After an outstanding 10-year career in the aerospace turbine industry. Dr. Packirisamy turned his attention to microsystems and nanobiotechnology. He has established a world class laboratory in this field and is recognized in the community as a pioneer in BioNanotechnology, one of the most important emerging fields of the 21st century. His work in energy harvesting from algae, and micro photosynthetic power cells rank amongst the most cited and downloaded research ever. The traditional measures of his research excellence are very strong and he has also been successful in the commercialization of his research through both patents and valuation increases of his startup companies. He has been honoured previously through Fellowships with the RSC's College of New Scholars, ASME and CSME and the Indian Institute of Engineers.