Kriti Ranjan Sahu | Experimental methods | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Kriti Ranjan Sahu | Experimental methods | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Kriti Ranjan Sahu is a distinguished physicist and academic leader, currently serving as the Head of the Department of Physics and Assistant Professor at Bhatter College, Dantan (Autonomous) in Paschim Medinipur, West Bengal, India. With a strong background in material science, applied physics, and experimental techniques, Dr. Sahu has made pioneering contributions across multiple fields of science including piezoelectric materials, superconductivity, and optical technologies.

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šŸ“˜ Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Sahu’s academic journey began in Tickrapara Ambikyamoye High School, culminating in his B.Sc in Physics from P.K. College, Contai under Vidyasagar University in 2002. He pursued his M.Sc in Physics from G.G.D. University, Bilaspur, securing a strong academic footing with 64.39% marks in 2004. He earned his PhD in 2016 from Jadavpur University, working under Prof. Dr. Udayan De (Retd. Senior Scientist at VECC, Kolkata) with a thesis focused on “Study of Some Piezoelectric and Other Oxides and of Their Polymeric Composites for Applications“.

šŸ§‘ā€šŸ« Professional Endeavors

Dr. Sahu began his teaching career as a Lecturer and HoD in Egra S.S.B. College in 2005, later transitioning to Bhatter College in 2019 as a full-time Assistant Professor and Department Head. With over 19 years of academic service, he is a veteran educator deeply committed to student-centric scientific inquiry and interdisciplinary learning.

šŸ§Ŗ Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Sahu has spearheaded numerous innovative research projects and groundbreaking discoveries. He developed a novel and safe technique for preparing orthorhombic PbNbā‚‚Oā‚† piezoelectric material in 2014, widely used in nuclear imaging sensors. In 2020, he reported a surprising ~8Ā°C enhancement in the superconducting transition temperature of Fe-based superconductors due to Arā¶āŗ ion beam irradiation. In 2022, he invented a new laser-based experimental method for measuring refractive indices in solid materials, suitable for undergraduate laboratories. He also discovered a new natural cellulosic fiber from Cyperus compactus (2023), and synthesized high-quality Naā‚‚Oā€“ZnOā€“TeOā‚‚ glasses for optical communication (2020ā€“2023).

šŸŒ Impact and Influence

Dr. Sahuā€™s work has gained national and international recognition. His cutting-edge research has been published in top-tier journals like Physica C, Carbohydrate Polymer Technologies, Glass Physics and Chemistry, and Journal of Physics and Chemistry of Solids. His findings in superconductivity and piezoelectric materials have laid foundational work for future advancements in sensor technology, nuclear applications, and sustainable electronics.

šŸ“š Academic Cites and Publications

Dr. Sahu has made extensive contributions to peer-reviewed literature with numerous publications across Q1 to Q4 journals. Notably, he reported a remarkable 50% increase in superconducting critical temperature (Tc) due to ion implantation, published in Physica C (2025). His work on the characterization of a new natural cellulosic fiber appeared in Carbohydrate Polymer Technologies (2023). He also introduced a laser-based refractive index measurement technique featured in The Physics Teacher (2022). Additionally, Dr. Sahu has co-authored several papers on glass materials, organic solar cells, and the effects of ion irradiation, showcasing his broad research expertise.

šŸ§  Research Skills

Dr. Sahu possesses a wide range of research skills encompassing material synthesis, including piezoelectrics, superconductors, EMI shielding composites, and glass materials. He is proficient in advanced characterization techniques such as XRD, UV-Vis spectroscopy, SEM, TEM, FTIR, DSC, DTA, TGA, impedance analysis, and vector network analysis (VNA). His expertise also extends to device fabrication, particularly in creating organic solar cells. Additionally, Dr. Sahu has conducted numerous irradiation experiments using gamma rays and ion beams at renowned facilities like UGC-DAE, IUAC, and SAMEER, reflecting his strong interdisciplinary research capabilities.

