Assist Prof Dr.Upendra Kumar | Functional Materials | Best Researcher Award

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Assist Prof Dr.Upendra Kumar | Functional Materials | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr.Upendra Kumar , IIIT Allahabad, india

Assist Prof Dr.Upendra Kumar is distinguished academic and researcher in the field of renewable energy, holds a PhD in Bio systems Engineering from Kangwon National University, South Korea. His academic journey has been marked by a profound dedication to advancing solar energy technologies, specifically in solar thermal harvesting and its integration into agricultural and architectural applications.

 

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Research Interests šŸ”¬

Experimental Condensed Matter Physics Materials Science Energy Storage Devices (Dielectric Capacitor, Solid Oxide Fuel Cell, Supercapacitor, Solid State Battery, Solar Cell) Solid State Ionics, Electroceramics Optical Properties of Nano-Phosphor Materials Dilute Magnetic Semiconductor (DMS)

Educational Qualifications šŸ“š

Ph.D. (2019) Physics (Experimental Condensed Matter Physics, Material Science)

Department of Physics, Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi, India

Title of Thesis: Synthesis and Characterization of Undoped and Doped Layered Perovskite Oxides Sr2SnO4.

Advisor: Dr. (Mrs.) Shail Upadhyay

M.Sc. (2014), Physics (First Division)

Department of Physics, Institute of Science, BHU Varanasi, India

Project Title: Studies on TiF4, TiO2 Catalyzed Complex Hydride (NaAlH4) System.

Advisor: Dr. M. A. Shaz

B.Sc. (Hons.) (2012), Physics (First Division)

Department of Physics, Institute of Science, BHU Varanasi, India.

Intermediate (2009), (PCM) (First Division)

Uttar Pradesh Board, Allahabad

Experience šŸ‘Øā€šŸ«

  • Assistant Professor

Department of Applied Science, Indian Institute of Information Technology Allahabad Jhalwa, Prayagraj-211015, Uttar Pradesh, India Course Handling: Both UG and PG level.

  • Assistant Professor

Department of Physics, Banasthali Vidyapith, Banasthali-304022, Rajasthan

This profile outlines a robust background in both education and academia, reflecting a dedication to experimental condensed matter physics and materials science. The expertise extends to various applications, including energy storage devices and optical properties of nanomaterials.

Reviewer of Various Journals šŸ“

Reviewing for journals including: Materials Letters (Elsevier) Physica B: Condensed Matter (Elsevier)Ā  Chemical Physics Letters (Elsevier) Journal of Energy Storage (Elsevier) Applied Electronic Materials (ACS) Emergent Materials (Springer Nature) Indian Journal of Physics (Springer Nature) International Journal of Hydrogen Energy (Elsevier) Journal of Advances in Physics (Cire World) Materials Today Proceedings (Elsevier) Ā 

Workshop/School šŸŽ“

Intellectual Property Rights Awareness Programme at IIIT-Allahabad on 24 January 2022. One-day national webinar on NanoDCAL Software for Nanoelectronics materials & device simulation on 3 August 2022. One-week training program on “Advanced Training Program on Experimental and Simulation Techniques for Materials Science” from 21-27 June 2023.

Teaching and Learning šŸ‘Øā€šŸ«

Energy band-gap calculation of Si-semiconductor using Wien2k dft simulation software.

Calculation of Dielectric constant BaTiO3 perovskite material.

Workshop/School šŸ“„

Invited Talk and presentations on topics including L-C-R meter instrumentation, X-ray diffraction, layered perovskite oxide applications, and more.

Faculty Development Program šŸŒ

Participation in various programs, including IEEE-FDP-2022, Online FDP on CASEMA, and International Faculty Development Programs.

Awards & Fellowships šŸ†

CSIR Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) Qualified in Physical Sciences (2016).

Best Oral Presentation Award (First Position) in International Symposium Thermans-2016.

Best Paper Award (Second Position) in Institute Day held on 16-18 Feb 2018 at IIT (BHU) Varanasi.

Research Grants šŸ’¼

Secured research grants from DST-SERB, Government of India, and IIIT Allahabad SEED-Money Project.

This comprehensive overview showcases a rich professional journey, extensive expertise, and active participation in academic and research endeavors.

