applications.

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY- VLSI& Microelectronics

Manipal University Jaipur

2019 - 2024 Jaipur, Rajasthan, IN

Title of Thesis: Design & Optimization of Pressure Sensor Integrated Microchannel for Microfluidic Application
Description: Developed an Integrated microcantilever Microfluidic Sensor to control fluid pressure inside the microchannel for healthcare application. The FEM Tool, COMSOL Multiphysics is utilized for design and optimize the characteristics of fluid in microchannel. The microfluidic device fabrication is going on under nanofabrication lab at IIT Bombay, India
Research and development: Various types of shapes, geometry, materials, and fluid characteristics are optimized by FEM Tool.

MASTER OF TECHNOLOGY- VLSI Design

Rajasthan Technical University

2012 - 2015 Jaipur, Rajasthan, IN

Apex Institute of Engineering & Technology
Title of Dissertation: Comparative Study of Perforated RF MEMS Switch
Description: Developed a Perforated RF MEMS Switch to control the pull in voltage of Cantilever and perforated Fixed-Fixed beam, The different types of perforation and meanders utilization to optimize the pull in voltage and displacement of fixed-fixed beam. The FEM tool COMSOL Multiphysics is utilized for obtained the characteristics of RF MEMS Switch.
The dielectric materials (Al2O3, HfO2, ZrO2, SiO2) are used to optimized their characteristics at pull in voltage for cantilever and fixed-fixed beam

BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING-Electronics & Communication Engineering

University of Rajasthan

2004 - 2008 Jaipur, Rajasthan, IN

Apex Institute of Engineering & Technology
Title of Project: Design a Digital Clock using MCS-51
Description: The Digital clock design using microcontroller 8051. The project is the combination of hardware with software. The assembly language is to embedded on the microcontroller. The project deign includes PCB design, PCB layout design using Proetus tool.

VLSI & Microelctronincs , MEMS Sensor , RF MEMS Switch , Microfluidic device deisgn, Microfluidic sensor for healthcare application , VLSI Front End , Nanognearator for wearable application, Virus biomehacnics sensor design, VLSI Device Fabrication

