Renny Edwin Fernandez

Renny Edwin Fernandez is an Associate Professor in the Department of Engineering at Norfolk State University's College of Science, Engineering and Technology. His multidisciplinary research focuses on microsensing platforms for healthcare, pollution control, and agriculture applications.

• Education: PhD in Electrical Engineering (2010) from Indian Institute of Technology Madras

His research integrates microfabrication, microfluidics, and machine learning to develop wearable biosensors, disposable electrodes, and IoT-enabled soil monitoring systems. Key trends in his recent publications include:

• Real-time health monitoring via flexible nanosensors
• Machine learning integration in agricultural IoT
• Plasma-aided printing of conductive nanomaterials
• Smart PPE systems with NFC technology

Scientific Awards:

• Research Initiation Award (2020) for cognitive monitoring systems in extreme environments

Dr. Fernandez mentors graduate and undergraduate researchers at NSU, with prior teaching experience at University of Indianapolis and Florida International University. He holds a patent for biosensor technology and has developed innovative solutions for:

• Salivary cortisol detection
• Soil nutrient analysis
• Cell viability assessment
• Smart irrigation systems