Gayatri Ghosh | Neutrino Physics | Member

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Prof. Gayatri Ghosh | Neutrino Physics | Member

PHD at Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, India

Dr. Gayatri Ghosh, an accomplished physicist, holds a PhD and multiple qualifications including GATE, SLET, and UGC NET. Specializing in high-energy physics, her research focuses on Neutrino Physics, Supersymmetry, and Beyond Standard Model Physics. With teaching experience at prestigious institutions like PDUAM and Barak Valley Engineering College, she has also served as a visiting researcher at Indian Institute of Science and Indian Institute of Technology. Dr. Ghosh’s academic excellence is evident through her numerous awards, including top positions in both B.Sc and M.Sc Physics, highlighting her dedication to advancing scientific knowledge.

Professional Profiles:

Teaching and Research Experience

Assistant Professor, Department of Physics, PDUAM, Eraligool (from 02/03/2020 to present) Assistant Professor (Contractual), Department of Physics, Barak Valley Engineering College, Karimganj (from 01/04/2017 to 01/03/2020) Guest Faculty, Department of Physics, Assam University, Silchar (from 01/03/2015 to 30/04/2015) Guest Faculty, Department of Physics, Gurucharan College, Silchar (from 14/07/2016 to 05/10/2016) Junior and Senior High Energy Physics Research Fellow (RFSMS), UGC BSR Fellowship, Gauhati University, Guwahati (from 15/03/2012 to 12/03/2017) Visiting PhD Student, Centre of High Energy Physics, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore (April 2014 to May 2014) Visiting PhD Student, Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati (March 2016 to April 2016)

Area of Interest

Neutrino Physics, Supersymmetry, Beyond Standard Model Physics, Flavor & Higgs Physics

Awards and Honours

First Class First Position in Merit List in B.Sc Honours in Physics by Assam University, Silchar, 2008. First Class Second Position in Merit List in M.Sc Physics by Gauhati University, Gauhati, 2011. Merit Prize awarded for securing First Class Second position in M.Sc Physics by Physical Society GU in 2011. Awarded Bisharath in Kathak Dance by Lucknow University in 2008. Received second prize in inter-state Kathak Dance Competition in 2006. Selected as Assistant Professor in the department of Physics by the governing body and interview committee of PDUAM Eraligool in advertisement number DHE/PDUAM/ERA/53/2017/pt/14.

Research Focus:

Dr. Gayatri Ghosh’s research spans various aspects of theoretical particle physics, focusing primarily on neutrino physics, flavor symmetries, and extensions beyond the Standard Model. Her work delves into topics such as Majorana neutrinos, leptonic decay processes, and the implications of broken symmetries on phenomena like neutrino oscillations and flavor violation. With a particular interest in A4 flavor symmetry, her investigations contribute to understanding fundamental properties of particles and their interactions. Ghosh’s studies offer insights into phenomena such as the gμ-2 discrepancy, proton stability, and the potential role of neutralino cold dark matter in flipped SU(5)×U(1)χ models derived from F theory.

Publications

  1. Non-zero θ13 and δCP phase with A4 flavor symmetry and deviations to tri-bi-maximal mixing via Z2 × Z2 invariant perturbations in the neutrino sector, Publication: 2022.
  2. FCNCs, Proton Stability, $ g_{\mu}-2$ Discrepancy, Neutralino cold Dark Matter in Flipped $SU(5) \times U(1)_{\chi}$ from $F$ Theory based on $ A_{4} $ Symmetry, Publication: 2023.
  3. Majorana Neutrinos and Clockworked Yukawa Couplings contribution to non-observation of the rare leptonic decay li→ljγ, Clockwork Photon and Clockwork Graviton, Publication: 2022.
  4. Significance of broken μ−τ Symmetry in correlating δCP, θ13, Lightest neutrino Mass and neutrinoless double beta decay 0νββ, Publication: 2021.
  5. Effects of Leptonic Nonunitarity on Lepton Flavor Violation, Neutrino Oscillation, Leptogenesis, and Lightest Neutrino Mass, Publication: 2018.
  6. Effects of Leptonic Nonunitarity on Lepton Flavor Violation, Neutrino Oscillation, Leptogenesis, and Lightest Neutrino Mass, Publication: 2018.
  7. Octant Degeneracy and Quadrant of Leptonic CPV Phase at Long Baseline Experiments and Baryogenesis, Publication: 2018.
  8. Resolving Entanglement of CPV Phase with Octant of � 23 θ 23 ​ , and Leptogenesis, Publication: 2016.
  9. Charged Lepton Flavor Violation μ→eγ in μ−τ Symmetric SUSY SO(10) mSUGRA, NUHM, NUGM, and NUSM theories and LHC, Publication: 2015.
  10. Neutrino masses and mixings using updated values of running quark and lepton masses, Publication: 2014.

