Arun Kumar | Physics | Editorial Board Member

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Dr. Arun Kumar | Physics | Editorial Board Member

Research Associate | Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) | India

Dr. Arun Kumar is a Post-Doctoral Fellow at the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), Pune, specializing in multiferroics, strongly correlated systems, spin glasses, and magnetoelectric coupling. His research employs advanced experimental techniques such as X-ray and neutron scattering to investigate structural phase transitions, magnetic ground states, and spin-glass behavior in complex oxide materials, providing critical insights into the interplay between magnetoelastic, magnetoelectric, and dielectric phenomena for the development of next-generation multifunctional materials. Dr. Kumar’s key contributions include elucidating multiple spin-glass transitions, cluster glass phases, and low-temperature magnetic relaxation in disordered perovskites and hexagonal multiferroics, published in high-impact journals such as Physical Review B, Journal of Magnetism and Magnetic Materials, and Journal of Alloys and Compounds. He has also studied the effects of chemical doping, synthesis methods, and structural modifications on the dielectric and magnetic properties of functional materials, significantly advancing understanding of magnetoelectric coupling and energy storage potential. Through active collaboration with multidisciplinary research groups, Dr. Kumar fosters innovation across condensed matter physics, materials science, and applied engineering, with his work contributing to the design of energy-efficient, high-performance dielectric, multiferroic, and magnetoelectric devices and bridging fundamental science with practical technological applications.

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Featured Publications

Kumar, A., Kaushik, S. D., Siruguri, V., & Pandey, D. (2018). Evidence for two spin-glass transitions with magnetoelastic and magnetoelectric couplings in the multiferroic system. Physical Review B, 97(10), 104402. Citations: 65

Kumar, A., Senyshyn, A., & Pandey, D. (2019). Evidence for cluster spin glass phase with precursor short-range antiferromagnetic correlations in the B-site disordered perovskite. Physical Review B, 99(21), 214425. Citations: 56

Kumar, A., & Pandey, D. (2020). Study of magnetic relaxation, memory and rejuvenation effects in the cluster spin-glass phase of B-site disordered Ca(Fe1/2Nb1/2)O3 perovskite: Experimental evidence. Journal of Magnetism and Magnetic Materials, 511, 166964. Citations: 27

Kumar, P. A., Kumar, A., Kumar, K., Babu, G. A., Vijayakumar, P., et al. (2019). Evidence for Spin Glass Transition in Hexagonal DyMnO3 without Substitutional Disorder. The Journal of Physical Chemistry C, 123(50), 30499–30508. Citations: 21

Khorwal, A. K., Dash, S., Kumar, A., Lukoyanov, A. V., Shreder, E. I., Bitla, Y., et al. (2022). Evidence for canonical spin glass behaviour in polycrystalline Mn1.5Fe1.5Al Heusler alloy. Journal of Magnetism and Magnetic Materials, 546, 168752. Citations: 20

Clement Onate | Mathematical Physics | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Clement Onate | Mathematical Physics | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor | Bowen University Iwo | Nigeria

Dr. Onate Clement Atachegbe, is a distinguished Nigerian theoretical and mathematical physicist and an Associate Professor at Bowen University, Iwo, Osun State. He obtained his Ph.D. in Theoretical/Mathematical Physics from the University of Benin in 2018, M.Sc. in Physics (Theoretical) and B.Sc. (Hons) in Physics from the University of Ilorin in 2014 and 2010 respectively, and an N.C.E. in Mathematics/Physics from the Federal College of Education, Okene in 2005. His academic career began as a physics educator under the Kogi State Teaching Service Commission before joining Landmark University, where he rose through the ranks from Lecturer II to Senior Lecturer, later serving at Prince Abubakar Audu University, and currently as Associate Professor at Bowen University. Dr. Onate has held several academic leadership roles, including Section Editor-in-Chief for Physics and Astronomy at the Journal of the Nigerian Society of Physical Sciences, Examination Officer, SIWES Coordinator, and Committee Chair across multiple universities. His research focuses on quantum information theory, theoretical and computational physics, and quantum statistical mechanics, particularly exploring how information-theoretic measures—such as Shannon entropy, Fisher information, and statistical complexity—elucidate the behavior of low-dimensional quantum systems. He also investigates thermodynamic properties, including partition functions, Gibbs free energy, enthalpy, and heat capacities, linking theoretical models to experimental results in quantum coherence, entanglement, and thermodynamics. Dr. Onate possesses advanced research skills in analytical and computational modeling of quantum systems, employing methods such as supersymmetric approaches and asymptotic iteration techniques. His numerous awards and honors include multiple Certificates of Excellence from Landmark University, recognition among the top 500 researchers in Nigeria (2015–2025), and listings in the world’s top 2% scientists (2021–2023). In conclusion, Dr. Onate’s academic excellence, leadership, and impactful research significantly advance the understanding of quantum systems and theoretical physics, making him a leading figure in Nigeria’s scientific community.

