Dr. Upendra Kumar
Assistant Professor at Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Allahabad, Prayagraj, India | Experimental Condensed Matter Physicist & Materials Science Researcher
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About Upendra
Dr. Upendra Kumar is an accomplished physicist, academician, and researcher currently serving as Assistant Professor in the Department of Applied Science at IIIT Allahabad. His academic and research expertise lies in experimental condensed matter physics, materials science, energy storage devices, solid-state ionics, and electroceramics. His research interests include dielectric capacitors, solid oxide fuel cells, supercapacitors, solid-state batteries, solar cells, optical properties of nanophosphor materials, and dilute magnetic semiconductors. His research work focuses on the synthesis, characterization, and functional applications of advanced materials, particularly layered perovskite oxides and electroceramic materials. He has authored or co-authored 94 SCI-indexed international journal publications, contributed to books and book chapters, and participated in patent and copyright-related research. He has also edited academic books published by Wiley and Springer and contributed to research projects funded by government agencies, including SERB (ANRF), CSIR, and C-DAC. Dr. Kumar has served as Principal Investigator for research projects worth ₹51 lakh under SERB and ₹10 lakh under the IIIT Allahabad SEED-Money scheme. He is actively involved in doctoral research supervision, academic programme development, invited lectures, workshops, and international conferences. His academic contributions also include editorial and reviewing responsibilities for reputed journals, including publications associated with Springer Nature, Wiley, Bentham Science, and MDPI. Key Highlights: - 94 SCI-indexed international journal publications, as listed in the CV. - Principal Investigator of a ₹51 lakh SERB (ANRF), Government of India-funded research project. - Principal Investigator of a ₹10 lakh IIIT Allahabad SEED-Money research project. - CSIR-NET, GATE, and CSIR-JRF qualified. - Recipient of Best Oral Presentation Award at Thermans-2016 and Best Paper Award at IIT (BHU), Varanasi. - Editorial Board Member, Scientific Reports (Springer Nature); Academic Editor and Associate Editor for international journals. - IEEE Senior Member and Secretary, IEEE Photonics Society Uttar Pradesh Chapter. - Two ongoing doctoral research scholars under his supervision.
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Work History
Assistant Professor
Indian Institute of Information Technology Allahabad (IIIT Allahabad)
2021 – Present
- Serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Applied Science at IIIT Allahabad, with responsibilities involving undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD-level teaching. His academic and research interests include Experimental Condensed Matter Physics, Materials Science, Energy Storage Devices, Solid-State Ionics, and Electroceramics.
Assistant Professor
Banasthali Vidyapith
2019 – 2021
- Worked as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at Banasthali Vidyapith, undertaking teaching responsibilities at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
Education History
PhD in Physics
Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
2019
Completed doctoral research on "Synthesis and Characterization of Undoped and Doped Layered Perovskite Oxides Sr₂SnO₄," under the supervision of Dr. (Mrs.) Shail Upadhyay. His research focused on Experimental Condensed Matter Physics and Materials Science.
M.Sc. in Physics
Department of Physics, Institute of Science, Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi, India
2014
Completed postgraduate studies in Physics with First Division. His research project was titled "Studies on TiF₄, TiO₂ Catalyzed Complex Hydride (NaAlH₄) System," under the supervision of Dr. M. A. Shaz.
B.Sc. (Hons.) in Physics
Department of Physics, Institute of Science, Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi, India
2012
Completed undergraduate education in Physics with First Division, establishing a foundation for advanced studies in Physics and Materials Science.
Intermediate (Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics)
Uttar Pradesh Board, Allahabad, India
2009
Completed Intermediate education in the Science stream with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM), securing First Division.
Published Works
CdSe quantum dot–based composites: From composite design to functional performance—a critical review
ArticleRecent developments in 2D black phosphorus-oriented nanocomposites for energy storage: A brief review
ArticleComputational investigation of structural, electronic, thermodynamical and transport properties of YCdPb half-Heusler alloy
ArticleStructural and Dielectric Behavior of Ca–Ni Ferrite Nanoparticles
ArticleMg-induced structural and functional property modulation in Ba1+x/2Ti1−xMgxO3 ceramics for high-frequency capacitor applications
ArticleSynergistic effects of Nd and Gd Co-doping on the ionic conductivity of ceria-based electrolytes for intermediate-temperature solid oxide fuel cells.
