Central University of Haryana | India
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Early Academic Pursuits
Dr. Priya Rani's academic journey commenced with a strong foundation in the sciences, demonstrated by her exemplary performance in matriculation (2011) where she secured a remarkable 93.4% in subjects including Science and Mathematics. She continued her academic excellence through her secondary education at HBSE, achieving 80% in 2013, focusing on Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, English, and Hindi. Her undergraduate studies were completed at Govt. College for Women, Hisar, Kurukshetra University in 2016, where she excelled with a 77.1% and stood first in her college, majoring in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
Professional Endeavors
Dr. Rani embarked on her professional career by contributing to the field of Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics. She pursued her Ph.D. at Guru Jambheshwar University of Science & Technology, Hisar, which she was awarded in 2023. Her doctoral thesis, supervised by Prof. Sunita Srivastava and Dr. Ranjeet, focused on "Theoretical Study of Electronic and Optical Properties of Quantum Dots." Alongside her research, she has significant teaching experience, serving as a Guest Faculty at both the Department of Physics, Guru Jambheshwar University of Science & Technology, Hisar, and the Department of Physics & Astrophysics, Central University of Haryana.
Contributions and Research Focus
Dr. Rani has contributed extensively to the field of Theoretical Physics, particularly in Condensed Matter Physics and Quantum Dots. Her expertise lies in Density Functional Theory-based first principles software like SIESTA and Gaussian, and Effective Mass Approximation-based software such as Quantum Dot Lab. Her research interests include optoelectronic properties of quantum dots and their applications in bio-imaging and bio-sensing. She has published eight research papers, with five indexed in Scopus, and a book chapter, earning 57 citations, an h-index of 5, and an i10 index of 1.
Accolades and Recognition
Dr. Rani's academic and research excellence has been recognized through various awards and achievements. She was awarded the Junior Research Fellowship by UGC-CSIR in 2022 and served as a University Research Scholar at GJU S & T, Hisar in 2019. Notably, she received the Best Poster Award at the MMMCN-2023 Workshop at CUH, Mahendergarh. Additionally, she has served as a reviewer for prestigious journals like the New Journal of Physics, Physica Scripta, and Journal of Physics: Condensed Matter.
Impact and Influence
Dr. Rani's influence extends beyond her research contributions. She has actively participated in academic conferences and workshops, with a total of 23 attendances, including 11 oral presentations and six poster presentations. Her involvement in these events showcases her commitment to disseminating knowledge and engaging with the scientific community. As a guest faculty, she has imparted knowledge in advanced courses such as Advanced Quantum Mechanics, Optics, Semiconductor Physics, Mathematical Physics, Mechanics, and Electricity and Magnetism, influencing the next generation of physicists.
Legacy and Future Contributions
Dr. Priya Rani's legacy in Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics is marked by her rigorous research, academic excellence, and dedication to teaching. Her future contributions are anticipated to further the understanding of quantum dots and their applications, particularly in optoelectronics and bio-sensing. As she continues her career, her impact on the scientific community and her students will undoubtedly grow, fostering advancements in theoretical physics and its practical applications.
Notable Publications
Systematic tuning of optical and electronic properties of holey graphene quantum dots for UV applications 2024 (1)
Effect of surface modification on optical and electronic properties of graphene quantum dots 2023 (26)
Study of electronic and optical properties of quantum dots 2022 (4)