 

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Fraz Saeed Butt | MOF Material Synthesis

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Mr. Fraz Saeed Butt: Leading Researcher in MOF Material Synthesis

PhD at The University of Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Congratulations, Mr. Fraz Saeed Butt, on winning the esteemed Best Researcher Award from ScienceFather! 🏆 Your dedication, innovative research, and scholarly contributions have truly made a significant impact in your field. Your commitment to advancing knowledge and pushing the boundaries of research is commendable. Here’s to your continued success in shaping the future of academia and making invaluable contributions to your field. Well done! 🌟

👨‍🏫 Mr. Fraz Saeed Butt, an 11/11/2018–Present PhD Researcher at Institute of Materials and Processes, Kings Building, The University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK. stands as a distinguished academic and researcher in the domain of Particle Experiments. Holding a PhD in MOF Material Synthesis and utilization in Environmental Remediation Applications, such as Carbon Capture, Methanation and Waste Dye Removal from The University of Edinburgh, their professional journey exemplifies dedication and expertise. 📚. 🌐👨‍🎓

Professional Profiles:

Google Scholar Profile

ResearchGate Profile

Areas of Specialization

MOF Material Synthesis and utilization in Environmental Remediation Applications, such as Carbon Capture, Methanation and Waste Dye Removal

Professional Experience

Mr. Fraz Saeed Butt is a dedicated PhD researcher (End Date–12/2023) at the Institute of Materials and Processes, Kings Building, The University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK. His responsibilities include conducting research, laboratory maintenance, and ensuring health and safety. Additionally, he serves as a tutor, demonstrator, and marker, contributing to courses such as Separation Processes 2, Process Safety, and Environmental Issues in Chemical Engineering.

Academics

Doctorate of Philosophy (End Date–12/2023) Title Nanostructured Metal-Organic Frameworks with Exceptional Thermal and Hydrothermal Stability: Synthesis, Characterisation and Applications in Environmental Remediation. Organisation Institute of Materials and Processes, School of Engineering, Kings Building, The University of Edinburgh (UoE), Edinburgh, UK.

Technical Proficiency

Doctorate of Philosophy (End Date–12/2023) Equipment Fourier-Transform Infrared (FTIR), X-Ray Diffraction (XRD), X-Ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS), Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), Gas Adsorption-Desorption Isotherm Analyser, Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA), Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC), Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM), UV-Vis Spectrometer, Solvent Contact Angle (CA) Analyser, Bright-Field (BF) Microscopy, Water Contact Angle (WCA), Total Organic Carbon (TOC) and UltraSonication Bath. Softwares Oil Content Analyser (Ossila), Avogadro, Adsorption-Desorption Isotherm Analyser (ASiQwin), UV-Vis Spectrometer (Ossila), ImageJ.

Training and Certifications

08/2020–01/2021 AFHEA Associate Fellowship (for Teaching and Learning Support in Higher Education) (Kings Buildings, UoE, Edinburgh, UK). 03/07/2019 Basic Course in Radiation Protection in Research and Teaching with Application Module B – X-ray Analysis (Health and Safety Department, Radiation Protection Unit, Kings Buildings, UoE, Edinburgh, UK)

Awards and Achievements

27/05/2022 Nominated for the Teaching Award in the Category of Student Tutor of the Year (Kings Buildings, UoE, Edinburgh, UK). 01/11/2018 – 30/10/2022 PhD Scholarship Top-up awarded by the School of Engineering, Kings Buildings, University of Edinburgh, UK.