ArticleEnhanced Oxygen Evolution Reaction with Co and Ni Tailored Nanoarchitecture on Amine-Functionalized Graphene Oxide Electrocatalysis
ArticleRecent developments in synthesis techniques, characteristics and emerging applications of polymer nanofibers
ArticleMicroscopic investigations of the interplay between activation energy & tunnel factor to enhance piezoelectricity in BaTiO3
ArticleSustainable Pathways for Post-Life Lithium-Ion Batteries: Evaluation, Recycling, and Reuse toward a Circular Economy
ArticleStructural, Dielectric and Energy Storage Properties of AgNb1-xVxO3 Antiferroelectric Ceramics
ArticleEco-friendly neem sticks activated carbon-MWNTs as efficient counter electrodes in polymer electrolyte-based DSSCs
ArticleUnraveling the multifunctional capabilities of MnCoSb half-Heusler alloy: A computational exploration of structural, mechanical, optical, and thermoelectric properties.
ArticleCorrelating structure, magnetism, and electrical transport in sol-gel processed Nd0.55Ca0.45MnO3 manganite.
ArticlePhase and structural nanoarchitectonics of Ce-Doped Sr2SnO4 for improved microwave dielectric and electrical properties.
ArticleStructural insights, bond-valence analysis, and enhanced microwave dielectric Properties of (Sr1-xNdx)2SnO4 Ruddlesden-Popper oxides
ArticleStructural, electrical, and magnetic properties of (1-x) ZnFe2O4 - (x) BaTiO3 (x = 0,0.05,0.10,1) system
ArticleAdvances in relaxation and memory effects of magnetic nanoparticles for biomedical applications.
ArticleComparative computational and experimental insights into the structural, electrical, and biological properties of CeO2 fluorite ceramics
ArticleEnhanced Energy Storage and Dielectric Performance in B-site Ce-Substituted BaTiO3: Structural and Optical Insights.
ArticleOptimized VO2-TiO2 photoanodes for high-efficiency solid-state dye-sensitized solar cells
Article(Sr1-xCax) 2SnO4 microwave dielectric ceramics with Ruddlesden-Popper structure (x= 0–0.06) for microwave application
ArticleElectrochemical determination of antipsychotic drug quetiapine fumarate using hexagonal nickel oxide nanoparticle decorated functionalized multiwalled carbon nanotubes.
ArticleBiosynthesis of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles Using Ficus racemose Leaf Extract via Microwave Irradiation Route: Characterization and Investigation of Antibacterial Efficacy
ArticleSynthesis and Analysis of Temperature-Driven Charge Transport and Dielectric Relaxation in Cs2AgFeCl6 Double Perovskite Single Crystal
ArticleMolecular structure, electronic properties, spectroscopic investigation and nonlinear optical properties of thianaphthene-2-carboxylic acid: A quantum chemical approach.
ArticleConductivity and Dielectric Studies of Spark plasma sintered BaZr0.85Ho0.10Y0.025Nd0.025O3-δ Electrolyte Ceramic for Intermediate Temperature Solid Oxide Fuel Cells.
ArticlePiezoelectric Energy Harvesting: From Fundamentals to Advanced Applications
ArticleStudies of Structural, Impedance, Modulus Spectroscopy, and Magnetic Properties of Cr-Modified SrTiO3 Perovskite Ceramic
ArticleEffect of calcination temperature on the structural, microstructure, and electrical properties of CeO2 nanoparticles as a solid electrolyte for IT-SOFC application
ArticleDesign and Simulation of Circular Dielectric Resonator Antenna and Investigation of Structure, Microstructure, and Dielectric Properties of Mn-Modified Sr2SnO4
ArticleDevelopment and characterization of superparamagnetic Zn-Doped Nickel ferrite nanoparticles
ArticleStudy of the Structure, Microstructure, and Electrical Properties of Defect-Induced Ce-Doped SrTiO3 as Solid Electrolyte in IT-SOFC Application
ArticleInnovative computational techniques for DSSCs using machine learning: a review.