Journal Publication

2026	Saxena, A., (2026) A Comparative Study of Organic-Organic Eutectic and Nano-Enhanced Eutectic PCMs with Organic PCMs Based Thermal Energy Storage Systems (SCIE)-Q1
2026	Saxena, A., (2026). Finite Element Analysis of Optimized Fe2O3 Nanomaterials Under Applied Mechanical Pressure. (Scopus)
2026	Saxena, A., (2026) Physics-Based Modelling of Plasma-Material Interactions and Phase Transformations in Electrical Discharge Machining: A Computational Materials Perspective.(SCI) Fourth author, IF-3.7 Quartile- Q1
2026	Saxena. A (2026) A Review on Nanogenerators: Working Principle, Materials Suitability, Performance Enhancement and Application, Energy Technology Journal (SCIE) Description: This review article presents a systematic analysis of different types of nanogenerators, emphasizing their fundamental working mechanisms, selection and suitability of materials, and recent approaches adopted for enhancing device performance. Third author, IF-3.6, Quartile-Q1, DOI- 10.1002/ente.202501814
2025	Aravind, M., Saxena, A., Mishra, D., Singh, K., & George, S. D. (2025). Microfluidic contact lens: fabrication approaches and applications. Microsystems & Nanoengineering, 11(1), 1-16 (SCI). Description: The research article discussed the contact lens fabrication lens protect the dryness of tears. The integrating microchannel inside the contact lens and observed the effect of fluid in lens at different time. Second author, IF- 7.5, Quartile-Q1, DOI- //doi.org/10.1038/s41378-025-00909
2025	Saxena, A., Kakde, B., & Mishra, A. (2025). Examining the Sensing Technology in Microfluidic Sensors with Material for Various Microfluidic Applications: A Review (SCOPUS) Description: The review article included the comparative study of microfluidic sensor with their materials involved to optimize the pressure of fluid. First author, IF-0.6, Quartile- Q3, DOI:10.2174/0123520965285419240313040515
2025	Saxena, A., Kakde, B., (2025) Automatic Border Surveillance System with Node MCU Technology (UGC Care) Description: The research article discussed automatic border surveillance using to increase border security with integrating the IoT. The microcontroller is using and app design with integrated the hardware and sensor.
2025	Ankur Saxena, Mahesh Kumar, Bhagwat Kakde, Chandrmani Yadav, Mukesh Tiwari. Design and Analysis of Fluid Pressure in Microchannel for Healthcare Application. Journal of Polymer and Composites. 2025; 13(06):553-565 (WOS). Description: This study presents an integrated 2D microcantilever-based approach for optimizing and sensing fluid pressure within microchannels for biological cell separation. FEM simulations demonstrate effective pressure measurement and control using R-, T-, and Pi-cantilever designs, achieving enhanced deflection and pressure sensitivity.
2025	Bhagwat Kakde, Chandrmani Yadav, Mukesh Tiwari, Ankur Saxena. Design and Implementation of Lightweight Polymer-Based Drone System for Targeted Agricultural Spraying. Journal of Polymer and Composites. 2025; 13(06):476-486(WOS). Description: This study reviews recent advancements in agricultural drone technology for pesticide and fertilizer application, emphasizing intelligent sensors, precision spraying systems, GPS-based navigation, and flight control subsystems. The use of polymer-based and composite materials enhances drone durability, chemical resistance, and operational efficiency while reducing farmer exposure to hazardous agrochemical
2025	Chandrmani Yadav, Bhagwat Kakde, Mukesh Tiwari, Ankur Saxena. Development of a Polymer-Encapsulated IoT-Based Sensor for Thermal and Electrical Protection of EV Batteries. Journal of Polymer and Composites. 2025; 13(06):582-591 (WOS). Description: This project proposes an advanced Battery Management System (BMS) for electric vehicles featuring real-time monitoring of voltage, current, temperature, SoC, and fire detection to enhance battery safety and reliability. The integration of flame-retardant polymers, phase change materials, and thermally conductive polymer composites improves thermal management and fire prevention while maintaining lightweight and electrically insulating properties.
2024	Saxena, A., Kumar, M., Mishra, D., & Singh, K. (2024). Optimization of Newtonian fluid pressure in microcantilever integrated flexible microfluidic channel for healthcare application. Biomedical Physics & Engineering Express, 10(3), 035015 (SCOPUS). First author, IF- 1.6, Quartile-Q2, DOI-10.1088/2057-1976/ad3187 Description: The research article included optimization of flexible microcantilever at different properties of fluid (viscosity and Density) and microcantilever (Young’s modulus and Poisson’s ratio).
2024	Saxena, A., Kumar, M., & Singh, K. (2024). Comparative examination of fluid pressure within microchannel through integrated cantilevers for microfluidic applications. Materials Today: Proceedings (SCOPUS). First author,IF-1.8, Quartile-Q2, DOI-10.1016/j.matpr.2024.04.101 Description: The research article included FEM model with different shape of microcantilever at different location of microchannel, optimized the fluid(water) pressure, velocity, and cantilever deflection.
2023	Saxena, A., Kumar, M., Mishra, D., & Singh, K. (2023). An efficient microfluidic pressure sensing structure optimization using microcantilever integration. Physica Scripta, 98(5), 055006. (SCI). First author, IF-2.6, Quartile- Q1, DOI- 10.1088/1402-4896/acc7d8 Description: The research article included optimization of fluid inside the microfluidic channel with integrated the microcantilever. The microcantilever deflection is used to optimize the fluid (Water, PBS, Plasma) pressure and fluid velocity.
2023	Saxena, A., Kumar, M., & Singh, K. (2023). Analytical Study of 2D Integrated Microcantilever Pressure Sensing of Fluid for Healthcare Application. Journal of Mines, Metals & Fuels, 71(4) (SCOPUS). Description: The research article included 2D FEM model with different shape of microcantilever and optimized the fluid(water) pressure, velocity and cantilever deflection. First author, IF-0.1, Quartile- Q3, DOI- 10.18311/jmmf/2023/33918
2023	Kumar, M., Palekar, N., Saxena, A., Kumar, A., & Singh, K. (2023). Optimization of electrode excitation in a microfluidic bio-cell sorter with trapezoidal electrodes for blood cell separation. Materials Today: Proceedings, 74, 274-280 (SCOPUS). Description: The research article separated the bio-cell with trapezoidal electrodes in microfluidic channel with using FEM methodology.
2020	Saxena, A., (2020). Fixed-Fixed MEMS Switch Simulated with flexures and Perforation. Journal of Xi'an University of Architecture & technology (UGC -Care) Description: The research article included Design of MEMS switch with Serpentine meanders with rectangular perforation to optimize the Pull in voltage. First author, IF-3.79
2016	Saxena, A., Agrwal, V.K. (2016). RF MEMS Perforated Shunt Switch Design on Hafnium Oxide Substrate for Low Actuation Voltage. International Journal of Electronics and Electrical Engineering. Description: The research article design shunt RF MEMS switch with different shapes of Perforation (Octagon, Hexagon, Pentagon, Rectangular) (Peer Review-Journal) First author, IF-3.8, DOI- 10.18178/ijeee.4.6.500-504
2015	Saxena, A., & Agrawal, V. K. (2015). Design and Simulation of Low Actuation Voltage Perforated Rf Mems Switch. ICTACT Journal on Microelectronic, February, 1(01) (UGC Care) Description: The research article included different types of perforation (Pentagon, Triangular, Rectangular) for the design of RF MEMS switch. The design included the HfO2 dielectric material for design of RF MEMS Switch First author, IF-4.78, DOI- 10.21917/ijme.2015.0004
2015	Saxena, A., & Agrawal, V. K. (2015). Design and simulation of various Fixed-fixed RF MEMS Switch. International Journal of Engineering Research and General Science, 3(1). Description: The research article included different types fixed-fixed RF MEMS switch for the design of RF MEMS switch. The comparative study included structure of fixed-fixed beam with serpentine meanders and non-serpentine meander’s structure fixed-fixed beam of RF MEMS Switch First author, Indexing-Google Scholar, IF-3.89
2015	Saxena, A., & Agrawal, V. K. (2015). Comparative study of perforated RF MEMS switch. Procedia Computer Science, 57, 139-145. Description: This paper presents the design and simulation of a perforated fixed–fixed beam MEMS shunt switch using electrostatic actuation. The incorporation of perforation and serpentine meander structures reduces squeeze-film damping, stiction, and actuation voltage while improving flexibility and switching speed, as validated through COMSOL Multiphysics simulations.

