Dr. Ashok Chhetry is a distinguished postdoctoral fellow specializing in wearable physical and physiological sensor devices. Currently working in the Department of Radiology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, he focuses on cutting-edge research in wireless electronic systems for health monitoring. His academic journey began with a Bachelor’s in Electronics and Communication Engineering from Pokhara University, Nepal, followed by a Unified MS and Ph.D. in Electronic Engineering from Kwangwoon University, South Korea. With over eight years of research experience, Dr. Chhetry has established himself as an expert in soft and smart electronics, contributing significantly to academic and applied research in wearable healthcare technologies.
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Education
Dr. Chhetry completed his undergraduate studies at Pokhara University in 2008, graduating with a strong foundation in Electronics and Communication Engineering. He pursued his Unified MS and Ph.D. at Kwangwoon University, South Korea, from 2016 to 2021. His dissertation focused on the development of flexible and stretchable physical sensors for wearable healthcare and electronic skin applications, achieving a stellar CGPA of 4.34 on a 4.5 scale. This academic rigor laid the groundwork for his contributions to next-generation electronic devices and sensor technologies.
Experience
Dr. Chhetry’s career trajectory spans academia and advanced research institutions. He began as a faculty member at several Nepalese engineering colleges, where he taught electronics and communication subjects for seven years. Transitioning to research, he contributed to the development of pressure, strain, and temperature sensors at Kwangwoon University. At the University of Alberta, Canada, he fabricated thermal sensors for fire-protective clothing. Currently, at Mount Sinai, he develops wireless health-monitoring devices, supervising and mentoring undergraduate researchers. These roles underscore his commitment to innovation and education in electronics and sensor development.
Research Interests
Dr. Chhetry’s research interests lie at the intersection of electronics, medicine, and materials science. His work focuses on wireless health monitoring systems, such as ECG and EEG devices, and advanced wearable sensors for pressure, strain, and temperature monitoring. He is also passionate about self-powered sensors and energy generation systems, including triboelectric nanogenerators and capacitive devices. His expertise extends to laser-induced graphene and electrospun nanofiber-based technologies, demonstrating his proficiency in interdisciplinary research and cutting-edge materials.
Awards
Dr. Chhetry has received recognition for his innovative research in wearable healthcare technology. He has been invited to present his work at prestigious international conferences and symposia, such as IEEE EMBS and the Biomedical Engineering and Imaging Institute Symposium. His ability to bridge smart electronics with healthcare solutions has earned him accolades and nominations in the scientific community.
Selected Publications
- Graphene-polymer nanocomposites electrode with ionic nanofibrous membrane for highly sensitive supercapacitive pressure sensor – Nano Today, 2023. Cited by 15.
- Ultra‐Sensitive and Quick‐Responsive Hybrid‐Supercapacitive Iontronic Pressure Sensor for Artificial Tactile Applications – Advanced Materials Technologies, 2022. Cited by 25.
- Hysteresis-Free Double-Network Hydrogel-Based Strain Sensor for Wearable Smart Bioelectronics – ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, 2022. Cited by 30.
- Polyaniline-nanospines engineered nanofibrous membrane for electronic skins – Nano Energy, 2022. Cited by 40.
- On-skin ultrathin and stretchable multifunctional sensor for smart healthcare wearables – npj Flexible Electronics, 2022. Cited by 28.
- β‐Phase‐Rich Laser‐Induced MXene Reinforced Carbon Nanofibers for Breathable Bioelectronics – Advanced Functional Materials, 2022. Cited by 20.
- Black Phosphorus@Laser-Engraved Graphene for Hybridized Sensor Applications – Advanced Functional Materials, 2021. Cited by 35.
Conclusion
Dr. Ashok Chhetry exemplifies innovation and dedication in wearable sensor research and education. His journey from academia to cutting-edge research in healthcare electronics demonstrates his ability to address real-world challenges through interdisciplinary solutions. With numerous impactful publications and significant contributions to sensor development, Dr. Chhetry continues to advance the frontiers of smart healthcare technologies, making strides toward a more connected and health-conscious future.