Ph. D. in Physics is a doctoral program offered by the School of Physical Sciences, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Coimbatore campuse.
The Ph.D. program in Physics trains students who want to push forward the boundaries of knowledge about the universe to become leaders in discovery. Our students build a strong foundation of technical expertise through coursework and strengthen their critical thinking by conducting original research with one of our research teams. These teams specialize in theoretical, computational, and experimental approaches to a wide range of topics such as Charge transfer kinetics in Solid State Polymer Electrolytes, Design and development of Electrode Materials, Nanophosphors, Nano materials, Conducting polymers, Material Informatics, Biophysics and Machine learning approach for various quantum mechanical problems.
Welcome to the Department of Physics at Amrita School of Physical Sciences, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, where the pursuit of excellence meets the art of scientific exploration. The department stands as a beacon of innovation, seamlessly blending a commitment to values with cutting-edge research, creating an environment that beckons the brightest minds to embark on transformative journeys.
In the realm of research, the department is a vibrant intellectual hub where the realms of theoretical and applied physics converge in harmonious synergy. Dynamic and diverse, our dedicated researchers delve into an expansive array of topics, from the intricacies of theoretical physics to the forefront of materials science. Explore the realm of nanomaterials, laser materials processing, biomaterials, optics, and more, as we collectively push the boundaries of knowledge and redefine the future.
What sets the department apart is the unwavering commitment to fostering an atmosphere of collaborative innovation. Here, interdisciplinary collaboration flourishes, creating a fertile ground for groundbreaking discoveries. As a researcher in the department, the scholar is at the forefront of cutting-edge projects—whether unraveling the mysteries of theoretical nuclear physics or engineering sustainable materials for future energy solutions.
The Department of Physics invites passionate students to be part of a vibrant academic community, where each day is an opportunity to contribute to the expanding landscape of knowledge. Embrace the extraordinary—welcome to a place where research not only transforms the future but also shapes the innovators for societal benefits.
The School of Physical Sciences, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Kochi campus offers a full-time Ph.D. program in Physics. The school aims to impart holistic learning to talented and enthusiastic young minds to do research through state-of-the-art research facilities.
The mission of the School of Physical Sciences is to make the students conduct original and novel research in experimental and theoretical physics. The research initiatives in the school are towards transformative discoveries and innovations in the fields of plasma physics, material science, and theoretical atomic and molecular physics. To achieve this mission, we provide a rigorous and interdisciplinary approach to a doctoral program, providing students with the knowledge, skills, and experiences necessary to tackle complex scientific challenges and problems.
The vision and mission of the School of Physical Sciences align with the overall theme of Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, which is to provide education that is rooted in values and aimed at holistic development. Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham believes that education should go beyond academics and focus on the individual’s overall development.
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham has not appointed any Agent or Third-Party Client for securing admission in any programme. Students are hereby requested to contact only the toll-free number on our website for any admission related queries.
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Interview/Selection Process:
M.Sc. in physics
Candidates must hold a master’s degree in related discipline from a recognized university or institution.
Earth
Nuclear Astrophysics
materials and device physics (theory and experimental)
Astrophysics
Modeling and simulation of complex physical systems
Condensed Matter Physics
Chemical Physics
Biophysics
Engineering Physics
Computational Physics
Charge Separation Kinetics and Photovoltaic Performance Studies in Bulk Hetero Junction Organic Solar Cells.
Dynamics of Charge Transport in Solid Polymer Electrolytes
Nanophosphors, Nano Materials, Conducting Polymers.
Condensed matter physics and Biophysics, Quantum Physics
Theoretical Nuclear Physics
Nuclear Astrophysics
High Energy Nuclear & Particle Physics
Quark-Gluon Plasma
Dissipative Relativistic Hydrodynamics
Relativistic Heavy Ion Collisions
Neutron Stars
Quantum Theory
Quantum Technologies with Ultracold Atoms in Optical Lattices
AI-Enhanced Design of Photonic Crystal Fibers for Supercontinuum Generation
Synthesis and Characterization of Nanomaterials
Thin Film Solar Cells and Dye Sensitized Solar Cells Applications
Super Capacitor Applications
Metal oxides for energy harvesting applications
High-temperature wear and corrosion-resistant nanocomposite coatings
Nanomaterials Synthesis
Functional materials
Ceramics processing
Microstructural analysis
Electrochromic materials
Conducting polymer composites
Polymer blends
Biodegradable polymers
Carbon nanostructures
Metal chalcogenides
Laser Materials Processing
Ultrafast Laser Material Interaction
Synthesis and Characterization of Nanostructures
Applied optics
Eye Optics
Biomedical and Optical Instrumentation
Soft matter Physics
Biomaterials synthesis
Bioenergy
Biosensors
Magnetic Materials
Photo catalysis
Sustainable Multifunctional Materials
Semiconductor Physics
P-type Semiconductors
Luminescence materials
Redox Flow Batteries (aqueous and organic electrolytes)
Li-ion Battery
Beyond Li-ion Battery (Zn, Na, etc)
Supercapacitors
Hybrid supercapacitors
Electrochemical Energy Storage Devices
Hydrovoltaic
Solar cell
Photo Detectors
Ceramics
Bio-Materials
Materials for Energy applications
Nanomaterials synthesis and Characterizations
Advanced Functional Materials for Energy and Environmental Applications
Non-Thermal Plasma for Agriculture and Medical Applications
Photoionization/ Scattering from atoms and ions, electronic structure properties of confined atomic systems.
