CENTRE FOR NANO SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
CENTRE FOR NANO SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
CENTRE FOR NANO SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
CENTRE FOR NANO SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
CeNSE OVERVIEW
The Centre for Nano Science and Engineering (CeNSE) was established in 2010 to pursue interdisciplinary research across several disciplines with a focus on nanoscale systems. Current research topics include, but are not limited to nanoelectronics, MEMS/NEMS, microfluidics, nanomaterials and devices, photonics, nano-biotechnology, solar cells, neuro-biology, quantum and neuromorphic computing, sensors, devices, thin-films, and optoelectronics.
The centre offers M.Tech and PhD programs in a wide range of areas and has close interactions with the industry. It houses a 14000 sq. ft. state-of-the art nanofabrication and clean room facility (NNFC). It also houses a comprehensive micro nano characterization facility (MNCF). Device packaging, integration and system development is supported by the Systems and Packaging Facility (S&PF). The in-house technology business incubator, INCeNSE proudly incubates 6 start-ups today, with access to the best-in-class infrastructure, labs, and mentoring support.
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Selective killing of cancer-associated fibroblasts by ultrasound-mediated mechanical forces
Ultrasound-driven mechanical forces selectively trigger apoptosis in cancer-associated fibroblasts by disrupting key mechanosensory pathways, offering a promising CAF-targeted strategy to enhance cancer therapy.
Buried Nanopore Membranes with Enhanced Mechanical Robustness for High-Resolution Single-Molecule Sensing
Buried silicon nitride nanopores engineered through a recessed membrane design deliver dramatically improved mechanical durability and high-resolution, label-free DNA sensing—offering a scalable path to robust single-molecule biosensors.
Switchable and tuneable high-performance acoustic modes in the L-X band using ferroelectric thin film on sapphire
BST-based HBARs on sapphire achieve record-high fQ performance with tunable, multi-mode operation—providing a robust, low-power platform for on-chip quantum acoustodynamics, quantum transduction, and quantum information applications.
Disentanglement of physical mechanisms for driving and detection in piezoelectric nanoelectromechanical systems
A multimode (Al,Ga)As/GaAs NEMS platform lets researchers clearly separate electrostatic and piezoelectric effects, enabling a fully electrostatic, FET-readout cantilever system and revealing an additional time-delayed drive from chip-wide bulk acoustic waves.
Engineering MoS2–MoTe2 heterojunctions: Enhancing piezoresponse and rectification
Flexible 2D MoS₂–MoTe₂ lateral heterojunctions with asymmetric contacts boost piezoelectric output and rectification, delivering >1 V open-circuit voltages and high power density—offering a promising design pathway for next-gen piezotronic and energy-harvesting devices.
Enhancing the Growth Quality of Perovskite on MeO-2PACz by Introducing a Phenethylammonium Seed Layer
PEAI-treated SAMs improve perovskite film quality and charge transport, boosting solar-cell efficiency from 19.27% to 21.76% through larger grains, reduced strain, and longer carrier lifetimes.
Elevating Helicopter Safety: Innovative Absolute Pressure Transducer for Precise Altitude Data Recording
Absolute pressure transducer developed by Prof. M M Nayak and Mr. Krishna Prasad is connected to Pitot-static system of the helicopter for sensing the pressure at static port. Read more…
CeNSpire: Breathing New Life into Healthcare with a Portable Low-Cost Ventilator
CeNSpire ventilator with 7 modes of operation was developed by a team of students, engineers and professors led by Prof. Sushobhan Avasthi.
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Packaging power: need for power semiconductor device packaging in the industry
Power devices usually handle much larger currents and voltages such that they require larger interconnections and more efficient thermal management. Read more…
Compact gas sensors
Professor Navakanta Bhat and Krishna Prasad have developed gas sensors designed for detecting leaks of various gases commonly used in industries. Read more…
‘Ocean’ CVD Reactor: A Revolutionary Tool for Low-Dimensional Material Synthesis
An Ocean CVD reactor was developed by KAS Technologies in collaboration with Prof. Srinivasan Raghavan at the Centre for Nano Science and Engineering, Indian Institute of Science. Read more…
Real-Time Air Quality Monitoring with Nanosensors and AI Insights
The Realtime Airquality Monitoring System updates on a Real Time basis the Data of CO, CO2, SO2, NO2 Sensors along with Ambient RH & Temp. Read more…
CeNSE FACILITIES
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National Nanofabrication (NNfC)National Nanofabrication Centre consisting of a comprehensive 14,000 sq. ft. clean-room facility with capability for: |
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Micro and Nano Characterization Facility (MNCF)The one of its kind micro and nano characterization facility (MNCF) aims to be a single shop for all a characterization needs of any nanofabrication process. It is rare to find such a comprehensive array of tools under a single roof, anywhere in the world. Read more… |
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PACKAGINGIC Packaging facility has the complete capability to convert a wafer into a packaged device – from wafer sawing to wire bonding to precision welding. In addition, there are dedicated setups for pneumatic/hydraulic pressure calibration for pressure sensors and acoustic calibration for acoustic sensors. Read more… |