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Featured Publications

  1. Lukman, A. F., Ayinde, K., Binuomote, S., & Clement, O. A. (2019). Modified ridge‐type estimator to combat multicollinearity: Application to chemical data. Journal of Chemometrics, 33(5), e3125. Cited by 182

  2. Oyewumi, K. J., Falaye, B. J., Onate, C. A., Oluwadare, O. J., & Yahya, W. A. (2014). Thermodynamic properties and the approximate solutions of the Schrödinger equation with the shifted Deng–Fan potential model. Molecular Physics, 112(1), 127–141. Cited by 174

  3. Ikot, A. N., Chukwuocha, E. O., Onyeaju, M. C., Onate, C. A., Ita, B. I., & Udoh, M. E. (2018). Thermodynamics properties of diatomic molecules with general molecular potential. Pramana, 90(2), 22. Cited by 114

  4. Falaye, B. J., Oyewumi, K. J., Ibrahim, T. T., Punyasena, M. A., & Onate, C. A. (2013). Bound state solutions of the Manning–Rosen potential. Canadian Journal of Physics, 91(1), 98–104. Cited by 108

  5. Onate, C. A., & Ojonubah, J. O. (2016). Eigensolutions of the Schrödinger equation with a class of Yukawa potentials via supersymmetric approach. Journal of Theoretical and Applied Physics, 10(1), 21–26. Cited by 78

Zarghuna Firdous | Physics | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Zarghuna Firdous | Physics | Best Researcher Award

Bachelor in Physics | Ghazi University | Pakistan

Ms. Zarghuna Firdous is a highly motivated and accomplished researcher specializing in energy conversion and storage devices, including water splitting, supercapacitors, lithium-ion and sodium-ion batteries, fuel cells, and solar cells. She completed her B.Sc. in Physics from Ghazi University, Pakistan, in 2024. Currently, she serves as a research assistant at the Advanced Materials and Electrochemical Research Lab in Taunsa Sharif, where she has gained extensive experience in electrode fabrication, material synthesis using hydrothermal, sol-gel, coprecipitation, and solvothermal methods, and characterization techniques such as XRD, SEM, EDX, BET, TGA, cyclic voltammetry (CV), electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS), chronoamperometry (CA), and electrochemical surface area (ECSA) analysis. Her research focuses on enhancing the electrocatalytic performance of nanocomposites and spinel-based materials for efficient energy storage and conversion, and she has published multiple high-impact papers in journals such as International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, Diamond and Related Materials, Journal of Physics and Chemistry of Solids, and Journal of Inorganic and Organometallic Polymers and Materials, with additional manuscripts under review. Ms. Firdous has actively participated in international collaborations, conferences, and seminars, and has demonstrated strong leadership and organizational skills as a student representative, managing events, seminars, and college functions. Her achievements include receiving the Research Excellence Award and winning a laptop through the Prime Minister Laptop Scheme (2020). She is also an active member of professional communities and is continuously developing her skills in research, mentoring, and scientific communication. With her strong academic foundation, extensive research experience, publication record, and leadership qualities, Ms. Zarghuna Firdous is well-positioned to contribute significantly to advancements in energy conversion technologies and materials science on a global scale, with the potential to lead high-impact research and collaborative initiatives internationally. 42 Citations | 5 Documents | 3 h-index.

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Featured Publications

  1. Firdous, Z. (2024). Spinel-type calcium manganese oxide adorned on g-CN composite: A highly proficient electrocatalyst for oxygen evolution reaction (OER). Diamond and Related Materials. Cited by 27.

  2. Firdous, Z. (2025). Enhancement of electrochemical performance of hydrothermally synthesized CoNiO2/PANI for OER efficiency. [Journal name not specified]. Cited by 8.

  3. Firdous, Z., Alsalhi, S. A., Kumar, A., Chandra, S., Makasana, J., Ballal, S., … Sharma, R. S. K., Pathak, P. K., Chaudhary, R. R., & Mishra, V. L. (2025). Enhancement in electrocatalytic efficiency of hydrothermally synthesized SnAl2S4/ZnO approaching OER performance. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 128, 367–375. Cited by 6.

  4. Firdous, Z., Abo-Dief, H. M., Othman, N. A., Mirza, H., & Kumar, A. (2025). Improved electrochemical performance by CuS doped SnFe2O4 spinel for water splitting applications. Journal of Physics and Chemistry of Solids, 113082. Cited by 1.

  5. Firdous, Z., Alrowaily, A., Gassoumi, A., Alotaibi, B. M., Alyousef, H. A., Sikander, M. A., Mirza, H., & Kumar, A. (2025). Enhanced Oxygen Evolution Reaction (OER) Performance of SnFe2O4/g-CN Nanocomposites for Efficient Water Splitting. Journal of Inorganic and Organometallic Polymers and Materials, 1–14.