Physics

Department of Physics

Established in 1966

The department is one of the earliest departments established by the institution way back in 1966 offering the subject as an optional subject in B.Sc.

It has been recognized under star college scheme of DBT Govt. of India and also as the Center for Innovative Teaching by DST, Govt. of Karnataka.

Having spacious laboratory well equipped with quality instruments, the department is empowering students through effective teaching learning process imparting quality education which focuses on top class quality jobs.

Department Conducts technology driven student centric activities in practical classes through student presentations
Department Conducts Open ended experiments based on computer simulation

Department Organizes a unique programme called Lab in Cab (JNAANA VISTAR) where laboratory equipments are carried to rural schools for on the site demo and interaction to popularize basic sciences

Highlights of the Department

It has been recognized under star college scheme of DBT Govt. of India and also as the Center for Innovative Teaching by DST, Govt. of Karnataka
Conducts technology driven student centric activities in practical classes through student presentations
Conducts Open ended experiments based on computer simulation
Organizes a unique programme called Lab in Cab (JNAANA VISTAR) where laboratory equipments are carried to rural schools for on the site demo and interaction to popularize basic sciences

Value added Course offered by the Department

Academic Year	Title of the course
2025-26	Essentials of Everyday Physics

Discipline Specific Elective Courses offered by the Department

Semester	Title of the Course
III	Interdisciplinary Physics
IV	Astrophysics and Indian knowledge system

Star College Scheme

Did You Know ?

“One of the all-time great physicists and Nobel Laureate Louis de Broglie was basically a student of History it is the passion that really matters”.

Association & Activities

The Physics Students’ Association “Spectra” is a forum that brings together undergraduate students passionate about exploring the wonders of physics. The association aims to nurture curiosity, creativity, and scientific thinking through a variety of activities such as seminars, workshops, quizzes, exhibitions, and outreach programs. It provides a platform for students to discuss ideas, engage in research-oriented projects, and develop skills beyond the classroom. Through collaborative learning and innovation, the association strives to inspire a deeper appreciation of physics and its role in understanding the universe.

UG Department of physics in association with IQAC conducted a state level webinar on 25th July 2020 on the topic COMET NEOWISE .
Department of Physics had arranged a guest lecture on TECHNIQUES OF SCIENTIFIC AND TECHNICAL WRITING on 18 th September 2020
The Department of Physics has organised a National Webinar on “Curiosity,Imagination & Knowledge”on 3rd October 2020
Department of Physics conducted guest lecture on “Quantum mechanics “ on 3rd and 4th of January 2021. Dr Amrith Bhide, Regional Eng. college , KaraikalP , was the resource person.
department of physics and IQAC in association with regional science centre pilikula, Mangalore, organized a webinar on the topic BLACK HOLES on 25th January -2021
Dept of Physics conducted a webinar on WONDERS OF SKY on 22nd July 2021
Department of physics and IQAC in association with regional science centre pilikula, Mangalore, organized a webinar on the topic NUCLEAR ENERGY- BOON OR BANE TO MANKIND on 28th of January 2021
Department of physics and IQAC in association with regional science centre Pilikula, Mangalore, organized a webinar on the topic ANKEYOLAGINA ANATHA on 02nd February 2021
Department of Physics organised Webinar on WONDERS OF SKY on 22nd July 2021
Department of Physics conducted a two day workshop on “ROBOTICS AND HOME AUTOMATION” on 20 and 21st October 2023
Department of Physics conducted a National Level Seminar on Scientific heritage of India on 26th February 2024 in association with Department of Sanskrit, Mathematics, Physics Teachers association and Centre of Indian Knowledge system IKS division New Delhi

Community Orientation

Department of Physics conducted an awareness programme on 23rd December 2021 on the topic "ENERGY CONSERVATION "as a part of Social responsibility series programme in GOVT school Badanaje
Awareness programme on ENERGY CONSERVATION as a part of Social responsibility series programme in Mundaje Highschool Mundaje on 03rd of February 2022

Field Visit

An educational field visit was conducted to "MISSION OPERATION COMPLEX" and" INDIAN DEEP SPACE NETWORK(IDSN) ISTRACK", ISRO, BANGALORE and Vishweshwarayya Museum on 01st and 02nd February 2024
As a part of educational field visit a team of faculty and students visited HAL museum at Bengaluru and visited ISTRAC-ISRO’s Deep space Network on 10th and 11th of March 2025. Sttudents had the opportunity to learn about satellite communication and the mission control operations.

