Conrad Rizal, PhD
SMIEEE (USA) CEng (The IET, UK)
President and Chief Scientific Officer, Seed NanoTech International Inc., ON, Canada.
- Phone: +1 (905) 452-5200
- Email: conrad.rizal@seed-nanotech.com
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY & PROFILE
Over 100s research publications, including confernece digests and patent and over 100 invited talks in Europe, Asia, America, etc. Journal editor and reviewer of nanophotonics, magnetics, nanomaterial, and plasmonic research works.
Professional Summary
Here’s an expanded version of the professional summary:
Dr. Conrad Rizal, currently serving as the Director of Seed NanoTech International Incorporated, is a globally recognized authority in the field of nanotechnology. Under his visionary leadership, the company has made significant strides in the research, development, and commercialization of next-generation technologies in nanomagnets, nanomaterials, magneto-optics, nanophononics, and advanced sensor systems. His strategic direction has positioned Seed NanoTech International as a pioneer in sensor innovation, earning a reputation for producing cutting-edge, high-sensitivity detection devices with applications across various industries, including environmental monitoring, healthcare diagnostics, and industrial automation.
Dr. Rizal’s academic journey reflects a rare blend of technical expertise and intellectual excellence. He holds a Master of Science and a Doctor of Engineering from the prestigious Muroran Institute of Technology in Japan, along with a Doctor of Philosophy from the University of British Columbia in Canada. These advanced qualifications have equipped him with a robust foundation in engineering, physics, and material science, allowing him to bridge the gap between theoretical research and industrial application. His dedication to knowledge creation and dissemination is underscored by the numerous fellowships and awards he has received from distinguished organizations and institutions in Nepal, Japan, the United States, and Canada. These accolades recognize his groundbreaking contributions to science, education, and technological advancement.
With a career spanning multiple continents, Dr. Rizal has held senior academic and leadership roles at universities and private enterprises in Japan, the United States, Qatar, and Canada. His international experience has enriched his perspective, enabling him to drive cross-border collaborations and promote the global exchange of knowledge. His role as a mentor and thought leader has had a lasting impact on aspiring researchers, engineers, and entrepreneurs.
A prolific and widely cited scholar, Dr. Rizal has authored and co-authored nearly 75 peer-reviewed academic papers that are frequently referenced in the fields of nanotechnology, plasmonics, and materials science. Beyond research publications, he is the holder of multiple international patents, highlighting his ability to translate scientific discovery into practical, real-world applications. His extensive body of work also includes the authorship and editorial oversight of review articles, perspectives, and technical books that have shaped the direction of emerging research areas.
Dr. Rizal is actively engaged in scholarly publishing, serving as a guest editor for prominent international journals and as an associate editor for leading scientific magazines and the IEEE Access journal. His editorial contributions ensure that high-impact research reaches global audiences, further advancing the frontiers of science and technology. As a Chartered Electrical Engineer from the IET, United Kingdom, and a Senior Member of IEEE Incorporated, Dr. Rizal is part of an elite group of professionals who uphold the highest standards of engineering excellence and ethical practice. His contributions to the scientific community are widely respected and have influenced academic, commercial, and policy-oriented discussions related to nanotechnology, sensing technologies, and material innovation.
Dr. Rizal’s career is defined by a commitment to excellence, innovation, and the responsible development of future-ready technologies. His work continues to inspire the next generation of engineers, scientists, and industry leaders, ensuring that the transformative power of nanotechnology reaches its fullest potential for the benefit of society.
Professional Profile
An eminent scientist and researcher in Silicon nano-photonics, nano-electronics, magneto-optics, and related fields of applied science and engineering. Current research is centred on the creation of novel biocompatible nanostructures with enhanced magneto-optical properties and a new magneto-optical configuration that integrates intelligent nano-magnetics, magneto-optics, and nano-photonic nanostructures.
