Mahaboobbatcha Aleem
Silicon solar cell, Metallization, Micro patterning, Lithography, Sensor, Thin Films
I'm an enthusiastic postdoctoral researcher, deeply immersed in the captivating domain of MEMS fabrication. My journey spans lithography techniques, clean room mastery, pioneering solar cell advancements, and cutting-edge data-driven sensor development, all intertwined with the power of machine learning. 🔬 Exploration of MEMS Fabrication: With mastery in lithography techniques like E-beam, mask/mask-less UV, and imprint, I craft intricate structures for diverse sensor applications. My adeptness in clean room environments equips me to deftly maneuver PVD, ICP-CVD/RIE, ALD, and lithography-based tools. 🌞 Revolutionizing Solar Cells: My doctoral journey revolved around redefining solar cell technology. I spearheaded the development of Advanced Micro-Patterned, Narrow Finger Width Front Contact Metallization Schemes for Silicon Solar Cells, a pursuit that imparted an intimate understanding of silicon and thin-film solar cell fabrication. My inventive prowess was further showcased by the creation of four pilot-scale machines. 📊 Data-Driven Sensor Development: Championing a data-driven approach, I've extended my expertise to sensor development. By analyzing intricate datasets, I uncover hidden insights that fuel the refinement of sensor performance, responsiveness, and reliability. This paradigm shift marks a transformative step in enhancing sensing technologies. 💡 Integration of Machine Learning: Intrigued by the limitless potential of machine learning, I've embarked on a journey to fuse these techniques with sensor development. By marrying data-driven insights with predictive models, I amplify the efficiency, accuracy, and adaptability of sensors, thereby shaping the forefront of sensing technology. 🌐 Interdisciplinary Vision: I've embarked on ventures into cross-disciplinary landscapes. My work on chemi-resistive gas sensors, enriched by metal oxides, thin films, and diverse materials, highlights my commitment to creating flexible, low-power MEMS gas sensors with enhanced surface reactive capabilities, fueled by the synergy of data and machine learning.
Works (15)
2024 journal article
A Novel Monolithic MEMS Array for E-Nose Applications
IEEE SENSORS LETTERS, 8(2).
2024 journal article
Novel Sequential Detection of NO<sub>2</sub> and C<sub>2</sub>H<sub>5</sub>OH in SnO<sub>2</sub> MEMS Arrays for Enhanced Selectivity in E-Nose Applications
CHEMOSENSORS, 12(12).
2024 journal article
Recycled silicon solar cell-derived nanostructured p-black silicon device for high performance NO<sub>2</sub> gas sensor applications
RSC Applied Interfaces.
2023 journal article
1D aligned, n–p and n–n type ZnO heterojunction nanofibers for NO<sub>2</sub> sensors: exploration of conduction mechanism using <i>in situ</i> impedance spectroscopy
Materials Advances, 4(14), 3010–3025.
Contributors: R. Vishnuraj*, * , K. Nair* & B. Pullithadathil *
2023 patent
A Self-Cleanable Coating and A Confocal Dual-Spray Coating Process
http://ipindiaservices.gov.in/RQStatus/PatentCertificatePDF.aspx?AppNo=MjAyMDExMDQ0NjQ5&FullPath=LVBhdGVudENlcnRpZmljYXRlMTAtMDEtMjAyMy5wZGY=
2023 conference paper
Developing Nanosensors with Silicon Nanowires*
2023 IEEE 23rd International Conference on Nanotechnology (NANO).
2023 journal article
Narrow Line Width Ni-Cu-Sn Front Contact Metallization Patterns for Low-Cost High-Efficiency Crystalline Silicon Solar Cells using Nano-Imprint Lithography
Energy Technology, 5.
Contributors: , R. Vishnuraj*, B. Krishnan*, A. Ashok * & B. Pullithadathil * *
2023 article
Performance of A Monolithic E-Nose Array Integrating MEMS and ALD Processing
2023 IEEE SENSORS.
2022 journal article
A Road Map toward Field-Effect Transistor Biosensor Technology for Early Stage Cancer Detection
Small Methods, 6(10), 2200809.
Contributors: M. Eswaran *, B. Chokkiah, S. Pandit *, S. Rahimi *, R. Dhanusuraman, * , I. Mijakovic *
2021 journal article
MEMS-compatible, gold nanoisland anchored 1D aligned ZnO heterojunction nanofibers: unveiling the NO2 sensing mechanism with operando photoluminescence studies
Materials Advances, 2(9), 3000–3013.
Contributors: R. Vishnuraj*, J. Dhakshinamoorthy *, K. Nair*, * & B. Pullithadathil *
2021 journal article
Realization of Micropatterned, Narrow Line-Width Ni-Cu-Sn Front Contact Grid Pattern Using Maskless Direct-Write Lithography for Industrial Silicon Solar Cells
ACS Applied Energy Materials, 4(10), 10682–10696.
Contributors: , R. Vishnuraj*, B. Krishnan* & B. Pullithadathil * *
2020 journal article
Boosting the performance of NO2 gas sensors based on n-n type mesoporous ZnO@In2O3 heterojunction nanowires: in situ conducting probe atomic force microscopic elucidation of room temperature local electron transport
Nanoscale Advances, 2(10), 4785–4797.
Contributors: R. Vishnuraj*, K. Karuppanan *, * & B. Pullithadathil *
2019 journal article
Optimal Design of Narrow Line-Width Front Contact Grid Pattern for Silicon Solar Cells and Low-Cost Fabrication of Electroless Nickel Plated Imprint Lithography Hard Stamp
Advanced Engineering Materials, 21(12), 1900734.
Contributors: , K. Karuppanan *, A. Raghu *, N. Satheesan*, B. Krishnan* & B. Pullithadathil * *
2016 journal article
Compositional grading of CZTSSe alloy using exponential and uniform grading laws in SCAPS-ID simulation
Superlattices and Microstructures, 92, 285–293.
Contributors: O. Simya*, A. Mahaboobbatcha* & K. Balachander*
2015 journal article
A comparative study on the performance of Kesterite based thin film solar cells using SCAPS simulation program
Superlattices and Microstructures, 82, 248–261.
Contributors: O. Simya*, A. Mahaboobbatcha* & K. Balachander*

Employment
Updated: May 1st, 2023 10:43
2023 - present
2021 - 2023
2018 - 2021
2016 - 2017
Education
Updated: November 14th, 2022 11:00
2016 - 2021