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Openings

We have opening for International/SG/PR citizen interested in pursuing a PhD in our group. Intake will be in Jan 2027. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply at the email address below with their cover letter, CV, names of three references and subject as "PhD applicant".

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Post-doctoral positions in Electron Microscopy beginning Jan 2027 are now open. Interested candidates can send in their cover letter, CV, names of three references at the email address below with subject as "Post-doc applicant".

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Principal Investigator

Prof. Prashant Kumar

Loves all things microscopy related. In his spare time, he keeps himself entertained with yoga, weightlifting, boxing, and badminton.

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Post-Doctoral Researcher

Dr. Yazi Wang

"I hit the ground running"—literally! Whether it’s a refreshing jog, a scenic hike, or an adventurous trail run, he loves staying active and soaking in the outdoors. 

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Post-Doctoral Researcher

Dr. Hemavathi Krishnan

I love connecting science into real-world impact. I believe in the power of positive thoughts, and art and colouring are my little escapes to stay calm.

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Post-Doctoral Researcher

Dr. Lijin Wang

I love being under open sky with no ceilings. When I’m not in the lab, you’ll find me running, swimming, or out for a quiet walk.

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PhD Candidate

Shangcheng Yan

When he's not in the lab, you can find him binge-watching movies and animations, or smashing it on the tennis and badminton courts.

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PhD Candidate 

Rajashree Patra

I love practising yoga and have recently developed a newfound interest in swimming. I also enjoy singing and have a fascination with exploring and learning different musical instruments.

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PhD Candidate 

Zhijian Jiang

I enjoy the great outdoors and have a passion for hiking and cycling. I’m also trying to pick up my rusty badminton skills and explore some new sports !

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PhD Candidate

Yanyan You

I am a mediocre keyboardist who loves classical music but plays pop with the band, and a beginner photographer still finding my way behind the lens.

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PhD Candidate

Nimish Sharma

You can usually find me potting balls at the snooker table, on the football fields, or trying to plan some weekend getaway hikes. Staying active outside lab helps me keep my research creative!

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Visiting PhD Candidate (Tsinghua)

Zixin Xiao

I enjoy travelling and exploring beautiful places that help me recharge. I'm also always looking for interesting movies.

 

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Masters

Gopalan Suresh

Primarily listening to carnatic music, knowing things about indian culture and sanskrit, temple person. Binges YouTube and a ManUtd fan.

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Starting Jan 2026

Could be you !

Apply at kumarlab.ntuapplicant@gmail.com

Alumni

Undergraduate (FYP)
Chua Li Yang
2025
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Selicia Tan
2025
Global Foundries
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2025
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Undergraduate (FYP)
Xavier Goh
2026
Undergraduate (FYP)
Gerald Lim Yi Heng
2026
Undergraduate (FYP)
Liya Yeo
2026
PhD at NTU MSE
Undergraduate (FYP)
Alfonz Yeo
2026
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