BOOK CHAPTER

2026	Saxena, A., Kumar, M., Mishra, D. & Singh, K. (2026) Influence of Fluid Pressure in MEMS-based Microfluidic Device Application: A Review Book Name: Complex Engineering Systems - Modeling and Optimization Multi-Objective Analysis and Smart Manufacturing (De Gruyter) First author, Index-Scopus, DOI- 10.1515/9783111723464-009 Description: This review article presents a comprehensive discussion of various microfluidic pressure sensing techniques employed in healthcare as well as other microfluidic applications.
2025	Saxena, A., Singha, S., Reddy, S., Lingamaia, D., & Sadullah, M. (2025). Materials Integration of Pressure Sensor Mechanism for Fluid Flow Control in MEMS Microfluidic Device Application: A Review. Mathematical Modeling, Design, and Optimization of Complex Engineering Systems, 87-104. (SCOPUS). Book Name: Mathematical Modeling Design and Optimization of Complex Engineering Systems, CRC Press, Taylor Francis Group. First author, Indexing-Scopus, DOI- 10.1201/9781003642152-7 Description: The review article regarding materials involved for fluid pressure sensing mechanism. It is discussed regarding methodology and materials properties.
2026	Saxena. A. (2026) Multiphysics Optimization of Silicon MEMS Sensors Embedded in Microchannels for Biomedical Applications. Book Name: Multifunctional materials for device and biomedical Applications First author, Indexing- Scopus, Status- Accepted
2026	Saxena. A, (2026) Silicon Microcantilever Pressure Sensors Optimized by FEM for Microchannel Applications Book Name: Multifunctional materials for device and biomedical Applications First author, Indexing- Scopus, Status- Accepted
2026	Saxena. A, (2026) Silicon-Based MEMS Sensors for Industrial Applications: A Review Book Name: Multifunctional materials for device and biomedical Applications First author, Indexing- Scopus, Status- Accepted

