Education
Mr. Mutch Shanmukha Rao is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Physical Sciences from the Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research at the CSIR-Institute of Minerals and Materials Technology (IMMT) in Bhubaneswar, India. He began his doctoral journey in January 2021 and is presently serving as a Senior Research Fellow (SRF). His academic foundation includes an M.Sc. in Physics from Dr. B. R. Ambedkar University, Srikakulam, where he secured a CGPA of 7.94/10, and a B.Sc. in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry with a CGPA of 7.52/10 from the same university.
Awards and Achievements
Mr. Rao has garnered notable recognition for his contributions in the field of physical sciences. He was awarded the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position in May 2020 and has since been awarded the Senior Research Fellow (SRF) role. He qualified the prestigious CSIR-UGC National Eligibility Test for Assistant Professor in December 2019. His accolades also include prizes in debate competitions on National Science Day, participation in various science and technology conferences, and successful completion of multiple training programs.
Research Interests
- Synthesis of Metal Oxide Films and Nanoparticles using Physical and Chemical Vapor Deposition techniques.
- Characterization and Surface Morphology of Nanostructures.
- Photocatalytic Dye Degradation of Oxide Materials for Environmental Remediation.
- Hazardous Gas Sensing Applications.
- Hall Sensing and Electrical Properties of Nanostructures.
Professional Experience
- Senior Research Fellow (SRF) at CSIR-IMMT (2023-Present), focusing on the growth of metal oxide thin films for gas sensing and photocatalysis.
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF) at CSIR-IMMT (2021-2023), working on similar projects.
- Teaching and Research Supervisor for M.Sc. Physics summer interns.
Publications
- Authors: Mutcha Shanmukha Rao, Benadict Rakesh, Gunendra Prasad Ojha, Ramasamy Sakthivel, Bishweshwar Pant, Kamatchi Jothiramalingam Sankaran
- Journal: Molecules
- Year: 2024