Rajan Thakur

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Dr. Rajan Thakur is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of additive manufacturing, microfluidics, and microelectromechanical systems (MEMS), with a particular focus on acoustofluidic applications. His most cited work, “Additive manufacturing of three-dimensional (3D) microfluidic-based MEMS for acoustofluidic applications” (2018, 39 citations), represents a significant breakthrough by demonstrating how 3D printing can overcome the structural limitations of conventional subtractive MEMS fabrication. This contribution enables the creation of truly three-dimensional structural electronics and microfluidic devices, eliminating the need for cumbersome post-processing steps. Dr. Thakur’s research has opened new pathways for designing complex, integrated systems that leverage acoustic forces for fluid manipulation, with broad implications for lab-on-a-chip technologies, biomedical diagnostics, and advanced sensing. His work is highly regarded for its innovative fusion of manufacturing science and device engineering, offering a scalable, versatile approach to MEMS fabrication. By pushing the boundaries of what is possible with 3D printing in micro-scale systems, Dr. Thakur continues to inspire researchers and students seeking to build next-generation, multifunctional devices for real-world applications.