Afzaal Qamar
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Afzaal Qamar is a leading researcher in advanced semiconductor materials and optoelectronic devices, with a particular focus on silicon carbide (SiC) heterostructures. His most impactful work centers on the development of ultra-sensitive, self-powered position-sensitive detectors (PSDs), exemplified by his 2020 study on horizontally-aligned double 3C-SiC/Si heterostructures. This paper, which has garnered 43 citations, demonstrates a novel approach to achieving high spatial resolution and sensitivity without an external power source—a critical advancement for applications in precision alignment, robotics, and optical sensing. Qamar’s contributions lie in engineering the interface and alignment of SiC layers to optimize charge carrier separation and transport, significantly enhancing device performance. His work not only pushes the boundaries of wide-bandgap semiconductor technology but also offers a pathway toward energy-efficient, miniaturized photodetection systems. By integrating material innovation with device physics, Qamar has established himself as a key figure in the field, with his research providing foundational insights for next-generation self-powered sensors.
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