Profile
Peter Francis Mathew Elango
- Research Fellow
- RMIT University
- peter.francis.mathew.elango@rmit.edu.au
- 0487-543-782
- @/peterelango
- @@PeterElango
Research Interests
- Micro/Nano Fabrication
- Optoelectronics
- Medical Devices
- Biosensors
- Nanotechnology
Education
- Doctor of Philosophy (Electrical and Electronic Engineering), RMIT University, Melbourne, Australia
- Master of Technology (Nanotechnology), Karunya University, India
Achievements & Awards
- 2023 - Falling Walls Labs Australia Top 10 National Finalist
- 2023 - Falling Walls Labs Sydney Winner (1st Place) & People's Choice Winner
- 2021 - RMIT University School of Engineering 3 Minute Thesis People's Choice Winner
- 2017 - Distinguished Award (Teaching), University of Waterloo
- 2016 - University Rank Holder, Karunya University
Themes
- Manipulate
Peter is a scientist and engineer with multi-disciplinary expertise across the areas of nano-biotechnology, materials science and electrical engineering. Peter has transdisciplinary experience working on multiple academic, industrial, and government research facilities globally – working on biomaterials and medical technology. Apart from interest in interdisciplinary research, Peter is also entrepreneurial and believes that scientific innovation is the key in solving societal issues – which has resulted in starting their DeepTech Venture, AUS BIOS LABS, as Founder and CEO. Besides the love of science and technology, Peter spends time leading volunteer organizations, classical poetry (the Milton kind), swimming (the chlorine kind), and boxing (no duels accepted!).
Current Projects
- Meta-health sensors