šŸ‘Øā€šŸ« Teaching Experience

Dr. Sahu has nearly two decades of teaching experience. He has been instrumental in integrating innovative lab experiments, interdisciplinary research modules, and undergraduate research projects into college curricula. His initiative, BASIS (Bengal Academic Society for Interactive Sciences), has helped UG/PG students showcase poster-based research across colleges.

šŸ† Awards and Honors

  • šŸ„‡ International Research Award (2020) by RULA and World Research Council for outstanding work on piezoelectric spectroscopy.

  • šŸ“œ Certificate of Publication from Thermochimica Acta for significant findings on Nbā‚‚Oā‚… phase in PbNbā‚‚Oā‚† formation.

  • šŸ§¾ Life Member of Indian Association of Physics Teachers (IAPT).

šŸ“ Editorial Roles and Peer Review

  • Associate Editor: Bhatter College Journal of Multidisciplinary Studies, since 2023.

  • Editorial Member: International Journal of Materials Science and Applications (USA).

  • Reviewer: International Journal of Energy Research, Material Science Research India.

šŸ”¬ Legacy and Future Contributions

Dr. Kriti Ranjan Sahu continues to inspire scientific curiosity through poster-based symposiums, interactive webinars, and hands-on experimental training under the umbrella of BASIS. His commitment to low-cost science education, research democratization, and young investigator mentorship ensures a lasting impact on the next generation of physicists and applied researchers. Looking ahead, Dr. Sahu aims to bridge research with industry, focusing on green technologies, high-Tc superconductors, and materials for next-gen optics and electronics.

Top Noted Publications

Superconducting Single Crystals Show About 50% Increase of the Superconducting Critical Temperature after Ar Ion Implantation

  • Authors: Sahu, K.R.; Wolf, T.; Mishra, A.K.; Chakraborty, K.R.; Banerjee, A.; Ganesan, V.; De, U.
    Journal: SSRN (Other)
    Year: 2025

Characterization of new natural cellulosic fibers from Cyperus compactus Retz. (Cyperaceae) Plant

  • Authors: Bhunia, A.K.; Mondal, D.; Sahu, K.R.; Mondal, A.K.
    Journal: Carbohydrate Polymer Technologies and Applications
    Year: 2023

Enhancement of Optical and Electrical Properties of PrĀ³āŗ Doped Naā‚‚Oā€“ZnOā€“TeOā‚‚ Glass Materials

  • Authors: Mirdda, J.N.; Mukhopadhyay, S.; Sahu, K.R.; Goswami, M.N.
    Journal: Glass Physics and Chemistry
    Year: 2023

Modification of Optical Bandgap and Formation of Carbonaceous Clusters Due to 1.75 MeV Nāµāŗ Ion Irradiation in PET Polymers and Search for Chemical Reaction Mechanisms

  • Authors: Prasad, S.G.; Lal, C.; Sahu, K.R.; De, U.
    Journal: Biointerface Research in Applied Chemistry
    Year: 2023

Ultrastructural and Spectroscopic Analysis of Lignin of Stone Cells in Mimusops elengi L. (Sapotaceae) Fruit Mesocarp

  • Authors: Khatun, M.; Sahu, K.R.; Mondal, A.K.
    Journal: Biointerface Research in Applied Chemistry
    Year: 2023

 

 

Houda Jebari | Materials Science | Member

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Mrs. Houda Jebari | Materials Science | Member

PHD at Mohammed V University of Rabat, Morocco

Houda Jebari is a Ph.D. student in Physics specializing in Condensed Matter and Modeling of Systems at the Laboratory of Condensed Matter and Interdisciplinary Sciences (LaMCSci) at Mohammed V University of Rabat, Morocco. Her research focuses on experimental studies and theoretical calculations using Density Functional Theory (DFT) and Monte Carlo simulation. She investigates the structural, electronic, transport, mechanical, optical, and magnetic properties of various materials and 2D-materials for applications in spintronics, photovoltaics, optoelectronics, batteries, magnetic fields, photocatalysis, and magnetocalorics, with a long-term interest in environmental applications of multiferroic materials and 2D-materials.

