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

Open Elective Papers

Sl. No. Semester Title of the elective papers
1 I Physics in Time line
2 II Space Mission
3 III/IV Physics in Daily Life

Star College Scheme

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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
Community Orientation
Research Output
Scheme & Syllabus
Name of the departmental association SPECTRA
An association of Physics enthusiasts
Objectives
  1. To provide a platform to develop soft skills among students
  2. To develop leadership qualities among students
  3. To conduct guest lectures/workshops/competitions
  4. To organize hands on training programs
  5. To develop communication skills/writing skills etc.
  6. To conduct alumni interaction programs
Association structure
  1. President
  2. Vice president
  3. Secretary
  4. Joint secretary
  5. Event manager
  6. Wall magazine in-charge
  7. E bulletin coordinator
  8. Editorial board
  9. Members

Community Orientation

  • The Department regularly 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.
  • The department conducts Share lecture series for the students of Nearby High schools.
  • The department joins hands with NSS/Social Responsibility Series Committee to maintain green and clean campus.
  • The department guides school students to take up small research projects.

Research outputs

  • Ms.Rashmi N., has Registered for Ph.D. under VTUniversity on the topic “Synthesis and characterisation of metal oxide based nanoparticles and nanocomposites for novel applications
  • Ms.Namratha has registered for Ph.D. under VTUniversity

Dr.Satheeshchandra, S.

  • Ph.D. from Tumkur University on the topic “Synthesis, growth and structural investigation of pi conjugated NLO materials”

Publication

  • 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. ActaCrystallographica Section E: Crystallographic Communications. 2015 Nov 1;71(11):o840-1. DOI 10.1107/S2056989015018897
  • Satheesh Chandra, 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

  • “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
  • “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
  • “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
  • Synthesis, growth and haracterization 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

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