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Madhupriya G

Madhupriya G

Chennai

Summary

Accomplished R&D Professional with over 6+years of experience in silicon photonics and integrated optics, driving innovation in photonic device design, simulation, and fabrication. Expertise in utilizing advanced techniques such as photolithography and electron beam lithography for the development of cutting-edge optical devices. Recognized for strong analytical skills and a creative approach to problem-solving, consistently delivering high-quality results in collaborative research environments. Committed to advancing photonics technology and contributing to impactful research initiatives.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

DST Inspire research fellowship

SASTRA UNIVERSITY
06.2019 - 02.2025
  • Designed and simulated silicon photonic devices (e.g., waveguides, EO switches & couplers) using Lumerical, COMSOL, and MATLAB.
  • Analyzed device performance metrics such as insertion loss, bandwidth, and modulation efficiency.
  • Collaborated on research papers, technical reports, and conference presentations; supported proposal writing for photonics R&D projects.

DST Research Internship

Indian Institute of Technology, Madras
09.2022 - 11.2024
  • Design of SiN polarization beam splitter using dual asymmetric directional coupler which forms a baseline circuit for analyzing orthogonal polarization with an enhanced polarization extinction ratios (PER) and insertion losses (ILs)
  • This model has no active phase control and can be ideally fabricated using single step lithography technique that offers polarization diversity.
  • Cleanroom fabrication using photolithography, electron beam lithography, etching, and deposition techniques on SOI wafers.
  • Cleanroom fabrication using photolithography, electron beam lithography, etching, and deposition techniques on SOI wafers.

Research Assistant

Sastra University
03.2019 - 04.2022
  • Delivered core UG coursework in Digital and Optical Communication, supporting instructional design and outcome-based education (OBE) alignment.
  • Facilitated end-to-end lab operations for Digital Communication, Optical Communication, Analog/Digital Electronics, and Electronic Devices & Circuits labs.
  • Led hands-on sessions in Microprocessors & Microcontrollers, DSP, Electrical Machines, and BEEE labs, ensuring experimental accuracy and concept reinforcement.
  • Drafted lab manuals, assessed student performance, maintained lab compliance, and supported continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Mentored student research projects and contributed to faculty-led publications, workshops, and departmental technical forums.

Projects and Papers

06.2021 - 06.2025
  • Publications:
  • 1. Madhupriya Ganesh, N. Nallusamy, R. V. Raja, N. Arzate-Plata, S. Krishnamoorthy Pandiyan, "Ultra-Compact Ferrofluid Infiltrated Magnetic Field Sensor Utilizing Microring Resonator in Silicon-on-Insulator Platform", Photonics and Nanostructures - Fundamentals and Applications (Accepted for publication on June 2025)
  • 2. Madhupriya Ganesh, Rakesh Kumar Karn, Mubarak Ali Meerasha et al., "Fabrication tolerance modeling of silicon-on-insulator-based 8 × 8 double-layer network architecture using hybrid photonic switches for crosstalk optimization", Optical Engineering 63(11), pg. , (2024); doi:10.1117/1.oe.63.11.115105
  • 3. Madhupriya, G., Meerahsa, M.A., Ravi Rajan, I., Pandiyan, K.: Design and analysis of 2×1 photonic temporal multiplexer using SOI ring resonator for switching and logical applications. Opt. Eng. 60, 1-14 (2021). https://doi.org/10.1117/1.oe.60.9.095102
  • 4. Ali, .M., Madhupriya, G., Indhumathi, R. et al. Performance enhancement of 8×8 dilated banyan network using crosstalk suppressed GMZI crossbar photonic switches. Photon Netw Commun 42, 123-133 (2021). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11107-021-00948-6
  • 5. Meerasha, M.A., Meetei, T.S., Madhupriya, G. et al. The design and analysis of a CMOS-compatible silicon photonic ON-OFF switch based on a mode-coupling mechanism. J Comput Electron 19, 1651-1659 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10825-020-01550-1

Education

Master of Technology - MTech - Electrical & Electronics and Communications Engineering

Shanmugha Arts, Science, Technology & Reserch Academy (SASTRA)
Thanjavur
01.2019

Bachelor of Engineering - BE - Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Velammal Engineering College
01.2016

12 & - undefined

DAV Schools Network
01.2012

Skills

  • Highly Organized
  • Ability to Learn Quickly
  • Creative Problem Solving

Personal Information

  • Title: R&D PROFESSIONAL
  • Nationality: Indian

Publications

  • Ultra-Compact Ferrofluid Infiltrated Magnetic Field Sensor Utilizing Microring Resonator in Silicon-on-Insulator Platform, Madhupriya Ganesh, N. Nallusamy, R. V. Raja, N. Arzate-Plata, S. Krishnamoorthy Pandiyan, Photonics and Nanostructures - Fundamentals and Applications, Accepted for publication, 2025-06-01
  • Fabrication tolerance modeling of silicon-on-insulator-based 8 × 8 double-layer network architecture using hybrid photonic switches for crosstalk optimization, Madhupriya Ganesh, Rakesh Kumar Karn, Mubarak Ali Meerasha, Optical Engineering, 63, 11, 2024, 10.1117/1.oe.63.11.115105
  • Design and analysis of 2×1 photonic temporal multiplexer using SOI ring resonator for switching and logical applications, Madhupriya, G., Meerahsa, M.A., Ravi Rajan, I., Pandiyan, K., Optical Engineering, 60, 1-14, 2021, 10.1117/1.oe.60.9.095102
  • Performance enhancement of 8×8 dilated banyan network using crosstalk suppressed GMZI crossbar photonic switches, Ali, M., Madhupriya, G., Indhumathi, R., Photon Networks and Communications, 42, 123-133, 2021, 10.1007/s11107-021-00948-6
  • The design and analysis of a CMOS-compatible silicon photonic ON-OFF switch based on a mode-coupling mechanism, Meerasha, M.A., Meetei, T.S., Madhupriya, G., Journal of Computational Electronics, 19, 1651-1659, 2020, 10.1007/s10825-020-01550-1

Timeline

DST Research Internship

Indian Institute of Technology, Madras
09.2022 - 11.2024

Projects and Papers

06.2021 - 06.2025

DST Inspire research fellowship

SASTRA UNIVERSITY
06.2019 - 02.2025

Research Assistant

Sastra University
03.2019 - 04.2022

Master of Technology - MTech - Electrical & Electronics and Communications Engineering

Shanmugha Arts, Science, Technology & Reserch Academy (SASTRA)

Bachelor of Engineering - BE - Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Velammal Engineering College

12 & - undefined

DAV Schools Network
Madhupriya G