Dhaval Solanki

Dhaval Solanki serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical, Computer and Biomedical Engineering at the University of Rhode Island, where he co-directs the Wearable Biosensing Lab. His work bridges engineering innovation with healthcare applications, focusing on real-world implementation of accessible medical technologies.

His academic foundation includes:

• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (2020)
• M.Tech. in Electrical Engineering from Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (2015)
• B.E. in Electronics and Communication Engineering from Gujarat Technological University (2013)

Solanki's research centers on wearable health technologies that transform medical electronics into practical solutions. He develops smart textiles, biosignal processing systems, and embedded devices for continuous health monitoring, with emphasis on shifting healthcare from reactive to proactive personalized care. His human-centered design approach integrates engineering precision with clinical needs across neurological rehabilitation and chronic disease management.

Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals dominant trends in wearable biosensing for neurological disorders (Parkinson's, stroke, ADHD, epilepsy), with significant focus on textile-based physiological monitoring systems and virtual reality rehabilitation platforms. His work consistently addresses real-world challenges like motion artifacts in clinical settings and usability for diverse patient populations.

As an educator, Solanki mentors students in the Wearable Biosensing Lab while teaching electrical and biomedical engineering courses. His research is supported by federal and foundation grants targeting healthcare technology innovation, with recent projects spanning neonatal monitoring, geriatric care, and digital interventions for substance use disorders.