Prashant Kumar

Dr. Prashant Kumar is an Assistant Professor at UPES, Dehradun, driving key initiatives in semiconductor technology and the newly introduced B.Tech program in VLSI Design and Technology. He earned his Ph.D. from the Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi, specializing in Organic Thin Film Transistors, and brings extensive teaching experience in VLSI and Analog Electronics from MITS Gwalior. 

His expertise spans organic and flexible electronics, semiconductor device fabrication, TCAD simulation, and analog circuits for biomedical applications. Passionate about hands-on learning, Dr. Kumar integrates fabrication, modeling, and circuit design to foster innovation. He actively collaborates with industry to bridge the gap between academia and next-generation electronics. Guided by Albert Einstein’s belief that “Education is not the learning of facts, but the training of the mind to think,” he is dedicated to nurturing critical thinking and innovation among his students. 

Dr. Kumar is currently an Assistant Professor at UPES, Dehradun, contributing to semiconductor technology initiatives and the newly introduced B.Tech program in VLSI Design and Technology. He previously served as a Ph.D. researcher at IIT (BHU), Varanasi, specializing in Organic Thin Film Transistors, and as an Assistant Professor at MITS Gwalior, where he taught VLSI Design and Analog Electronics. His experience includes mentoring students on fabrication-based projects and TCAD simulations while fostering academic and industry collaborations. 

Organic and Flexible Electronics | Low-Power OFETs | Semiconductor Device Fabrication | TCAD Simulation | Gas Sensors | Phototransistors | Analog VLSI | Biomedical Signal Acquisition Circuits | Emerging Electronics | Microfabrication. 

Dr. Kumar believes that true understanding comes from creation and clarity. Guided by Richard Feynman’s philosophy of learning through building and simplifying concepts, he encourages students to question deeply and engage in hands-on experimentation. He fosters an inclusive and collaborative learning environment where curiosity, practical problem-solving, and innovation are central. His approach combines theoretical foundations with real-world applications to prepare students for future technological challenges. 

VLSI Technology | IC Fabrication | VLSI Design | Electronic Devices | Digital Electronics | Digital System Design | Analog Electronic Circuits | Principles of Microelectronics | Analog CMOS Design | RF CMOS Design | Microfabrication Lab | Analog Electronics and Tinkering Lab. 

Recipient of the University Silver Medal (M.Tech) and Chancellor Scholarship (B.E.) for academic excellence. Awarded a ₹5 lakh institutional seed grant at UPES. He was also a GATE fellowship holder during both his master’s and Ph.D. studies. 

Dr. Kumar has authored six peer-reviewed research papers in leading journals such as IEEE Transactions on Electron Devices, IEEE Electron Device Letters, and IEEE Sensors Journal. His scholarly work focuses on sustainable and next-generation semiconductor solutions, including eco-friendly organic thin film transistors, low-voltage dielectric stacks, and environmental gas sensors. 

He is also engaged in collaborative research involving 2D materials, hybrid nanostructures, and advanced device architectures. His academic contributions reflect a strong commitment to integrating materials innovation, device engineering, and practical applications for future electronics technologies. 

prashant.kumar1@ddn.upes.ac.in