Microfluidic Devices & Heterogeneous Systems Lab
Centre for Nano Science & Engineering (CeNSE), IISc
Two modes of contact-time reduction in the impact of particle-coated droplets on superhydrophobic surfaces feature in the Frontispiece in Droplet.
Our paper on Tunable encapsulation of Encapsulation of Sessile Droplets in Liquid and Solid Shells is available online at Nature Communications.
Recent Publications
Tunable encapsulation of Encapsulation of Sessile Droplets in Liquid and Solid Shells. Nature Communications (2023)
Suppression of Droplet Pinch-off by Early Onset of Interfacial Instability. Journal of Colloid and Interface Science (2023)
Advances in Microscale Droplet Generation and Manipulation. Langmuir (2023)
Research
Microfluidics for Cells, Clusters & Organs
Develop microfluidic tools to enable study of heterogeneity in mechanical & electrical properties of single cells and multi-cellular clusters. Develop microfluidic twins for organ systems on chip.
Study interaction of drops with nanostructured surfaces and meshes. Precise generation and manipulation of microscale droplets for various applications.
Flexible Devices and Biosensors
Develop flexible and wearable sensors for continuous monitoring of health by measuring data from soft and curved surfaces of the human body.
Heterogeneous Devices and Microsystems
3D Integration of heterogeneous devices to achieve scaling of microsystems enabling miniaturization of sensor systems for healthcare and industrial IOT.
Lab Life
We are always looking for enthusiastic students to join our group. More info on available positions can be found here.