Vivaan Patel
San Diego,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented Nanoengineering Student skilled in photolithography, microfluidics, and thin-film deposition. Proven ability to assist in complex chemical experiments and operate advanced laboratory equipment, contributing to successful project outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Hospitality Associate
HDH - UCSD
San Diego, California
04.2025 - Current
- Assisted guests with check-in and check-out processes efficiently.
- Responded to guest inquiries promptly, ensuring a positive experience.
- Programmed keycards and created check in envelopes
Chemical Engineering Intern
Fancy Foam pvt ltd
Ahmedabad , Gujarat
10.2020 - 07.2022
- Assisted in conducting chemical experiments under supervision of senior engineers.
- Prepared chemical solutions and samples for laboratory testing and analysis.
- Operated laboratory equipment including reactors, spectrometers, and chromatography systems.
- participated in discussions and projects aimed towards imrpoving the quality and density of memory PU foam
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nanoengineering
University of California, San Diego
La Jolla, CA06-2026
Skills
- Photolithography (UV & Soft)
- SEM, AFM, Profilometry
- Microfluidics & PDMS casting
- Thin-film deposition (Spin Coating)
- Wet & Dry Etching (RIE)
- Graphene Oxide Device Integration
- MATLAB, Python, ImageJ, Origin
- CAD (AutoCAD, SolidWorks)
- Graphene-Based Biosensor Fabrication & Testing
- SOP Writing & Experimental Design
- Safety Compliance (Chemical, Biological)
Research Experience
Research Assistant – Bionel Lab, UCSD
Nanobioelectronics Focus
- Participated in research on graphene-based biosensors and nanoelectrodes
- Shadowed device fabrication using photolithography and electrodeposition
- Researched cell-electrode interfaces and microvolcano electrode designs
- Supported literature review and lab protocol documentation
Relevant Coursework
- Solid State Physics, Mechanics of Materials, Biochemistry, Physical Chemistry, Electrochemistry, Nanofabrication, Nanomaterials, Nanoscale Characterization, Microfluidics, Materials Characterization, Surface Chemistry, Electronic Materials, Thermodynamics, Molecular Biology, Organic Chemistry, MATLAB for Engineering Applications, Nanobiotechnology
Coursework Projects
Nano 112
- Designed and fabricated 3-layer microdevice using photolithography, metal deposition, and lift-off; patterned 10 μm features with 90% yield on 4" Si wafers
- Optimized etch parameters for Cr/Au layer using wet etching; reduced undercut by ~25% through mask redesign and process tuning.
Nano 115L
- Patterned and deposited gold/nickel microelectrodes (~1.2 μm) using photolithography and chronoamperometry; verified conductivity via CV and SEM
- Observed uniform luminescence and clean feature edges; maintained detailed lab notes and ensured process control across multi-step fabrication
Independant Project
Portable ECG Monitor Simulation with UART & Data Logging
- Simulated STM32-based ECG monitor with real-time UART output and 250 Hz synthetic signal generation using C
- Structured modular firmware for data logging, waveform visualization, and future OLED/SD support
Timeline
Hospitality Associate
HDH - UCSD
04.2025 - Current
Chemical Engineering Intern
Fancy Foam pvt ltd
10.2020 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nanoengineering
University of California, San Diego
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