Scientific Officer at Raja Ramanna Centre for Advanced Technology | India
A Distinguished Scientific Officer in Applied Physics and Synchrotron Radiation
Sanjiv R. Kane is an experienced Scientific Officer with over 25 years of expertise in applied physics, particularly in synchrotron radiation and advanced instrumentation. He is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Applied Physics at the Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda (2023–Present), focusing on advancing the fields of control systems, data acquisition software, and beamline technology. His proven experience spans across several prominent research facilities, including the Indus Synchrotron Facility and CERN, where he has contributed immensely to both research and technology development.
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📚 Early Academic Pursuits
Sanjiv started his academic journey by earning a Bachelor of Science in Physics with minors in Mathematics and Statistics from the University of Poona (1984–1987). He further pursued his Master of Science in Applied Physics at the University of Poona (1987–1989), where he laid the foundation for his extensive career in applied physics and instrumentation design.
💼 Professional Endeavors
Since June 1999, Sanjiv has served as a Scientific Officer at the Indus Synchrotron Facility, Raja Ramanna Centre for Advanced Technology, Indore, India, where he has worked on numerous high-profile projects. His notable contributions include the development of VME-based control systems, PLC safety interlocks, and the automation of beamline operations. His efforts in designing and deploying data acquisition systems using National Instruments LabVIEW® have been crucial in advancing the synchrotron facility’s capabilities. Additionally, he has been instrumental in designing FPGA-based DAQ systems and PXI system deployments for beamline control.
🔬 Contributions and Research Focus
Sanjiv’s research is centered on synchrotron radiation, particularly in the design and development of control systems for X-ray beamlines and instrumentation. His work on extended X-ray absorption fine structure (EXAFS), soft X-ray reflectivity, and nonlinear behavior of piezoceramic actuators has gained significant attention in the field. He has co-authored several important publications, contributing to the advancement of both material characterization and synchrotron beamline technology.
🌍 Impact and Influence
Sanjiv’s contributions have made a significant impact on synchrotron radiation research, particularly in beamline automation and data acquisition systems. His international collaborations at CERN and Indus Synchrotron Facility have helped improve the performance of synchrotron radiation facilities, making them more efficient and accessible to researchers worldwide. His papers and conference presentations continue to influence the direction of research in synchrotron instrumentation and applied physics.
📚 Academic Cites
Sanjiv’s work has been widely cited in notable academic journals and has been presented at prestigious international conferences. His publications in journals such as Nuclear Instruments and Methods in Physics Research, Rev. Sci. Instrum., and Mechanics of Advanced Materials and Structures have contributed significantly to the development of synchrotron radiation technologies. Notable works include:
- “Extended X-ray Absorption Fine Structure (EXAFS) measurement of Cu metal foil using thermal wave detector: A comparative study.”
- “A versatile beamline for soft x-ray reflectivity, absorption, and fluorescence measurements at Indus-2 synchrotron source.”
- “Electric field-induced nonlinear behavior of lead zirconate titanate piezoceramic actuators in bending mode.”
🔧 Research Skills
Sanjiv’s technical expertise spans several areas including:
- Instrumentation & Control: VME systems, PLC programming (Siemens Step 7), microcontroller-based systems (ARM, 8051).
- Programming Languages: Proficient in LabVIEW®, C/C++, Python, Visual Basic, and VEEPRO.
- Design & Simulation: Expertise in Altium Designer, Protel, ISE (FPGA design), NI Multisim, and Electronic Workbench.
- Data Acquisition & Analysis: In-depth experience in developing FPGA-based DAQ systems, PXI systems, and database management using Microsoft Access.
👨🏫 Teaching Experience
Sanjiv has extensive experience in training and mentoring junior researchers and scientists in the areas of control systems and instrumentation for synchrotron radiation. His involvement in numerous workshops, symposia, and conferences allows him to share his expertise with others in the field.
🌱 Legacy and Future Contributions
Sanjiv’s legacy lies in his contributions to synchrotron radiation research, particularly in improving beamline automation and X-ray measurement systems. As he continues his Ph.D. journey, his future contributions will likely focus on advanced control systems and enhancements to synchrotron facilities. His ongoing work promises to make lasting improvements in the development of synchrotron instrumentation that will support the scientific community in material science, biotechnology, and physics research.
Publications Top Notes
Characterizing Pyroelectric Detectors for Quantitative Synchrotron Radiation Measurements
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Authors: SR Kane, RW Whatmore, MN Singh, S Satapathy, PK Jha, PK Mehta
Journal: Sensors and Actuators A: Physical
Year: 2025
Development of Piezo-actuated X-ray Deformable Mirror for Vertical Focusing of Synchrotron Radiation at Indus-2
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Authors: HSK Jha, AK Biswas, MK Swami, A Sagdeo, C Mukherjee, SR Kane, …
Journal: Nuclear Instruments and Methods in Physics Research Section A: Accelerators
Year: 2024
Green Protocol For Synthesis of Cu2O@g‐C3N4 Photocatalysts For 1, 4 Radical Oxidative Addition of Trans Crotonaldehyde Under Visible Light Condition
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Authors: BA Maru, VJ Rao, S Kane, UK Goutam, CK Modi
Journal: ChemPhotoChem
Year: 2024
Development and Initial Results of X-ray Magnetic Circular Dichroism Beamline at Indus-2 Synchrotron Source
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Authors: B Kiran, SR Garg, CK Garg, S Lal, SK Nath, R Jangir, SR Kane, …
Journal: Proceedings of the Theme Meeting on Spectroscopy Using Indus Synchrotron
Year: 2023
Facile Single-pot Synthesis of Fe-doped Nitrogen-rich Graphitic Carbon Nitride (Fe2O3/g-C3N4) Bifunctional Photocatalysts Derived from Urea for White LED-mediated Aldol Condensation Reaction
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Authors: BA Maru, R Joshi, VJ Rao, SR Kane, CK Modi
Journal: Inorganic Chemistry Communications
Year: 2025