Engineer · Researcher · Inventor

Md Khirul
Alam Titu

Researcher and engineer with 3+ years in microfabrication, bioelectronic device development, and project management.

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 khirul.titu@outlook.com (531) 248-2659 LinkedIn Lincoln, NE 68503
Khirul Titu
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About

I'm a Graduate Researcher in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, working at the intersection of biology and electronics — designing and building biosensors to detect and measure biological signals. In the lab, it's hands-on, iterative work: prototyping and testing custom microdevices where electrical engineering meets life science. That overlap is what drives me.

With a BSc in Electrical and Electronic Engineering and 3+ years as an Electrical Engineer in advanced manufacturing, I bring real-world instincts to research — experience that shaped how I approach and solve complex problems.

I'm drawn to problems that sit at disciplinary boundaries, where engineering tools can unlock new possibilities in science and medicine. If you're working on bioelectronics, biosensing, or applied engineering research, I'd love to connect — or if you're simply curious about the world and enjoy discussing ideas, my DMs are always open. You can also reach me at khirul.titu [at] outlook.com

Fabrication & Characterization
Photolithography Thin-film deposition SEM/EDX Electrochemistry
Software & Tools
Python MATLAB C/C++ COMSOL PCB Design OriginPro
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Experience

Graduate Research Assistant 06/2023 — Current
University of Nebraska-Lincoln · Lincoln, NE
  • Developed high-gain (~105) biological sensor field-effect transistors (FETs).
  • Designed photolithography masks and performed thin-film deposition on silicon.
  • Used SEM/EDX to correlate electrical behavior with material defects and composition.
  • Performed statistical analysis of device data to assess variability and performance trends.
  • Investigated root causes of performance degradation and supported design mitigations.
  • Managed research lab operations and mentored six undergraduate researchers.
Graduate Teaching Assistant 08/2024 — 12/2024
University of Nebraska-Lincoln · Lincoln, NE
  • Conducted tutorials on Python-based numerical modeling and engineering computation.
  • Assisted students with linear algebra, differential equations, and transform methods.
Senior Executive Engineer 01/2022 — 05/2023
Eskayef Pharmaceuticals Ltd. · Dhaka, Bangladesh
  • Led cross-functional sub-team supporting manufacturing.
  • Reduced unplanned downtime and increased production throughput by ~30%.
  • Supported equipment procurement, commissioning, and operational readiness.
Executive Engineer 01/2020 — 12/2021
Eskayef Pharmaceuticals Ltd. · Dhaka, Bangladesh
  • Owned commissioning, technical documentation (IQ/OQ, SOP development).
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams on process optimization and continuous improvement.
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Projects

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Chess Playing Robot
Autonomous robotic system integrating mechanical actuation, embedded control, and board-state logic to play chess against human opponents.
Robotic manipulation · Embedded control · Repeatability
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Social Humanoid Robot "RIBO"
Interactive humanoid robot integrating sensors, actuators, and embedded intelligence with validated human-robot interaction scenarios.
System integration · Embedded architecture · HRI
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Braille Watch
Wearable Braille-based watch on ATmega32u4 with DS1307 RTC over I2C, translating time to tactile Braille via PWM servo control.
Wearable · ATmega32u4 · I2C · Low-power
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Face Recognition Software
PC-based real-time face recognition using Python and OpenCV with Tkinter GUI, validated across varying lighting conditions.
Computer vision · OpenCV · Python · GUI
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Laser Guitar
Opto-electronic musical instrument using laser beams and photodetectors. Analog signal conditioning converts beam interruptions to sound.
Optical sensing · Analog front-end · Embedded firmware
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Multi-Platform UAV Design
Built tri, quad, octo-copter and fixed-wing UAVs with integrated propulsion, embedded controllers, and full flight validation.
System architecture · Power systems · Flight validation
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UAV Power Management
Power supply and PDN architectures for battery-powered UAVs with efficiency optimization and noise/reliability assessment.
Power management · PDN design · Power integrity
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GPS Navigation System
GPS-based navigation subsystem for autonomous robots with waypoint tracking validated under real-world latency constraints.
Sensor integration · Navigation algorithms
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Home Automation System
Distributed automation platform with sensors, actuators, and embedded controllers emphasizing modularity and reliability.
Embedded systems · Automation · System integration
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Publications & Talks

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Education

M.Sc. in Chemical Engineering
University of Nebraska-Lincoln · Lincoln, NE
June 2024 — Expected May 2026
GPA: 3.8 / 4.0
B.Sc. in Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Shahjalal University of Science and Technology · Sylhet, Bangladesh
Graduated Dec 2018

Leadership & Service

  • President, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering Graduate Student Association, 2025 – Present
  • Judge, Nebraska State High School VEX Robotics Competition, 2025
  • Treasurer, RoboSUST Robotics Club, 2017

Certifications

  • Cleanroom Operating and Safety Training · Nebraska Center for Materials and Nanoscience, UNL · 2023
  • Industrial Technology Training in Electrical Engineering and Instrumentation · TICI · 2019