 

šŸ“ŠĀ Citation Metrics (Google Scholar):

Citations by: All ā€“ 1013, Since 2018 ā€“ 997

h-index: All ā€“ 20, Since 2018 ā€“ 20

i10 index: All ā€“ 30, Since 2018 ā€“ 30

šŸ“– PublicationsĀ  Top Note :

Gravimetric and volumetric capacitive performance of polyindole/carbon black/MoS2 hybrid electrode material for supercapacitor applicationsĀ  Ā  Ā  Ā Ā paper publication in

Structural, optical, and surface morphological studies of ethyl cellulose/graphene oxide nanocompositesĀ  Ā  Ā  paper publication in

Spectroscopic studies, molecular structure optimization and investigation of structural and electrical properties of novel and biodegradable Chitosan-GO polymer nanocompositesĀ  Ā  paper publication in

Irreversible magnetic behavior with temperature variation of Ni0. 5Co0. 5Fe2O4 nanoparticlesĀ  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā paper publication in

Investigation on phase formation of Sr2SnO4Ā and effect of La-doping on its structural and optical propertiess Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā paper publication in

Optical and electrical properties of biocompatible and novel (CSā€“GO) polymer nanocompositesĀ  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  paper publication in

Augmented gravimetric and volumetric capacitive performance of rare earth metal oxide (Eu2O3) incorporated polypyrrole for supercapacitor applicationsĀ  Ā  Ā  Ā  paper publication in

Oxygen vacancy induced electrical conduction and room temperature ferromagnetism in system BaSn1āˆ’ xNixO3 (0ā©½ xā©½ 0.20)Ā  Ā  paper publication in

Structural, microstructure, optical, and dielectric properties of Sr1. 99M0. 01SnO4 (M: La, Nd, Eu) Ruddlesdenā€“Popper oxideĀ  Ā  paper publication in

Structural and optical characterizations of BaSnO3 nanopowder synthesized by aqueous sol-gel methodĀ  Ā  paper publication in

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Prof. Luca Collini | Metamaterials | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Luca Collini | Metamaterials | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Luca Collini,University of Parma, Italy

Prof. Luca Collini is distinguished academic and researcher in the field of renewable energy, holds a PhD in Biosystems Engineering from Kangwon National University, South Korea. His academic journey has been marked by a profound dedication to advancing solar energy technologies, specifically in solar thermal harvesting and its integration into agricultural and architectural applications.

 

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Dr. Luca ColliniĀ 

šŸŽ“ Born in 1975, Dr. Luca Collini is an Associate Professor at the University of Parma, Italy, since 2014. He holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering (2000) and earned his Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering (2004), focusing on the micromechanical modeling of nodular cast iron.

šŸ”¬ Research Activity:

Dr. Collini’s expertise lies in the mechanical behavior of materials, emphasizing fatigue, fracture strength, micromechanics simulation, and nondestructive techniques using mechanical vibrations. He has authored approximately 150 papers, with 40 in international journals.

šŸ‘Øā€šŸ« Teaching Activity:

He currently teaches Industrial Design and Mechanics of Materials and Structural Integrity, showcasing dedication to educating future engineers.

šŸŒ International Collaboration:

As the coordinator of the Erasmus+ KA1 Exchange program with the Russian Federation, Dr. Collini fosters global academic connections.

šŸ“š Scientific Contributions:

He serves as an expert for the Italian Ministry of Education, reviewing international journals and being a member of the Editorial Board of Fracture and Structural Integrity.

šŸ† Awards:

Recognized for his contributions, Dr. Collini received the Best Paper Award in the Journal of Strain Analysis for Engineering Design in 2013 and the 2014 Best Paper Award in Case Studies in Non-destructive Testing and Evaluation.

šŸ“– Relevant Publications:

Dr. Collini has made impactful contributions to various fields, including additive manufacturing, shape memory alloy composites, nondestructive testing, and modal analysis.

This versatile researcher and educator significantly contribute to the advancement of materials science, leaving a lasting impact on academia and industry alike. šŸŒŸ

šŸ“ŠĀ Citation Metrics (Google Scholar):

Citations by: All ā€“ 1442, Since 2018 ā€“ 782

h-index: All ā€“ 19, Since 2018 ā€“ 14

i10 index: All ā€“ 35, Since 2018 ā€“ 24

šŸ“– PublicationsĀ  Top Note :

Microstructure and mechanical properties of pearlitic gray cast ironĀ  paper publication in

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Estimation of tensile force in tie-rods using a frequency-based identification methodĀ  Ā  Ā paper publication in

Analysis of crack propagation resistance of Alā€“Al2O3 particulate-reinforced composite friction stir welded butt jointsĀ  Ā paper publication in

Copper Alloys: Early Applications and Current Performance-Enhancing Processes Ā  Ā paper publication in

Influence of casting defects on fatigue crack initiation and fatigue limit of ductile cast ironsĀ  Ā  paper publication in

Fatigue crack growth resistance of ECAPed ultrafine-grained copper Ā  paper publication in

A methodology for the fatigue design of notched castings in gray cast ironĀ  Ā  paper publication in

Determination of the relationship between microstructure and constitutive behaviour of nodular cast iron with a unit cell model Ā paper publication in

Oscillations control of rocking-block-type buildings by the addition of a tuned pendulum Ā  Ā  paper publication in