Professor Utpal S. Joshi, Ph.D. is a senior faculty member in the Department of Physics at Gujarat University, Ahmedabad (India). He has been an active researcher and academic in experimental condensed matter physics, with expertise in oxide electronics, thin-film processing, nanomaterials and functional electronic materials. He has served on the faculty at Gujarat University since 2005, progressing from Associate Professor to full Professor. (gu.irins.org)
Academic Background & Position
Professor Joshi obtained his Ph.D. from Saurashtra University before joining the Department of Physics at Gujarat University. His research lab focuses on electronic materials synthesis and characterization, particularly in thin films, nanostructures and oxide-based electronic systems. (gu.irins.org)
Research Focus & Contributions
Prof. Joshi’s contributions lie primarily in experimental condensed matter and materials physics, including:
- Thin film materials and oxide electronics — synthesis and electrical characterization of thin-film heterostructures with functional properties. (nanotechnology-conferences.sciencefather.com)
- Nanomaterials and functional oxides — exploration of how nanoscale structure influences electronic, magnetic and dielectric behavior. (nanotechnology-conferences.sciencefather.com)
- Ion-beam modification of materials — studies on how swift heavy ion irradiation alters resistive switching and functional properties of heterostructures (e.g., BSFO/CFO/LNO systems). (nanotechnology-conferences.sciencefather.com)
- Electronic device-relevant material systems — including 2D electron gases in quaternary InAlGaN/GaN structures and optoelectronic interfaces like CuCrO₂/Si heterojunctions. (nanotechnology-conferences.sciencefather.com)
These areas contribute toward next-generation electronics, sensors and nanoelectronic devices.
Publication Record & Bibliometrics
According to academic identity platforms (e.g., IRINS and Vidwan profiles):
- Total publications: At least 11 indexed scholarly works, including journal articles and conference papers, spanning research on functional materials and condensed matter physics. (gu.irins.org)
- Citation impact: His indexed publications have garnered ~20 citations, with a reported h-index of ~2 (based on academic identity aggregators). (gu.irins.org)
- Collaborations: His co-author network involves ~19 collaborators, indicating involvement in multi-institution research teams. (gu.irins.org)
Clarivate Web of Science and Scopus metrics may vary (e.g., some work may not yet be fully indexed in those databases due to journal coverage).
Representative & Recent Research Outputs
Recent journal and conference papers with Prof. Joshi as co-author include:
- Enhanced quantum oscillations and scattering effects in quaternary InAlGaN/GaN 2D electron gas — Applied Physics Letters (2023). (nanotechnology-conferences.sciencefather.com)
- Magnetic field control and swift heavy ion beam assisted tuning of resistive switching in BSFO/CFO/LNO heterostructures — Physica Scripta (2023). (nanotechnology-conferences.sciencefather.com)
- Dielectric spectroscopy and magnetoelectric coupling in Fe-doped calcium cobalt manganite films — Journal of Vacuum Science and Technology A (2023). (nanotechnology-conferences.sciencefather.com)
- 120 MeV Au⁹⁺ swift heavy ion irradiation of BaM/LSMO bilayers — Radiation Physics and Chemistry (2022). (nanotechnology-conferences.sciencefather.com)
These works reflect his engagement with experimental materials science and ion-modification effects on electronic and magnetic heterostructures. (nanotechnology-conferences.sciencefather.com)
Books & Scholarly Chapters
There is no widely catalogued authored textbook or monograph under his name in major book databases. His primary scholarly communication appears to be in peer-reviewed research articles and proceedings — consistent with many experimental condensed matter physicists.
International Cooperation & Projects
Professor Joshi’s work, especially in oxide electronics and heterostructure functionalization, often involves collaborative co-authorship with researchers from other Indian institutions and possibly international contributors, although explicit large-scale international project affiliations (e.g., major EU or NSF grants) are not publicly documented in available profiles.
Many of the materials physics publications likely stem from multi-institution research groups that may include collaborators with shared expertise in thin films and nanostructures, reflecting interdisciplinary and cross-institution engagement typical in the field. (nanotechnology-conferences.sciencefather.com)
Teaching & Academic Leadership
At Gujarat University, Prof. Joshi:
- Teaches advanced physics courses in condensed matter and materials science. (gu.irins.org)
- Mentors graduate students and postgraduate projects, contributing to the development of experimental physicists trained in thin-film and nanomaterials techniques.
His role helps bridge university teaching and laboratory research, boosting the institution’s profile in materials physics.
Summary
Professor Utpal S. Joshi is a condensed matter physicist and materials researcher at Gujarat University, Ahmedabad, specializing in thin-film oxide electronics, functional nanomaterials and ion-beam influenced properties. His publication record includes ~11 indexed research outputs, with a growing citation footprint and collaborative network. Through experimental work in materials synthesis and characterization, Prof. Joshi contributes to advancing understanding of functional electronic materials relevant to sensors, devices and nanoelectronics.