Krishna Nama Manjunatha

Dr. Krishna Nama Manjunatha is a Senior Lecturer in Micro and Nano Electronics at De Montfort University (DMU), affiliated with the School of Engineering and Sustainable Development under the Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Media. His research is centered at the Emerging Technologies Research Centre (EMTERC), where he investigates nanomaterials for energy and electronic applications.

His educational background includes a PhD in Nanomaterials for Photovoltaic Applications, an MSc in Microelectronics and Nanotechnology, and a BE in Electronics and Communication, all from recognized institutions. His academic journey reflects a strong foundation in semiconductor physics and nanoscale engineering.

Dr. Manjunatha's research focuses on the synthesis and characterization of nanoscale materials, particularly silicon nanowires, for applications in photovoltaics, Li-ion batteries, and memory devices. He also explores transparent conductive oxides, organic and inorganic thin films, and metal-organic compounds. His work often leverages the patented Ra nanowire growth process developed at EMTERC.

The recent publications highlight a consistent trend in advancing nanomaterials for sustainable energy solutions, especially in solar cells and energy storage. Key themes include low-temperature nanowire synthesis, doping techniques, optical characterization of thin films, and integration into flexible and transparent devices. These contributions span disciplines such as materials science, nanotechnology, and renewable energy.

• Global Good - Highly commended, April, 2015, Leicester square mile project
• Society Personality of the year, April, 2015, De Montfort Students Union
• Silver Award in Volunteering, 2014, DSU Volunteering, UK
• Doctoral College Best Thesis Prize, 2018, De Montfort University, UK

Dr. Manjunatha actively supervises multiple postgraduate research students and has secured several externally funded grants as Principal Investigator (PI) and Co-PI, including projects funded by EPSRC and HEIF. His leadership in research projects demonstrates strong capability in grant acquisition and team management. He also contributes to teaching across various programs, including MSc and BEng degrees in Electrical and Electronic Engineering.

He is a core member of the Emerging Technologies Research Centre (EMTERC) and affiliated with the Institute of Engineering Sciences (IES), where he collaborates on interdisciplinary research in nanomaterials and sustainable technologies. His lab work focuses on plasma-enhanced fabrication, thin film deposition, and device characterization for next-generation electronic and energy systems.