P Mohanraj | Nonlinear Optics and Dynamics | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. P Mohanraj | Nonlinear Optics and Dynamics | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr.Sagunthala R&D Institute of Science and Technology, India

Dr. P. Mohanraj is a dedicated physicist specializing in theoretical nonlinear optics and thin-film materials for optoelectronic and solar cell applications. He is currently serving as an Assistant Professor at Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr. Sagunthala R&D Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai. With a strong foundation in physics and a prolific publication record in Q1 and Q2 journals, Dr. Mohanraj has made significant contributions to the fields of modulational instability, nonlinear optical media, and nano-material-based thin films.

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Educational Background 🎓

  • Ph.D. in Physics (2015–2022)
    Pondicherry University
    Thesis Title: Investigation of modulational instability in various nonlinear optical media

  • M.Sc. in Physics (2013–2015)
    Pondicherry University – 93.5%

  • B.Sc. in Physics (2010–2013)
    Pondicherry University – 85%

  • PGDCA (Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Applications) – First Class (2013)

Professional Experience 💼

  • Assistant Professor
    Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr. Sagunthala R&D Institute of Science and Technology
    (Sept 2022 – Present)

    Roles and Achievements:

    • Designed and delivered course materials for undergraduate/graduate physics courses

    • Mentored 70+ students and completed one M.Sc. project resulting in a journal publication

    • Reviewed a Ph.D. thesis for publication readiness

    • Introduced new academic courses aligned with institutional development goals

Research Interests 🔬

  • Theoretical Nonlinear Optics & Dynamics:

    • Modulational instability

    • Soliton dynamics

    • Supercontinuum generation

    • Fiber Bragg gratings

    • Photonic crystal fibers

    • Bose–Einstein condensates

    • Negative index materials

  • Thin-Film Fabrication & Characterization:

    • Metal oxides and sulfide-based semiconductors

    • Nano-materials for optoelectronics and solar cell devices

    • Nebulizer spray pyrolysis technique

Conclusion🌟

Dr. P. Mohanraj stands out as a multifaceted academician and researcher whose work bridges the gap between theoretical physics and practical applications in optoelectronics. His notable contributions to nonlinear optics and material science, coupled with a strong teaching record and student mentorship, position him as a promising researcher in the field. He continues to pursue innovation in advanced optical systems and material synthesis while nurturing the next generation of physicists.

Publications 📚

  • 🧪📷
    Fabrication of Er, Tb doped CuO thin films using nebulizer spray pyrolysis technique for photosensing applications
    T. Gnanasekar, S. Valanarasu, M. Ubaidullah, M. Alam, A. Nafady, …
    Optical Materials, 123, 111954 (2022).
    Cited by: 41

  • 🔬✨
    Spray pyrolysis developed Nd doped Co₃O₄ nanostructured thin films and their structural, and opto-nonlinear properties for optoelectronics applications
    S.A.F. Mohd. Shkir, Aslam Khan, Mohd. Imran, M. Ajmal Khan, R. A. Zargar, …
    Optics & Laser Technology, 150 (June 2022), 107959.
    Cited by: 40

  • 🔁🌀
    Saturable higher nonlinearity effects on the modulational instabilities in three-core triangular configuration couplers
    P. Mohanraj, R. Sivakumar
    Journal of Optics, 23(4), 045502 (2021).
    Cited by: 25

  • 📷🔋
    Enhancing the ultraviolet photosensing properties of nickel oxide thin films by Zn–La co-doping
    I.L.P. Raj, S. Valanarasu, R. Ade, Y. Bitla, P. Mohanraj, V. Ganesh, I.S. Yahia
    Ceramics International, 48(4), 5026–5034 (2022).
    Cited by: 23

  • 🔄🔬
    Role of higher order nonlinearities in the instability spectra of two core oppositely directed saturated coupler
    P. Mohanraj, R. Sivakumar
    Optik, 192, 162904 (2019).
    Cited by: 23

  • ⚡📷
    Facile fabrication of Ag/Y: CdS/Ag thin films-based photodetectors with enhanced photodetection performance
    M. Shkir, Z.R. Khan, K.V. Chandekar, T. Alshahrani, I.M. Ashraf, A. Khan, …
    Sensors and Actuators A: Physical, 331, 112890 (2021).
    Cited by: 19

  • 🔥📈
    Influence of heat treatment on the optoelectronic performance of electrodeposited CdSe thin films
    A.M.S. Arulanantham, M.M. Stephy, K.V. Gunavathy, N. Sundaramurthy, …
    Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics, 33(14), 10814–10827 (2022).
    Cited by: 12

  • 📷💡
    Photosensitivity properties of Eu‑doped SnS₂ thin films deposited by cost‑effective nebulizer spray pyrolysis technique
    A.M.S. Arulanantham, P. Mohan Raj, K.V. Gunavathy, M. Rigana Begam, V. …
    Applied Physics A, 128, 364 (2022).
    Cited by: 12

  • 📉🌈
    Saturation effects on modulational instability in birefringent media with the help of Kundu–Ekchaus equation
    P. Mohanraj, R. Sivakumar
    Optik, 245, 167687 (2021).
    Cited by: 12

  • 💎📡
    Enhancement in optoelectronic properties of lanthanum co-doped CdO:Zn thin films for TCO applications
    S. Vinoth, R.S.R. Isaac, P. Mohanraj, V. Ganesh, H. Algarni, S. AlFaify
    Superlattices and Microstructures, 162, 107097 (2022).
    Cited by: 11