Danial Chitnis

Dr. Danial Chitnis is a Chancellor's Fellow and Lecturer in Electronics at the School of Engineering, University of Edinburgh. He holds a DPhil in Engineering Science from the University of Oxford (2013) and has expertise in microelectronics, biomedical engineering, and quantum imaging. His research focuses on SPAD arrays, time-of-flight sensors, and wearable optical systems for biomedical applications.

Education:

• BSc in Electronics Engineering, Chamran University of Ahvaz (2002–2007)
• MSc in Advanced Microelectronics Systems Engineering, University of Bristol (2007–2008)
• DPhil in Engineering Science, University of Oxford (2009–2013)

Research Interests:

• Single-Photon Avalanche Diode (SPAD) arrays for optical communications and biomedical imaging
• Quantum-enhanced imaging via QuantIC Hub
• Wearable sensors for near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS)
• AI-driven automation in test and measurement systems

Articles Trends: Recent work emphasizes AI integration in electronics design, photon-counting receivers for 6G networks, and portable biomedical devices. Notable contributions include SYCL-based acceleration of circuit simulations and FPGA-driven time-to-digital converters.

Grants & Collaborations: Principal Investigator of multiple grants, including EPSRC-funded projects on AI-enhanced human-machine interfaces and quantum technology applications. Collaborates with UCL, QuantIC, and industry partners like Keysight Technologies.

Labs/Teams: Co-investigator at QuantIC, the UK Quantum Technology Hub in Quantum Enhanced Imaging. Leads interdisciplinary research on detector arrays and systems for quantum physics and consumer cameras.