Conference Publication

2026	Saxena, A.(2026) IoT-Based Health and Pregnancy Monitoring System for Dairy Cattle 2025 IEEE International Conference on Electrical, Electronics, Communication and Computers (ELEXCOM)(Scopus)
2026	Saxena, A.(2026) Piezoelectric Energy Harvesting for Renewable Materials: A Review 2025 IEEE International Conference on Electrical, Electronics, Communication and Computers (ELEXCOM) (Scopus)
2026	Saxena, A. (2026, February). Experimental Investigation of Piezoelectric-Based Energy Harvesting for Bicycle Identification in Low-Light Effect. In 2026 3rd International Conference on Advancements and Key Challenges in Green Energy and Computing (AKGEC) (pp. 1-5). IEEE.
2025	Moon, M., Charpot, D., Kumar, M., Saxena, A., & Agarwal, S. N. (2025, May). Microfluidic Biosensor Design with Tapered Sidewall Electrodes for Cancer Cell Separation. In 2025 IEEE International Conference on Computer, Electronics, Electrical Engineering & their Applications (IC2E3) (pp. 1-5). IEEE. (Scopus)
2025	Saxena, A., Kumar, M., & Singh, K. (2025, De). Design and Analysis of Fluid Pressure in Integrated Microfluidic Channel for Organic Fluids. In Indian Chemical Engineering Congress (pp. 283-292). Singapore: Springer Nature Singapore. (Scopus)
2024	Mishra, A. K., Saxena, A., Pawar, S. J., & Kakde, B. (2024, October). Utilizing parametric models for real-time speaker recognition by stimulating frequency characteristics. In AIP Conference Proceedings (Vol. 3156, No. 1, p. 060002). AIP Publishing LLC. (Scopus)
2024	Ali, S., Senapati, S., Saxena, A., & Kumar, M. (2024, October). An approach to smart autonomous vehicle with cloud integration and natural interaction. In AIP Conference Proceedings (Vol. 3156, No. 1, p. 060009). AIP Publishing LLC. (Scopus)
2024	Baral, S., Sharma, J., Saxena, A., & Kumar, M. (2024, October). Intelligent fire safety and mitigation system (I-FireS): Adaptive fire extinguishing based on fire type with integrated evacuation assistance. In AIP conference proceedings (Vol. 3156, No. 1, p. 060010). AIP Publishing LLC. (Scopus)
2024	Saxena, A., Agrawal, V. K., Kumar, M., & Singh, K. (2024, October). Comparative analysis of microcantilever MEMS switch designs utilizing electrostatic actuation method. In AIP Conference Proceedings (Vol. 3156, No. 1, p. 060001). AIP Publishing LLC. (Scopus)
2024	Kumar, M., Sharma, J., Saxena, A., Singh, P. D., & Singh, K. (2024, October). Automated multi axis depth-controlled drilling machine. In AIP Conference Proceedings (Vol. 3156, No. 1, p. 050010). AIP Publishing LLC. (Scopus)
2023	Sharma, A. P., Saxena, A., Valiyaneerilakkal, U., & Singh, K. (2023). Simulation study of triboelectric material with different combination of polymers for energy harvesting application. EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES; MICRO TO NANO: Proceedings of ETMN-2021, 2752(1), 080011.
2023	Kumar, M., Gupta, A., Mishra, A., Saxena, A., Kumar, A., & Singh, K. (2023). Electrode optimization for improved dielectrophoretic separation of microparticles. EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES; MICRO TO NANO: Proceedings of ETMN-2021, 2752(1), 020006. (Scopus)
2023	Kumar, M., Palekar, N., Saxena, A., Kumar, A., & Singh, K. (2023). Optimization of electrode excitation in a microfluidic bio-cell sorter with trapezoidal electrodes for blood cell separation. Materials Today: Proceedings, 74, 274-280. (Scopus)
2022	Saxena, A., Kumar, M., & Singh, K. (2022). Analytical study of fluid pressure-sensing mechanism in microchannel for microfluidic device. In Technology Innovation in Mechanical Engineering: Select Proceedings of TIME 2021 (pp. 1045-1053). Singapore: Springer Nature Singapore. (Scopus)
2021	Saxena, A., Kumar, M., Gupta, A., Shrivastava, A., & Singh, K. (2021, August). Optimization of Microfluidic Pressure Sensing Mechanism Integrated Microcantilever in Microchannel. In 2021 International Conference on Recent Trends on Electronics, Information, Communication & Technology (RTEICT) (pp. 361-365). IEEE. (Scopus)
2018	Chouhan, H. S., Agrawal, V. K., & Saxena, A. (2018, December). Actuation voltage analysis using FEM of RF MEMS switch design for low power consumption application. In 2018 8th IEEE India International Conference on Power Electronics (IICPE) (pp. 1-5). IEEE (Scopus).
2017	Saxena, A. (2017). Computation of Actuation Voltage and Stress Made of Hafnium Oxide Materials Used in Radio Frequency Micro-Electromechanical System Switch. In Advances in Systems, Control and Automation: ETAEERE-2016 (pp. 93-100). Singapore: Springer Singapore (Scopus)