Peer Reviewer & Academic Engagements

  • Citations: 64 (All), 64 (Since 2018)
  • h-index: 5 (All), 5 (Since 2018)
  • i10-index: 2 (All), 2 (Since 2018)

Publications (TOP NOTED)

Published in 2023 – ACS Applied Materials and Interfaces (IF: 10.38): Title: Highly-Controlled Soft-Templating Synthesis of Hollow ZIF-8 Nanospheres for Selective CO2 Separation and Storage. DOI: 10.1021/acsami.3c06502

Published in 2023 – Materials Today Chemistry (IF: 7.61): Title: ZIF-8 with Exceptional Thermal Stability: Role of Organic Cosolvents in Phase Control and Structure Stabilization. DOI: 10.1016/j.mtchem.2023.101804

Published in 2023 – Materials Today Advances (IF: 10): Title: Superhydrophobic ZIF-67 with Exceptional Hydrostability. DOI: 10.1016/j.mtadv.2023.100448

Published in 2023 – Results in Engineering (IF: 4.06): Title: Crystallization and Phase Selection of Zeolitic Imidazolate Frameworks in Aqueous Cosolvent Systems: The Role and Impacts of Organic Solvents. DOI: 10.1016/j.rineng.2022.100751

Published in 2022 – Membranes (IF: 4.562): Title: A Review on Lithium Harvesting From Most Abundant Primary and Secondary Sources: A Comparative Study on Conventional and Membrane Technologies. DOI: 10.3390/membranes12040373 Accepted in 2023 –

Chemical Engineering Journal Advances (IF: 6.15): Title: Zeolitic Imidazolate Framework-8 Nanosheet Assemblies for High-Efficiency Small Molecule Adsorption.

Published in 2022 – ACS Applied Nano Materials (IF: 6.14): Title: Growth of Nanostructured Antibacterial Zeolitic Imidazolate Framework Coatings on Porous Surfaces. DOI: 10.1021/acsanm.2c03278

Published in 2022 – Molecular Catalysis (IF: 5.09): Title: Efficient Production of Linear Alkylbenzene by Liquid Alkylation Between Benzene and 1-Dodecene over MWW Zeolites. DOI: 10.1016/j.mcat.2022.112642

Published in 2022 – Membranes (IF: 4.562): Title: The Growth of Metal–Organic Frameworks in the Presence of Graphene Oxide: A Mini Review. DOI: 10.3390/membranes12050501

Published in 2021 – Nanoscale (IF: 8.307): Title: Facile Fabrication of Zeolitic Imidazolate Framework Hollow Fibre Membranes Via a Novel Scalable Continuous Fluid Circulation Process. DOI: 10.1039/D1NR03112K

Published in 2021 – Chemical Engineering Journal (IF: 16.74): Title: Ultra-Permeable Zeolitic Imidazolate Frameworks-Intercalated Graphene Oxide Membranes for Unprecedented Ultrafast Molecular Separation. DOI: 10.1016/j.cej.2021.129507 Submitted in 2023 – Angewandte Chemie (IF: 16.60): Title: Interfacial Synthesis of New Water-Resistant Self-Scrolling Metal-Organic Monoacid Framework Sheets.

 

 

Neutrino Experiments

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Introduction to Neutrino Experiments:

Neutrino experiments are at the forefront of particle physics and astrophysics, seeking to unravel the mysteries of these elusive subatomic particles. Neutrinos are nearly massless, electrically neutral, and interact very weakly with matter, making their detection and study a challenging endeavor. Nevertheless, neutrino experiments play a crucial role in advancing our understanding of fundamental particle physics, the inner workings of stars, and the evolution of the universe.

Solar Neutrino Experiments:

Explore experiments designed to detect neutrinos produced in the core of the Sun, providing insights into solar fusion processes and the properties of neutrinos, as exemplified by the Homestake and Super-Kamiokande experiments.

Atmospheric Neutrino Experiments:

Investigate experiments that study neutrinos originating from cosmic ray interactions in the Earth's atmosphere, offering valuable information about neutrino oscillations and their properties, as demonstrated by the IceCube experiment.

Reactor Neutrino Experiments:

Delve into experiments that use nuclear reactors as neutrino sources, such as the KamLAND experiment, to study reactor antineutrinos, probe neutrino oscillations, and investigate neutrino mass hierarchies.

Accelerator Neutrino Experiments:

Focus on experiments that utilize particle accelerators to generate intense neutrino beams, including the MINOS and T2K experiments, which explore neutrino oscillations, CP violation, and sterile neutrinos.

Neutrinoless Double Beta Decay Searches:

Examine experiments designed to search for neutrinoless double beta decay, a rare hypothetical process that, if observed, would have profound implications for neutrino properties and the violation of lepton number conservation.

 

 

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