About

Hi! I’m Sheeraz, PhD student at Purdue University in Industrial Engineering. I am working under the supervision of Prof. Yu She at MARS Lab. Prior to this, I did my M.Phil from Hong Kong University of Science and Technology’s (HKUST)Cheng Kar-Shun Robotics Institue. My master thesis concentration was robotics, and I have been extensively trained in topics like Robot manipulation, Robot perception & learning, etc. Before joining HKUST, I did my undergrad in mechanical engineering from Aligarh Muslim University, India.

My work and research

I use engineering and mathematical tools to develop Soft, Origami, and Bio-inspired robots. My research is interdisciplinary and intersects different fields such as Robotics, Biomechanics, and Materials & Manufacturing. In today’s world, robots are more integrated with humans than ever before, especially with the introduction of personal and rehabilitation robots, etc. To make this engagement innocuous and safe to work along, the development of soft robotic technologies is imperative. Working in this link, I have a great interest in Soft robotics and aim to pursue this in my future research. This website serves as a medium to communicate my work with others; if you want to discuss any related topic, feel free to contact me.