There are numerous academic, research, and applied science faculty fellowships and awards. These include 2008-2009: Recognized for volunteer efforts to enhance the undergraduate experience at the University of British Columbia; 2012: Awarded a Natural Sciences of Engineering and Research Council of Canada (NSERC) Industry R&D Fellowship by the Canadian government; 2013: Awarded the Gold medal by the chief and president of Nepal for contributions to innovative science on a national and international scale.
Dr. Rizal is a recipient of the Mitacs Elevate & NSERC Postdoctoral Fellowship including NSERC Industrial and many other merit-based fellowship in previous years. These fellowships are awarded solely based on extremely competitive proposals, as well as academic and extracurricular accomplishments.
He is an Editorial Board Member of Frontiers of Science, an Associate Editor of the Journal of Nanomedicine Research, an Advisory Board Member and a Reviewer for Electronics and Physics High Impact Journals, and an Associate Editor of IEEE Access since 2018. Editor/Associate Editor of numerous peer-reviewed journals. Journal of Nano Biomedicine, Journal of Applied Physics, IEEE Magnetics, Institute of Physics, IOP, American Applied Physics Society D, International Journal of Math and Science, Journal of Nano- and Electron Physics, Springer Optical Communications, MDPI magneto-chemistry, and MDPI Photonics.
The following are some of the examples of scholastic achievements by Dr. Rizal: Wrote ten research proposals, seven in Canada, two in Japan, and one in the United States, of which nine were funded by various government grants, fellowships, etc. He has published over 100 peer-reviewed papers, conference proceedings and digests in high-impact journals and delivered talks at national and international conferences, as well as institutions of higher education worldwide.
Dr. Conrad Rizal is a conference chair of the ICAPMOT conference series which is successfully held annually in Canada and abroad – a great international event to connect with scientists and business persons from around the globe. Between 2016 and 2018, Dr. Rizal also served as an invited visiting research scientist position extended by then Prof. Howard Lee (Current professor at the University of California, Irvine, California) at Baylor University, Waco, Texas, the United States and contributed significantly to the work of the team there on plasmonics and sensors.
KEYWORDS
Bionanomagnetism, Nanophotonics, Nanoelectronics, Nanoplasmonics, Magnetoplasmonics, Bionanophotonics, Bionanoplasmonics, Biophysics, Magnetic Anisotropy, Magnetoresistance, Pulsed-pcurrent Deposition, Ultra-high vacuum systems, Biosensors, Point-of-care Testing!
PROFESSIONAL JOURNEY
- 2019 – Present: Principal Research Scientist, Seed NanoTech International Inc, Ontario, Canada
- 2019 – 2023: MITACS Canada as a Global Link Advisor/Mentor, York University, Toronto, Canada
- 2016 – 2019: Research Scientist and Product Developer at GEM Systems Inc. (A Leader in Magnetometers), Markham, ON, Canada.
- 2016 – 2018: MITACS Elevate Research Fellow at York University, Toronto, Canada under joint research project and funding.
- 2012 – Present: Educator in colleges & universities across Canada and the USA. Have taught several undergraduate courses and run lab demonstrations in electrical, electronic, material science, and computer engineering.
- 2016 – 2016: Visiting Research Scientist, Department of Physics, Baylor University, Waco, Texas, USA. In this position, managed newly purchased rf-Sputtering device, designed computer-controlled experiments, carried out computer simulations using FDTD tool, performed engineering design of optical devices,
- 2014 – 2016: NSERC Postdoc Research Fellow in UC San Diego, La Jolla, CA, USA. Led four research projects on meta-materials, magnetic alloys and nanoparticles, magnetic multilayers on microstructure and data fitting.
- 2012 – 2014: Postdoc Research Fellow at the University of Victoria, Victoria, BC, Canada. Led three research projects on highly sensitive biosensors.
- 2006 – 2012: Led four research projects on magnetic and ultra-fast optical sensors, optical switches, and ultra-fast modulators,
- 2006 – 2010: As a Teaching Assistant at the University of British Columbia, Canada, I taught laboratory-based courses in electronic engineering materials and electronic circuits for over three years. Delivered lab tutorials, provided mentoring and academic tutoring, and offered additional support for at-risk students.