Conference Presentation

2026	Ankur Saxena (2026) Optimized PDMS Cantilever Sensors for Wearable and Lab-on-Chip Applications in 5th Internation Conference on Recent Trends in Environment & Sustainable Development 22–24 January,2026.
2026	Ankur Saxena (2026) Performance Enhancement of PDMS Microfluidic Sensors in Fluid Flow Rate Optimization for Microfluidics Applications, in 5th Internation Conference on Recent Trends in Environment & Sustainable Development 22–24 January,2026.
2025	Ankur Saxena (2025) An Approach of AI-Enabled Low-Power RF MEMS Switch: A Review, in 5th Internation Conference Recent Advances in Material Science and Computational Techniques (RAMSACT 2025), 18–20 December,2025.
2025	Ankur Saxena (2025) Piezoelectric Energy Harvesting for Renewable Materials: A Review, 2nd International Conference on Electrical, Electronics, Communication and Computers, 20–22 December 2025
2025	Ankur Saxena (2025) IoT-Based Health and Pregnancy Monitoring System for Dairy Cattle, 2nd International Conference on Electrical, Electronics, Communication and Computers, 20–22 December 2025.

Submitted Articles in Journal

2026	Ankur Saxena (2026) Design and Analysis of a Cantilever-Based MEMS Switch with Dielectric Thin Film Material Coating for Enhanced Electrostatic Actuation, Scientific Report (SCIE). First author, IF-4.3, Quartile- Q1, Status -Under review
2026	Ankur Saxena (2026) Design and Performance Analysis of FEM Based Cantilever MEMS Switch (Scopus). First author, Quartile- Q3, Status -Under review
2026	Ankur Saxena (2026) A Comprehensive Review on Recent Advances in Mechanism, Structural Design, Material Strategies and Applications of Hybridized Piezoelectric, Triboelectric, Pyroelectric, and Thermoelectric Nanogenerators. International Journal of Ambient Energy. (SCIE) Third author, IF-2.99 Quartile- Q1, Status -Under review(R2.)
2026	Ankur Saxena (2026) A Review on Comparative Study of AI-Based Nanogenerators with Conventional Nanogenerators in Physical Activities. Energy Technology (SCIE). Third author, IF-3.6 Quartile- Q1, Status -Under review
2026	Ankur Saxena Impact Analysis of Electrode Geometry and Operating Conditions in a DEP based Microfluidic Chip for Cancer Cell Separation Third author, Status -Under Production Stage, IEEE Xplore
2026	Ankur Saxena Artificial Intelligence in Thermal Energy Storage with Phase Change Materials: A Review of Advances and Emerging Trends. Energy Journal. SCIE Third author, IF-3.6 Quartile- Q1, Status -Under review
2026	Ankur Saxena ANFIS-based multi-objective Pareto optimization and clinical operating point identification for DEP-based microfluidic cell separation systems. Sensors and Actuators B: Chemical. SCIE. Third author, IF-3.1 Quartile- Q1, Status -Under review
2026	Ankur Saxena Capillary-Regulated Multiphase Tear Transport for Dryness Mitigation in Integrated Microchannel Contact Lenses SCIE. First author, Quartile- Q1, Status -Under review
2026	Ankur Saxena Performance Enhancement of PDMS Microfluidic Sensors in Fluid Flow Rate Optimization for Microfluidics Applications. Scopus. First author, Quartile- Q3, Status -Under Review

