Thomas T. Daniel holds a Ph.D. in Nanotechnology from IIT Guwahati, specializing in device fabrication for sensing applications. He is the co-founder of K-FAB Tech Private Limited, a company dedicated to making semiconductor fabrication equipment accessible to researchers. Thomas has also worked at the India Innovation Centre for Graphene (IICG) as a project manager for the cleanroom, providing consultancy to various research and academic institutions on the setup of advanced micro and nanofabrication facilities. Managing the cleanroom at the India Innovation Centre for Graphene (IICG) and providing consultancy on the setup of advanced micro and nanofabrication facilities.

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION



  • Doctor of Philosophy in Nanotechnology, IIT Guwahati

    December 2021

    Completed Ph.D. in Nanotechnology at IIT Guwahati, Assam, India. Thesis titled "Magnetic and Semiconductor Devices for the Analysis of Breath Components," focusing on the design, fabrication, testing, and modeling of transistors, diodes, sensors, and magnetic devices. Guided by Prof. Roy Paily Palathinkal.

  • Master of Engineering in Power Electronics and Drives, Anna University

    May 2013

    Earned a Master of Engineering in Power Electronics and Drives from Anna University, Chennai, India. Studies centered on power quality, gaining in-depth knowledge and expertise in managing and improving electrical power systems.

  • Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management, University of Kerala

    November 2011

    Completed a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronics at Sathyabama University. Provided a solid foundation in electrical systems and electronic circuits, setting the stage for advanced studies and research.

  • Bachelor of Engineering Electrical and Electronics, Sathyabama University.

    March 2010

    Completed Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronics at Sathyabama University. His undergraduate education provided him with a solid foundation in electrical systems and electronic circuits, setting the stage for his advanced studies and research.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

  • October 2023 to Present
    Los Angeles, U.S
    Technology Officer (Remote)

    K-Fab Tech Private Limited - innovative startup based in India
    • Supervising the design, development, production, and validation of equipment.
    • Guiding resource allocation and collaborating with teams to improve project timelines.

  • May 2022 to Nov 2023
    Kerala, India
    Project Manager for CleanRoom

    Centre for Materials for Electronics Technology- India Innovation Centre for Graphene (IICG)
    • Overseeing the design and validation of ISO 5 and ISO 6 cleanrooms, including management of associated utilities.
    • Developing prototypes for commercially viable microelectronic devices.

  • January 2016 to Dec 2021
    Assam, India
    Research Fellow

    Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati
    • Designing, fabricating, testing, and modeling transistors, diodes, sensors, and magnetic devices.
    • Operating oxidation and diffusion furnace, thermal evaporator, lithography and printing system, as well as wire bonder.

  • Dec 2014 to Dec 2015
    Assam, India
    Associate Project Engineer

    Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati - Centre for Excellence in Research and Development of Nanoelectronic Theranostic Devices (CENTD)
    • Leading the design, construction, and validation of cutting-edge microelectronics laboratory facilities.
    • Preparing indents, conducting technical and price comparisons, and delivering final recommendations.
    • Managing the installation of facilities for high-end equipment such as electron beam and optical lithography, diffusion oxidation, and deposition furnaces.

  • May 2013 to Nov 2014
    Kerala, India
    Executive Engineer

    GenRenew India
    • Designing and fabricating modular cleanrooms and equipment.

  • June 2010 to Dec 2011
    Kerala, India
    Engineer

    Kerala State Electricity Board
    • Operation and maintenance of 33/11 kV substation, alongside training as an operator at a 15 MW generating station.

PROFESSIONAL ROLES

PROMOTER

  • K-Fab Tech Private Limited - July 2021 to Present [Kerala, India]
    • Mentoring employees in the development of microfabrication equipment.

TECHNICAL EVALUATION COMMITTEE MEMBER

  • Technical Evaluation Committee Member for MEMS and Nanofabrication FAB (Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology) - May 2022 to January 2024 [Kerala, India]
    • Assisting in the design of ISO 5 and ISO 6 cleanrooms and contributing to the development of bills of quantities.
  • Technical Evaluation Committee Member for Sputtering System, Centre for Materials for Electronics Technology [Thrissur, Kerala, India]

CONSULTANT

  • Centre for Materials for Electronics Technology - September 2022 to August 2023 [Telangana, India]
    • Designing and validating ISO 6 cleanrooms and associated utilities.
  • Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati - July 2016 to October 2023 [Assam, India]
    • Preparation of requests for proposals, bill of quantities, technical comparison, and final recommendation.
    Designing and validating ISO 5 and ISO 6 cleanrooms, including their utilitie