| Title of the Project | Funding Agency |
| Development of chemically modified carbon-based interfacial solar evaporator. | CSR-UGC |
| Collabrative Research Scheme (CRS) Project of UGC – ADE CSR Entitile | CSR-UGC |
| New Generation High Voltage “Micro-Supercapattery” Proto-Type for Various Wearable/Portable Power Backup Applications | CSR-UGC |
| Development of photoferroic materials for efficient solar energy harvesting | UGC DAE-Consortium For scientific research |
| Sustainable power generation by hydrovoltaic technology using solar evaporation;understanding the mechanism | SERB |
| Development of Indigenous Remote embedded Operating platform for Tele-diagnosis of Ophthalmological Disorders | MSME .Govt of India |
| An indepth study oriented towards rejuvenation of surviving purna katha akshyana Traditions of kerala – pathakam and chakayar kuthu | AICT |
| Development of electrospun Nano fibrous surface coated biodegradable smart implants for orthopedic application. | ICMR |
| Frankincense based mask for Lung Immunity: – Development of a Prototype | ICMR |
| Development of chemically modified carbon based interfacial solar evaporator | DST/TMD/CERI |
| Construction of a basic flash sintering set -up and study of its application to the fabrication of dense oxides abnd carbides | SERB |
| Name of the Research Lab | Major Facilities / Equipment Details | |
| Material Processing Laboratory | Tubular furnace | 3 Zone Tubular furnace, Temperature 900 ºC |
| Spray coating unit | ||
| Muffle furnace | Maximum temperature 700 ºC | |
| Hot air oven | Maximum temperature 250 ºC | |
| Ceramic Research Laboratory | Customized furnace | Maximum temperature 800 ºC |
| DC power supply | Maximum voltage1500 V and current 1A | |
| Hydraulic press | Maximum pressure 10 TON | |
| Nanomaterial Laboratory | PL spectrophotometer | Shimadzu RF -6000 |
| Electrochemical workstation | Wonatech SP1 Zive | |
| Keithley I-V instrument | Keithley source meter | |
| Thin film coating unit | ||
| Spin coating unit | Spin NXG P-1 with 6000 rpm | |
| Ayurvedic Medicinal Research and Industrial Technology Acquisition Laboratory (AMRITA) | Gas Chromatography | Detector: FID, TCD (4 Tungsten Rhenium Filaments), with hydrogen, nitrogen and oxygen cylinder |
| Light and Photonics Research Laboratory | Polarizing Optical Microscope | With auto focus camera |
| High sensitive detectors | Amplification in UV, Visible & IR- region | |
| Biomaterials Laboratory | Electro spinning unit | Holmarc (HO-IAD-CAM-01BC)
With tri axial setup, holder size-25 × 20 × 5 mm, Voltage 0-40 kV |
| Electrochemical workstation | Origalys,
includes EIS facility |
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| Hot air oven | Maximum temperature 200 ºC | |
| Metal grinding/ polishing machine | ||
| Name of the Research Lab | Major Facilities / Equipment Details |
| Photovoltaic lab | Organic Solar Cells fabrication facility equipped with Spin coater, Drying unit, Vacuum deposition unit |
| CH-Instrument: Dielectric measurements, Impedance measurements, Cyclic Voltammetry, Chromoampherometry, Open Circuit potential, Chronopotentiometry, Chronopotentiometry | |
| Organic Solar Cells fabrication facility equipped with Spin coater, Drying unit, Vacuum deposition unit | |
| Solar cell characterisation facility equipped with Abet AAA solar simulator and Keitgaley 2450 source meter |
| Name of the Research Lab | Major Facilities / Equipment Details |
| Advanced Functional Materials Research Laboratory |
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| Non-Thermal Plasma Laboratory |
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Dr. Kumaraswamy G. N.
Chairperson | Associate Professor, Department of Physics,
Amrita School of Engineering, Bengaluru
gn_swamy@blr.amrita.edu
Dr. Khushbu Dash
Assistant Professor (Sl. Gd.),
Department of Science and Humanities,
School of Engineering, Chennai
E Mail ID: d_khushbu@ch.amrita.edu
Dr. Rajani K.S
Professor
E Mail ID: ks_rajani@cb.amrita.edu
