Faquir Jain

Faquir Jain is a Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Connecticut, affiliated with the School of Engineering. His research focuses on microelectronics, optoelectronics, quantum structures, and nanotechnology. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Connecticut and has authored numerous technical publications. He actively participates in NSF review panels and serves on editorial/advisory boards for IEEE conferences and the Connecticut Microelectronics and Optoelectronics Consortium (CMOC). His research projects include micro-fuel cells, DNA-assisted photonic crystal fabrication, and implantable biosensors.

Education: B.S. Physics (Agra University, 1962), M.S. Physics (Agra University, 1963), B.S.E.E. (Roorkee University, 1965), M.S.E.E. (Indian Institute of Technology, 1968), Ph.D. (University of Connecticut, 1973).

Research Interests: Quantum dot-based devices, optoelectronic modulators, nanochannel FETs, and bio-integrated sensors. He has led projects funded by the U.S. Army, Air Force, and Office of Naval Research. Recent work includes quantum dot gate transistors, multi-state SRAMs, and low-power CMOS ASIC chips for biomedical applications.

Professional Activities: Coordinator of CT Microelectronics & Optoelectronics Consortium, member of IEEE Nanotechnology Advisory Board, and presenter at DARPA-MTO and Naval Underwater Warfare Center events.

Lab/Team: Active in CMOC and collaborates with institutions like Taif University on nanoelectronics and biosensors.