Conrad Rizal, PhD
SMIEEE (USA) CEng (The IET, UK)
Chief Executive Officer (CEO),
NexPico Inc., MA, USA
Chief Executive Officer & Principal Investigator (R&D),
Seed NanoTech International Inc., ON, Canada & Charleston, USA
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) & President,
Sustainable Capacity Building and Innovation Foundation (SCBIF), ON, Canada
- WhatsApp: +1 (905) 452-5200
- Email: conrad.rizal@seed-nanotech.com
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY & PROFILE
“Harnessing the infinitesimal to redefine the future: Nanotech, where innovation meets precision in next-generation sensor development.” – Conrad Rizal, PhD
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.
📚 Recent Literature
- Conrad Rizal and Sonik Malla. (2025) Optimized Magneto-optic Multilayer Structures for Enhanced Surface Plasmon Resonance Detection. American Journal of Physics, 138(7), In Production.
- Conrad Rizal. (2025) Advances in Magneto-Optics: Innovations in Materials, Techniques, and Applications. Magnetism (Under Review).
- Raju Sapkota, Sadna Isik, Hery Suyanto, Ni Nyoman Rupiasih, Nahara Ingles and Conrad Rizal. (2024) Sensor with Combined Plasmonic and Magnetic Activities. Biosensors and Bioelectronics: X, 100506.
- Conrad Rizal,Vladimir Belotelov, Daria Ignatyeva, Anatoly K. Zvezdin and Simone Pisana. (2019) Surface plasmon resonance (SPR) to magneto-optic SPR. Condensed Matter 4.2 : 5.
👨🔬 Professional Summary
A globally recognized scientist and entrepreneur specializing in next-generation nanotechnology. As Director of Seed NanoTech International Inc. (Canada) and CEO of NexPico Inc. (USA), he pioneers innovations in nanotechnology, quantum physics, and pico-scale systems.
A trailblazer in magneto-plasmonics, Dr. Rizal integrates magnetics, photonics, plasmonics, and dielectrics into unified platforms for ultra-sensitive sensor technologies. These innovations have wide-ranging applications in healthcare, environmental monitoring, and smart industry.
He holds advanced doctoral degrees from Japan and Canada, has authored 75+ peer-reviewed papers, and holds multiple international patents. As a Chartered Electrical Engineer and IEEE Senior Member, he bridges academic and industrial realms while mentoring future innovators.
Professional Profile
Dr. Conrad Rizal is an eminent scientist and researcher, widely recognized for his groundbreaking work in silicon nanophotonics, nanoelectronics, magneto-optics, and related fields. His current research focuses on the development of biocompatible nanostructures with enhanced magneto-optical properties, and on designing new configurations that integrate intelligent nanomagnetics, magneto-optics, and nanophotonic architectures.
🏅 Honours & Fellowships
- Gold Medal (2013) – Awarded by the President of Nepal for global contributions to science and innovation
- NSERC Industrial R&D Fellowship – Awarded by the Government of Canada (2012)
- Volunteer Award – University of British Columbia (2008–2009)
- Mitacs Elevate & NSERC Postdoctoral Fellowship – Prestigious fellowships awarded for academic and research excellence
📚 Editorial & Peer Review Roles
Dr. Rizal actively serves on several editorial and advisory boards and reviews for leading scientific journals:
- Associate Editor: IEEE Access, Journal of Nanomedicine Research
- Editorial Board Member: Frontiers of Science, Journal of Nano Biomedicine
- Reviewer: IEEE Magnetics, APS D, Electronics, IOP, Springer Optical Communications, MDPI Magnetochemistry, MDPI Photonics, and more
🧪 Research Achievements
- Authored 10+ competitive research proposals (9 funded) across Canada, Japan, and the USA
- Published 100+ peer-reviewed articles, conference papers, and technical digests
- Delivered 50+ invited talks at leading academic and industrial institutions worldwide
🌐 Global Contributions
Dr. Rizal is the Founder and Chair of the ICAPMOT Conference Series, an annual international platform connecting global scientists, academics, and business professionals in Canada and abroad. From 2016 to 2018, he served as a Visiting Research Scientist at Baylor University, Texas, collaborating with Prof. Howard Lee (now at University of California, Irvine) in cutting-edge research on plasmonics and sensor technology.
🚀 PROFESSIONAL JOURNEY
- 2024 – Present: CEO at NexPico Inc., North Andover, MA, USA. Leading a tech-driven startup focused on next-generation pico-scale sensors and nanodevice innovation for industrial and medical applications.
- 2019 – Present: Principal Research Scientist at Seed NanoTech International Inc., Ontario, Canada. Overseeing sensor development, nanomaterial innovation, and international collaboration projects.
- 2019 – 2023: Globalink Advisor/Mentor for MITACS Canada at York University, Toronto, Canada. Provided mentorship and research guidance to international scholars under the MITACS Globalink program.
- 2016 – 2019: Research Scientist and Product Developer at GEM Systems Inc., Markham, ON, Canada. Focused on development and field testing of high-sensitivity magnetometers for geophysical applications.
- 2016 – 2018: MITACS Elevate Research Fellow at York University, Toronto, Canada. Conducted joint research on magneto-optical materials and sensing technologies under industry-academic partnership.
- 2012 – Present: Educator in universities and colleges across Canada and the USA. Taught multiple undergraduate courses and laboratory sessions in electrical, materials, and computer engineering fields.
- 2016 – 2016: Visiting Research Scientist at Baylor University, Waco, Texas, USA. Managed advanced sputtering systems, performed optical simulations, and designed nanophotonic experiments and devices.
- 2014 – 2016: NSERC Postdoctoral Fellow at UC San Diego, La Jolla, CA, USA. Led multiple research projects on metamaterials, magnetic nanostructures, and multilayer sensor design and characterization.
- 2012 – 2014: Postdoctoral Fellow at University of Victoria, Victoria, BC, Canada. Directed biosensor research projects focusing on highly sensitive detection platforms for biomedical applications.
- 2006 – 2012: Doctoral Researcher leading four key projects on magneto-optical sensors, ultrafast photonic switches, and advanced nanoscale modulators in Japan and Canada.
- 2006 – 2010: Teaching Assistant at University of British Columbia, Canada. Delivered lab-based tutorials in electronics, supported academic development, and mentored students in circuit and material science labs