Research outputs

Research outputs

Ms. Apeksha Jain has registered for Ph.D. under Mangalore University
Ms. Namratha Jain S has registered for Ph.D. under VTU Belagavi
Ms. Sowmya K has registered for Ph.D. under Mangalore University

Publication

Sahana K, Sowmya K, “Planar Rectangular Microstrip Patch Antenna Array with Corporate-Feed Network for Gain Enhancement”, International Journal for Research in Applied Science & Engineering Technology (IJRASET), 2024, Vol. 12, p-p 1-5, ISSN: 2321-9653
Satheeshchandra S, Haleshappa D, Rohith S, Jayarama A, Shetty N. Novel benzofuran based chalcone material for potential nonlinear optical application. Physica B: Condensed Matter. 2019 May 1;560:191-6.
Satheeshchandra S, Shetty N. Crystal structure of (2E)-1-(1-benzofuran-2-yl)-3-(2-bromophenyl) prop-2-en-1-one monohydrate. Acta Crystallographica Section E: Crystallographic Communications. 2015 Nov 1;71(11):o840-1. DOI 10.1107/S2056989015018897
Satheeshchandra S, BM, Haleshappa D, Jayarama A, Shetty N, Pinto R. Synthesis, growth and structural characterization of 1-(furan-2-yl)-3-(2, 4, 6-trimethoxyphenyl) prop-2-en-1-one crystal. Materials Today: Proceedings. 2020 Mar 30. Proceedings. doi.org/10.1016/j.matpr.2020.02.900
Satheeshchandra, S., Namratha, W.N., Haleshappa, D., Jayarama, A., Shetty, N. and Pinto, R. Novel methyl furan based chalcone material for potential nonlinear optical applications. Materials Today: Proceedings. 2020 Mar 22. doi.org/10.1016/j.matpr.2020.02.789
Satheeshchandra, S., Namratha, W.N., Haleshappa, D., Jayarama, A., Shetty, N. and Pinto, R. Third order non-linear optical properties of novel furan based organic crystal. Materials Today: Proceedings. 2020 Mar 31. doi.org/10.1016/j.matpr.2020.02.867
Kakathkar N, Shashishekara&Shetty N. Intensive Study of Performance of Microstrip antenna of Circular Parasitic Patches.International Journal of Research in Modern Engineering and emerging Technology. 2014 Aug- Sept; 2(3);ISSN :2320- 6586
Kakathkar N, Shashishekara. Intensive study of resonance frequency of circular patch antenna with additional lobes. International Journal of Engineering Research and Technology, 2014 Oct; 3(10), P 806-809. ISSN:2278- 0181

Paper Presentation

Apeksha Jain, presented paper titled “Synthesis and characterisation of Bismuth ferrite nanoparticle” , national conference on “Bridging the many phases of matter” (NCBMPM)2025, SDM college, Ujire March 14th & 15th 2025.
Satheeshchandra, S., presented paper titled “Synthesis, growth, and characterization of a novel NLO material 1-(5-methylfuran-2-yl)-3-(4-nitrophenyl)prop-2-en-1-one” National conference on Smart Materials and Technologies for Emerging Electronics “NC-SMTEE-2013” MITE, Moodabidri, March 8-9, 2013
Satheeshchandra, S., presented paper titled “Growth and characterization of 1-(5-methylfuran-2-yl)-3-(3,4 dichlorophenyl)prop-2-en-1-one a potential NLO Material” National conference on Smart Materials and Technologies for Emerging Electronics “NC-SMTEE-2013” MITE, Moodabidri, March 8-9, 2013
Satheeshchandra, S., presented paper titled “Superior Characteristics of 1-(furan-2-yl)-3-(3,4,5-trimethoxyphenyl)prop-2-en-1-one single crystal: A potential NLO material” International conference on Smart Materials and Technologies for Emerging Electronics “IC-SMTEE-2016” SCEM-Mangalore, February 17-18, 2016
Satheeshchandra, S., presented paper titled Synthesis, growth and characterization of 1-(1-benzofuran-2-yl) -3-(2-bromophenyl)prop-2-en-1-one crystals, International conference on Smart Materials and Technologies for Emerging Electronics “IC-SMTEE-2016” SCEM-Mangalore, February 17-18, 2016