ArticleElectron density distribution using maximum entropy method and conductivity studies of BaZr0.85Ho0.10Y0.025Nd0.025O3-δ electrolyte ceramic for intermediate temperature solid oxide fuel cells
ArticleRole of charge-compensation process on the structural, microstructure and electrical properties of pure and Nb-doped Sr2SnO4
ArticleCarbon nanotubes immobilized copper (salen) nanocomposite for electrochemical oxygen evolution reaction
ArticleEnhancement in the Electrocatalytic and Optoelectronic Performance of Cost-Effective Counter Electrode VO2 for Dye-Sensitized Solar Cell (DSSC)
ArticleStructural, Microstructure, Dielectric relaxation and AC conduction studies of perovskite SrSnO3 and Ruddlesden Popper oxide Sr2SnO4
ArticleStructural, microstructure, spectroscopic, and magnetic investigation of vanadium-doped SrTiO3 perovskite ceramics
ArticleCarbon nanomaterial-based composites as an active layer for optoelectronic device application: A comparative study
ArticleElemental studies and mapping of cholesterol and pigment gallstones using scanning electron microscopy–energy dispersive spectroscopy
ArticleSynthesis and investigation of structural, morphological and dielectric properties of Ba‐ordered BaTiO3 perovskite oxide
ArticleComprehensive study of CsGeBr3 perovskite: optical, electronic, and thermoelectric properties
ArticleEffect of frequency on activation energy and its role in producing piezoelectricity for Ruddlesden Popper oxide Ba2SnO4
ArticleMicrostructural Studies and Elemental Imaging of Renal Stones by Scanning Electron Microscopy–Energy-Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy
ArticleScaling studies of temperature dependence of electric conductivity and electric modulus spectra of solid solution Sr2-xLaxSnO4 (x≤ 0.10) Ruddlesden Popper Oxide
ArticleQuantitative analysis of human hairs and nails
ArticleElemental concentration in renal stones by wavelength dispersive X‐ray fluorescence spectrometry
ArticleAn Ab Initio Analysis of Structural, optical, Electronic, and Thermal Properties of Cubic SrSnO3 using Wein2k
ArticleStructural, Dielectric and Electrical Properties of Homovalent Doped SrSn1-xTixO3 (0 ≤ x ≤ 0.08) System
ArticleCompositional and Morphological Studies of Kidney and Gallstones from Fundamental to Advanced using SEM-EDS Technique: A Short Review
ArticleStudy of structural, optical, dielectric, and electric properties of homovalently substituted Ce in SrTiO3 perovskite oxide
ArticleAnalysis of Correlation based Threshold Networks of Dow Jones stocks of USA: An Econophysics Approach
ArticleExploration of spectroscopic, surface morphological, structural, electrical, optical and mechanical properties of biocompatible PVA-GO PNCs
ArticleOxygen vacancy induced structural and domain size-controlled magnetic behavior of La0.67Ca0.33MnO3 perovskite
ArticleStudy of structural, microstructure, impedance and DC conductivity of Gd-doped SrCeO3 ceramics
ArticleRIXS, XES and XAS studies for electronic structure of rare earth and alkaline earth modified manganite
ArticleMultiferroic, Optical and Magneto-dielectric Properties with Enhanced Magneto-Impedance Characteristic of KBiFe2O5
ArticleInvestigation of high optical gain (MIR region) in AlSb/InAs/GaAsSb Type-II quantum well heterostructure
ArticleStructural, optical and electrical properties of Mn-doped ZnFe2O4 synthesized using sol-gel method
ArticleInfluence of La doping on structure, AC conductivity and impedance spectroscopy of Ba2SnO4 Ruddlesden Popper oxide
ArticleStructural, dielectric, magnetic and magneto-dielectric properties of (1-x)BiFeO3–(x)CaTiO3 composites
ArticleInvestigation on structural and optical properties of system Sr2Ce1-xNaxO4 (0.0 ≤ x ≤ 0.10)
ArticleOptical and electrical properties of biocompatible and novel (CS-GO) polymer nanocomposites
ArticleStudy of reaction mechanism, structural, optical and oxygen vacancy-controlled luminescence properties of Eu-modified Sr2SnO4 Ruddlesden Popper oxide
ArticleStructural and optical properties of α-Fe2O3 nanoparticles realized by simple thermal decomposition route
