Assistant Professor, Palamuru University, India
Dr. Ankam Bhaskar is an accomplished physicist specializing in magnetic and thermoelectric materials. He earned his Ph.D. in Physics from Osmania University, Hyderabad, India, in 2004, focusing on microwave-sintered Mn2+ added MgCuZn ferrites. With over two decades of experience in international research institutions, including National Changhua University of Education, Taiwan, and Environment Canada, Dr. Bhaskar has made notable contributions to material science. He currently serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at Palamuru University, India. His research spans across ferrites, ZnO nanoparticles, and semiconductor thermoelectrics. A prolific author, he has published in prestigious journals like JournaConclusion:
Dr. Bhaskar is a highly qualified and deserving nominee for the Best Researcher Award, with proven research excellence and global contributions in advanced materials and nanotechnology.l of Alloys and Compounds, RSC Advances, and Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics. In addition to his research, he holds editorial roles in several international journals and has received prestigious postdoctoral and visiting fellowships from Taiwan and Canada.
Professional Profile
Education
Dr. Ankam Bhaskar holds a Ph.D. in Physics from Osmania University, Hyderabad, India, awarded in 2004 for his thesis titled “Development of low temperature microwave sintered Mn2+ added MgCuZn ferrites.” His postgraduate education includes an M.Sc. in Engineering Physics and Instrumentation (1996–1998) from the same university, which he completed with distinction. He began his academic journey with a B.Sc. in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry, also from Osmania University, graduating in 1995 with a 57.5% score. His educational background provided a solid foundation in both theoretical and applied physics, enabling his transition into advanced research areas such as magnetic materials and nanotechnology. His training and academic achievements have been pivotal in his contributions to cutting-edge research in ferrites and thermoelectric materials.
Experience
Dr. Bhaskar has over 20 years of academic and research experience across India, Taiwan, and Canada. He is currently working as Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at Palamuru University since May 2017. He previously served as a Senior Researcher (2009–2016) and Visiting Scientist (2016–2017) at the National Changhua University of Education, Taiwan, where he focused on thermoelectric materials. He held the NSERC Visiting Scientist position at Environment Canada (2007–2009), contributing to environmental material research. His postdoctoral research was carried out at National Tsing Hua University (2004–2007) and National Sun Yat-sen University (2003–2004), both in Taiwan. These roles emphasized interdisciplinary material science, spanning physics and chemistry domains. His global experience and long-standing commitment to academic excellence underscore his strong professional foundation.
Awards and Honors
Dr. Ankam Bhaskar has received multiple prestigious fellowships and editorial appointments throughout his career. He was awarded the Postdoctoral Research Fellowship by the National Science Council, Taiwan (2004–2007), and the NSERC Visiting Scientist Fellowship in Canada (2007–2009). He also received the Ministry of Science and Technology (Taiwan) Postdoctoral Fellowship (2009–2015) and Visiting Scientist Grant (2016–2017). His editorial contributions include board memberships for journals such as Journal of Applied Science, Journal of Mathematics, Journal of Modern Polymer Chemistry and Materials, AASCIT-Journal of Materials Science and Application, and Journal of Advanced Research in Mathematics and Statistics. These accolades reflect his international recognition, leadership in scientific publishing, and sustained contributions to the global research community.
Research Focus
Dr. Bhaskar’s research primarily focuses on the synthesis and characterization of advanced materials including ferrites, ZnO nanoparticles, and thermoelectric semiconductors. He investigates structural, morphological, optical, magnetic, and antibacterial properties of nanomaterials for applications in optoelectronics and biomedicine. His work on thermoelectric materials targets enhanced energy conversion efficiency through band structure engineering and doping mechanisms. Utilizing both experimental and theoretical approaches, he explores novel compound systems like XYTe (X = Ti/Sc; Y = Fe/Co) and Bi-Sb alloys. His studies emphasize scalable synthesis techniques such as sol–gel auto-combustion and hydrothermal methods. Dr. Bhaskar’s interdisciplinary methods and international collaborations make his research highly impactful in both academic and applied contexts.
Publication Top Notes
- “Synthesis, Structural, Morphological, Optical, Magnetic Properties and Antibacterial Activities of Ni-doped ZnO nanoparticles for Optoelectronic and Biomedical Applications: Experimental and Theoretical insights”
Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 2025-07. DOI: [10.1016/j.jallcom.2025.182493]
Contributors: G. Vishnumurthy; Ankam Bhaskar; T. Ramesh
Summary: This paper reports the successful doping of ZnO nanoparticles with Ni and evaluates their multifunctional behavior using structural, optical, magnetic, and antibacterial tests. The research highlights the materials’ potential in optoelectronics and biomedicine.
- “A Comprehensive Study on the Impact of Aluminum Doping on X-ray Diffraction Peak Profile Analysis, Structural, Morphological, and Optical Properties of ZnO Nanoparticles Synthesized by Sol–Gel Auto-Combustion”
Journal of Electronic Materials, 2025-03. DOI: [10.1007/s11664-024-11636-2]
Contributors: G. Vishnumurthy; Ankam Bhaskar
Summary: This article investigates how aluminum doping modifies ZnO nanoparticle structure and properties, using XRD peak analysis and microscopy techniques to draw correlations with potential device applications.
- “Investigation of the electronic structure, mechanical, and thermoelectric properties of novel semiconductor compounds: XYTe (X = Ti/Sc; Y = Fe/Co)”
Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics, 2023. DOI: [10.1039/D3CP01478A]
Contributors: Aquil Ahmad; Chia-Jyi Liu; Ankam Bhaskar (Acknowledged contributor)
Summary: This theoretical study explores novel telluride compounds for their thermoelectric properties, emphasizing potential high-performance energy materials.
- “Enhanced thermoelectric performance of band structure engineered GeSe1−xTex alloys”
Sustainable Energy & Fuels, 2021. DOI: [10.1039/D0SE01788D]
Contributors: D. Sidharth et al.; Chia-Jyi Liu; Ankam Bhaskar (Contributing researcher)
Summary: The study demonstrates how Te alloying in GeSe improves thermoelectric efficiency through band structure modulation.
- “Enhanced thermoelectric properties of hydrothermally synthesized Bi0.88−xZnxSb0.12 nanoalloys below the semiconductor–semimetal transition temperature”
RSC Advances, 2018. DOI: [10.1039/C8RA03858A]
Contributors: Ahmad Gharleghi et al.; Chia-Jyi Liu; Ankam Bhaskar (Collaborative role)
Summary: This paper presents Zn-doped Bi-Sb nanoalloys as promising thermoelectric materials with improved performance below transition temperatures.
- “Effects of Fe doping on the thermal hysteresis of the La0.5Ca0.5MnO3 system”
RSC Advances, 2017. DOI: [10.1039/C6RA27974K]
Contributors: Ankam Bhaskar; M.-S. Huang; Chia-Jyi Liu
Summary: The study explores how Fe doping influences thermal hysteresis behavior in La-Ca-Mn-O compounds, impacting magnetic phase transitions.
Conclusion
Dr. Bhaskar is a highly qualified and deserving nominee for the Best Researcher Award, with proven research excellence and global contributions in advanced materials and nanotechnology.