Sudhir Shrestha

Dr. Sudhir Shrestha is an Associate Professor and Chair of the Engineering Department at Sonoma State University (SSU). He holds a PhD in Engineering (Electrical and Micro/Nanoscale Systems) from Louisiana Tech University and a BE in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Kathmandu University. His research focuses on robotics, AI, embedded computing, and biomedical devices, with over 35 publications and seven patents. He directs the Intelligent Systems Lab at SSU and is a Senior Member of IEEE.

Education:

• PhD in Engineering, Louisiana Tech University, 2009
• BE in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Kathmandu University, 2003

Research Interests: Dr. Shrestha's work emphasizes biomedical sensor systems, wearable technologies, and AI-driven diagnostics. He has developed devices for non-invasive glucose monitoring via breath analysis, embedded vision systems for diabetic retinopathy detection, and flexible antennas for medical imaging. His lab innovates in smart home air quality monitoring and secure RFID protocols.

Professional Roles:

• Chair, Department of Engineering, SSU (2022–2024)
• School Chair, School of Engineering and Computer Science, SSU (2024)
• Associate Professor, SSU (2021–Present)

Awards & Recognition:

• Senior Member, IEEE (2023)

Grants & Patents: He holds patents on breath data collection devices, low-power wireless sensors, and paper-based lithium-ion batteries. His work bridges nanotechnology and biomedical applications, with collaborations in sensor fabrication and solar cell materials.

Labs & Outreach: The Intelligent Systems Lab at SSU focuses on interdisciplinary projects in robotics, AI, and biomedical engineering, fostering student innovation through project-based learning.