ArticleStructural, microstructure, optical, and electrical properties of Ti-doped CaSnO3 prepared by Sol-Gel chemical route
ArticleStudy of Structural, Optical, dielectric and DC resistivity of Ni- modified ZnFe2O4 synthesized by sol-gel combustion method
ArticleOptical and electronic characteristics of ITO/NPB/Alq3:DCJTB/Alq3/Ag heterostructure based organic light emitting diode
ArticleStructural, optical and low temperature resistivity of Ca-doped PrMnO3 nanoparticles
ArticleRietveld refinement, optical, dielectric and ac conductivity studies of Ba-doped SrSnO3
ArticleSpectroscopic studies, molecular structure optimization and investigation of structural and electrical properties of novel and biodegradable Chitosan-GO polymer nanocomposites
ArticleInvestigation of structural, optical and magnetic properties of Nd-doped Sr2SnO4 Ruddlesden Popper oxide
ArticleIrreversible magnetic behavior with Temperature Variation of Ni0.5Co0.5Fe2O4 Nanoparticles
ArticleStructural, Optical, FTIR, Raman and Surface Morphological Studies of Ethyl-Cellulose/Graphene Oxide Nanocomposites
ArticleStructural, Microstructure Optical and Dielectric properties of Sr1.99M0.01SnO4 (M: La, Nd, Eu) Ruddlesden Popper Oxide
ArticleSynthesis and characterization of Ruddlesden-Popper system (Ba1−xSrx)2SnO4
ArticleSucrose-nitrate auto combustion synthesis of Ce0.85Ln0.15Sr0.05O2-δ (Ln=La and Gd) electrolytes for SOFCs: a comparative study of properties
ArticleEffect of acceptor Na 1+ doping on the properties of perovskite SrCeO3
ArticleStructural, Optical and Electrical properties of Ruddlesden Popper Oxide Ba2SnO4
ArticleStudy of structural, electrical and photoluminescent properties of SrCeO3 and Sr2CeO4: a comparative study
ArticleInvestigation on phase formation of Sr2SnO4 and effect of La-doping on its structural and optical properties
ArticleStudies on dielectric and electrical properties of Ruddlesden-Popper oxide Sr2SnO4
ArticleStructural, dielectric and magnetic properties of particulate composites of relaxor (BaTi0.85Sn0.15O3) and ferrite (NiFe2O4) synthesized by gel-combustion method
ArticleOxygen vacancy induced electrical conduction and room temperature ferromagnetism in system BaSn1−x NixO3 (0≤ x≤ 0.20)
ArticleAugmented gravimetric and volumetric capacitive performance of rare earth metal oxide (Eu2O3) incorporated polypyrrole for supercapacitor applications
ArticleGravimetric and volumetric capacitive performance of polyindole/carbon black/MoS2 hybrid electrode material for supercapacitor applications
ArticleSolid-state synthesis of nano-sized Ba(Ti1−xSnx)O3 powders and dielectric properties of corresponding ceramics
ArticleStructural and optical characterizations of BaSnO3 nano-powder synthesized by aqueous sol-gel method
ArticleLow temperature synthesis and characterization of nanocystalline powders of Ni-doped barium stannate system, BaSn1-xNixO3
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Certifications
Fuel Cell Technology (GIAN Programme)
IIT Gandhinagar, IIT Kharagpur & MHRD
LaTeX and Other Useful Software
Banaras Hindu University
Ion Beam in Material Science
Inter-University Accelerator Centre (IUAC), New Delhi
Advanced Microscopy and Imaging Techniques
IIT (BHU) and industry partners
Characterization and Functionalization of Nanomaterials
Banaras Hindu University
Awards
CSIR National Eligibility Test (NET)
CSIR · 2013
Qualified in Physical Sciences.
Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE)
GATE · 2015
Qualified.
CSIR Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)
CSIR · 2016
Qualified in Physical Sciences.
Best Oral Presentation Award (First Position)
DAE and BRNS · 2016
in the International Symposium Thermans-2016 was organized by DAE and BRNS.
Best Paper Award (Second Position)
Department of Physics, IIT (BHU) Varanasi · 2018
in the Institute Day held on 16-18 Feb 2018 in the Department of Physics, IIT (BHU) Varanasi.
Best Oral Presentation Award (Second Position)
IIT (BHU) Varanasi · 2019
in Anveshan-2019, IIT (BHU) Varanasi
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