Devisowjanya P

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Chennai is inviting applications for PhD Admissions 2026 in the area of smart RFID, antenna design, microwave sensing, and wireless sensing systems . The advertised research direction focuses on solving real-world problems in smart infrastructure, logistics, healthcare, and industrial monitoring through low-cost, intelligent, and robust sensing technologies. The research themes include multi-parameter RFID sensing for temperature, humidity, strain, and material-condition monitoring; chipless RFID and microwave sensing as low-cost alternatives to semiconductor-based transponders; antenna design and SDR-based readout for cluttered and multipath-rich environments; and machine learning for RF signals for intelligent decoding and classification of sensing data. The opportunity is hosted at the Department of ECE, Amrita School of Engineering, Chennai , under Dr. Devisowjanya P , Assistant Professor (Senior Grade), Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham. The post highlights a strong research ecosystem with advanced infrastructure, specialized facilities, mentorship, and support for high-quality publications. Funding includes an Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham PhD scholarship with a monthly stipend starting from ₹30,000 for full-time scholars, with periodic increments. The post also mentions additional support for publications, conferences, and research infrastructure. Eligibility: Applicants should have an M.Tech/M.E. in ECE, Electronics, Communication, RF and radar, or related fields . Final-year master’s students may also apply. Preferred preparation includes MATLAB or Python , antenna design tools, and foundational knowledge of antennas, transmission lines, and electromagnetic waves. Application: Apply through the official Amrita admissions portal for PhD Admissions 2026. The portal states that applicants must register, enter personal information, pay the application fee, and complete the remaining steps before interview/test. The application fee is non-refundable. The post indicates an application window ending in June 2026 .

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham (Chennai campus) is inviting applications for a full-time PhD position in Smart Antenna Communication under the guidance of Dr. Devisowjanya P , Assistant Professor (Sr.Gr), Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering. The project focuses on next-generation chipless RFID and microwave sensing systems for smart infrastructure. The research aims at low-cost, multi-parameter monitoring of temperature, humidity, strain, and material conditions in harsh multipath environments. The work combines advanced antenna design , SDR platforms , and machine learning for reliable applications in industrial, healthcare, logistics, and warehouse settings. Eligible applicants should hold an M.E./M.Tech. in Communication Engineering, RF & Microwave Engineering, Wireless Communication, Signal Processing, Antenna Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a closely related discipline. A strong academic background is expected, and candidates with GATE/NET or equivalent qualifications are encouraged to apply. Helpful skills include CST Studio Suite , HFSS , MATLAB , Python , and antenna design/analysis experience. Prior publications are desirable but not mandatory. Funding includes a fellowship of ₹30,000–₹40,000 per month , with enhanced opportunities up to ₹55,000 per month . The position also offers research infrastructure support up to ₹10 lakhs , publication support up to ₹6 lakhs , international collaboration and conference travel funding, and innovation/patent/startup ecosystem support. How to apply: use Project Code CHNECE005 to open the project details in the admissions portal and submit your application. The last date to apply is 31 July 2026 , and applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. For queries, contact [email protected] .