Professional Profiles:

Education and Diploma:

Ph.D. in Physics (Condensed Matter and Modeling of Systems) Master’s degree in Computational Physics Bachelor’s degree in Physics General University Studyā€™s degree in Physics (DEUG) High school degree in Mathematical Sciences A option

Professional Experiences:

Research internship at the LPCMIO Laboratory, Ecole Normal SupƩrieure Rabat Substitute professor of practical works at the Faculty of Sciences Rabat, Morocco

Scientific Communications:

Presented at various conferences including the LaMCScI Meeting and EURO-MEDITERRANEAN CONFERENCE ON MATERIALS AND RENEWABLE ENERGIES Oral and poster communications at international conferences Multiple articles submitted for publication in scientific journals

Skills

Computer Skills: Proficient in programming languages (C/C++/C#/FORTRAN), DFT codes (Akai-KKR, WIEN2K, QUANTUM ESPRESSO, CASTEP), operating systems (Windows, Linux), and other software such as 3DS Max and Unity. Soft Skills: Strong teamwork, motivation, flexibility, and time management. Experimental Skills: Experience in synthesis methods and characterization techniques including FT-IR spectroscopy, DSC, and dielectric measurement.

Research Focus:

Houda Jebari’s research focuses on theoretical investigations of various materials, particularly exploring their electronic, optical, and thermoelectric properties. She has contributed significantly to the study of halide perovskite compounds, such as AGeI2Br, for photovoltaic applications. Additionally, her work extends to the exploration of magnetocaloric properties in compounds like Bi25FeO40 and EuCrO3. Jebari’s research also encompasses the analysis of novel materials like MoS2 for hydrogen production and CsGeI2Br for optoelectronic applications. Through her studies, she aims to advance understanding and facilitate the practical applications of these materials in renewable energy and environmental technologies.

PublicationsĀ 

  1. The investigation of the electronic, optical, and thermoelectric properties of the Geā€based halide perovskite AGeI2Br (aĀ =Ā K, Rb, Cs) compound for a photovoltaicĀ ā€¦, cited by: 26, Publication date: 2022.
  2. Theoretical investigation of electronic, magnetic and magnetocaloric properties of Bi25FeO40Ā compound,Ā cited by: 12, Publication date: 2021.
  3. Structural, optical, dielectric, and magnetic properties of iron-sillenite Bi25FeO, cited by: 8, Publication date: 2022.
  4. First-principles calculations to investigate structural, electronic, optical, thermoelectric, magnetic, and magnetocaloric properties of the orthochromite EuCrO3, cited by: 4, Publication date: 2023.
  5. Tensile effect on photocatalytic and optoelectronic properties of MoS2 for hydrogen production: DFT study, cited by: 1, Publication date: 2024.
  6. Structural, Infrared and Raman Spectroscopy Reinvestigation, and Theoretical Optoelectronic Properties of Hydrazinium (1+) Hexafluorosilicate (N2H5) 2SiF6, Publication date: 2023.
  7. Insights into optoelectronic behaviors of novel double halide perovskites Cs2KInX6 (X= Br, Cl, I) for energy harvesting: First principal calculation, Publication date: 2024.
  8. First principal calculation of the physical proprieties of the ternary intermetallic compound Gd2Cu2Cd for magnetic refrigeration applications, Publication date: 2024.
  9. Analysis of the structural, electronic, optical and mechanical properties of CsGeI2Br under tensile and compressive strain for optoelectronic applications: A DFT computationalĀ ā€¦, Publication date: 2024.
  10. Photovoltaic and thermoelectric properties of Ag2MnGeS4_Kesterite: First-principal investigations, Publication date: 2023.

 

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