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Professor P. Narayana is a faculty member in the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering at the University of Houston. His research focuses on biosensor technology, nanotechnology, and diagnostic systems, with an emphasis on developing innovative solutions for point-of-care diagnostics and biomarker detection. He holds an NSF Career Award and has contributed to advancements in luminescent materials, SERS-based assays, and multiplex diagnostic platforms.
His work integrates interdisciplinary approaches from biomedical engineering, materials science, and analytical chemistry to create practical tools for infectious disease monitoring, chronic condition management, and molecular diagnostics. Recent efforts include smartphone-readable lateral flow assays and nanophosphor-based reporters for high-sensitivity detection.
Key achievements include the development of multicolor multiplex assays and magnetofection techniques using functionalized nanoparticles. His research addresses critical gaps in affordable, rapid diagnostic technologies for clinical and home use.
