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Asad Ullah received his bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from University of Engineering and Technology (UET) Peshawar, Pakistan, and a master's degree from Information Technology University (ITU) Lahore, Pakistan specializing in electrical and electronics engineering. Eager to delve deeper into his field and contribute to cutting-edge research, Asad embarked on a Ph.D. program at Hasselt University in Belgium. Under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Wim Deferme, he is actively engaged in research that explores innovative solutions in material and engineering technology. His doctoral research focuses on the development of flexible and stretchable sensors for precision agriculture monitoring, a growing field with vast potential for technological advancements.
Before starting his Ph.D. journey, Asad gained valuable experience as a research associate at the MicroNano Lab, ITU Lahore. In this role, he polished his skills in the field of sensor technology, with applications in healthcare and agriculture. Being enthusiastic about research in emerging technologies, Asad research interests include printed electronics and flexible sensor technologies. He is particularly passionate about utilizing these advancements to address challenges in precision agriculture, where the ability to monitor crop growth with accuracy and efficiently, can not only revolutionize precision agricultural research but also farming practices.