GURU NANAK UNIVERSITY	August,2025-July 2026
Worked as HOD of ECE & Assistant Professor in Electronics & Communication Engineering Research and Development Member BOS Member of ECE Discipline Coordinator at Institute Level Development of Course Curriculum for University IQAC Coordinator at Institute level VLSI Front End training Program Execution for UG Students IIC & NPTEL Member Published International Paper in Conference & Journal (Scopus/SCI/WOS) Published Book chapter Scopus Indexed Submit Patent with Institute Writing Book with Scopus Indexing Submit Research Proposal for the Project Funding 30 Lac. Participant in FDP & Seminar
BHARAT INSTITUTE OF ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY		August,2024-August 2025
Worked as Head of Department 1 year in Electronics & Communication Engineering NAAC & NBA criteria Coordinator Undergraduate Project Coordinator Research and Development Member Development of Course Curriculum for Autonomous Development of course curriculum of VAP Organized Workshop/FDP for Faculty and Students VLSI Coordinator for M.Tech. VLSI Front End training Program Execution for UG Students IIC & NPTEL Member Guidance to Students for MEMS design & Fabrication Process Published International Paper in Conference & Journal (Scopus/SCI/WOS) Published Book chapter Scopus Indexed Published Patent with Institute Participant in FDP & Seminar
SANDIP INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY & RESEARCH CENTER	February 2023-July 2024
Worked as Assistant Professor 1.5 years in Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering Project guide in Development of Microfluidic Biosensor Published paper in International Journal (Scopus/SCI/WOS). Organized International Conference (ICDIDSA-23) on November 29-30, 2024 Prepare innovative PPT’s for lectures. Prepared Papers in research area of FEM Tool and Pressure Sensing Organized VLSI Internship and MATLAB Workshop NAAC & NBA criteria Coordinator Published International Paper in Conference & Journal (Scopus/SCI/WOS) Published Patent with Institute Participant in FDP & Seminar
ARYA COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING & I.T.	February 2020- July 2022
As an Assistant Professor 2.5 years Teaching Experience Project guide in Electronics Prepare innovative PPT’s for lectures. Internal test during semesters. Developed the ALU by using Xilinx tool. The design include Hardware of device developed on tool. The testbench and design is used Verilog programming
PRIMESOC TECHNOLOGIES	July 2018- Jan.2020
As a Member of Technical Staff with 1.5 years. Verification code Master and Slave for APB protocol Design a Synchronous FIFO Verification code for AXI Protocol Design an SV code for CSI Provide Training to Students Develop Verilog code on FPGA kit & Xilinx Tool FPGA Design on Xilinx Tool & NEXYS Setup & hold time Concept.
JAGANNATH UNIVERSITY	July 2009- July 2018
As Assistant Professor 9 years’ Experience of Teaching & Administrative Project Guide in VLSI, Robotics and Sensor Control Automation. Participating in departmental & University activities. Supervise students’ projects. Research and development: Analysed the MEMS Switch at different Eigen frequency in stationary domain by using COMSOL Multiphysics Tool.

Research

Dr. Ankur Saxena’s research focuses on the design, simulation, optimization, and development of advanced electronic and microsystem technologies. His primary research areas include MEMS and microfluidic sensors, microcantilever-based pressure sensing, VLSI and microelectronics, RF MEMS, semiconductor devices, FEM-based multiphysics modelling, biosensors, and IoT-enabled sensing systems.

His research work involves computational modelling and optimization using COMSOL Multiphysics, with applications in microfluidic pressure sensing, fluid–structure interaction, sensor–microchannel integration, and biomedical/lab-on-chip systems. He also has research experience in VLSI front-end design, FPGA implementation, Verilog/SystemVerilog, and MEMS device design.

Consulting

Research and technical consulting areas include:

MEMS and microfluidic device design and optimization
COMSOL Multiphysics and FEM-based modelling
Microfluidic pressure sensor development
Microcantilever sensor design
RF MEMS and semiconductor device modelling
VLSI front-end design and verification
Verilog/SystemVerilog and FPGA-based design
Biosensor and lab-on-chip system development
IoT and sensor-based electronic systems
Research methodology, technical documentation, and manuscript development
Interdisciplinary engineering project development and student research guidance

Collaboration Opportunities

Collaborations are welcomed in academic research, simulation-driven device development, multidisciplinary R&D projects, student projects, industry-oriented research, technology development, and research proposal development.