Dr. Mahesh B. Hiremath

Ph.D. Graduate in Nanoscience & Physics Researcher

Hyderabad, IN.

About

A highly accomplished Ph.D. graduate in Physics with extensive expertise in nanoscience and advanced materials characterization, leveraging 4 years of academic and research experience to drive innovation. Proven ability to conduct cutting-edge experimental research, publish findings in high-impact journals, and mentor junior scientists, contributing significantly to sensor technology and material science advancements.

Work

Davangere University

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Research Scholar

Davangere, Karnataka, India

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Summary

Led advanced nanoscience research, culminating in a Ph.D. in Physics focused on nanostructured materials, while actively contributing to academic and research initiatives.

Highlights

Spearheaded advanced experimental research in nanoscience, synthesizing diverse nanoparticles and nanocomposites with polymers to significantly advance sensor technology applications.

Authored and co-authored 6 peer-reviewed journal articles and 1 book chapter in prestigious publications like Materials Today: Proceedings and Hybrid Advances, enhancing academic visibility and disseminating critical research.

Secured and managed participation in multiple funded projects, including those supported by the Vision Group of Science and Technology (VGST KFIST), ensuring successful project execution and research outcomes.

Presented novel research findings at 7 international and national conferences, including the ICEEMS-2025, effectively communicating complex scientific concepts to global academic audiences.

Mentored and trained junior researchers and M.Sc. students, fostering their skill development and cultivating enthusiasm for scientific exploration within the research group.

Shaheen, Roshan Planets and Morarji Desai Pu College Kamathan

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Lecturer

Bidar, Karnataka, India

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Summary

Delivered comprehensive physics education and competitive exam coaching to pre-university and degree-level students, fostering academic growth and preparation.

Highlights

Provided expert coaching for highly competitive examinations including CET, JEE, and NEET, preparing students for advanced studies in science and engineering.

Implemented modern pedagogical approaches, including Project-based Learning, Blended Learning, and Flipped Classroom, to enhance student engagement and understanding of complex physics concepts.

Guided students through challenging academic curricula, contributing to their successful preparation for higher education and professional scientific careers.

Education

Davangere University

Davangere, Karnataka, India
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Ph.D. Physics (Nanoscience) Grade:

L.K College, Bidar

Bidar, Karnataka, India
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Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) Education Grade:

Gulbarga University, Kalburgi

Kalburgi, Karnataka, India
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Master of Science (M.Sc.) Physics Grade:

B.V.B College, Bidar

Bidar, Karnataka, India
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Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Physics Grade:

Karnataka Pu College, Bidar

Bidar, Karnataka, India
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Pre-University Course (PUC) Science Grade:

Karnataka High School Bidar

Bidar, Karnataka, India
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Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) General Studies Grade:

Awards

Best Poster Presentation Award (2nd prize)

S. B. Arts and K.C. Science College Vijayapura

Awarded 2nd prize for outstanding poster presentation on the development of Ag2O/PVA Nanocomposites for Gas Sensing application at the ICEEMS-2025 International Conference.

Publications

Development of Ag/Ag2O/PVA nanocomposites for gas sensing applications (To be communicated).

Development of Ag/Ag2O/PVA nanocomposites for gas sensing applications (To be communicated).

Synthesis and Photocatalytic Activity of Polymer Capped Ag Nanoparticles (Under Review).

Synthesis and Photocatalytic Activity of Polymer Capped Ag Nanoparticles (Under Review).

Optical and structural properties of CMC-capped Ag2O nanoparticles. (Communicated).

Optical and structural properties of CMC-capped Ag2O nanoparticles (Communicated).

Facile synthesis and Characterization of Ag2O/PVA nanocomposites for photocatalytic applications (To be communicated).

Facile synthesis and Characterization of Ag2O/PVA nanocomposites for photocatalytic applications (To be communicated).

S. C. Sharath, Vismitha S. Patil, B. Maheshkumar, Optical Sensing and Photocatalytic Dye Degradation using Blue-Luminescent Graphene Quantum Dots” Journal Particles and particles System Characterization. (2025)0:00183.

Journal Particles and particles System Characterization.

Optical Sensing and Photocatalytic Dye Degradation using Blue-Luminescent Graphene Quantum Dots.

B. Maheshkumar, V. S. Patil, Nagaveni G. H., R. M. Gunnagol, M. A. Gadyal and M. Ν. Kalasad, Synthesis and Characterization of Silver Nanoparticles for Photocatalytic Application", Hybrid Advances, 10, (2025) 100417.

Hybrid Advances

Synthesis and Characterization of Silver Nanoparticles for Photocatalytic Application.

Santosh R. Mannopantar, B. Maheshkumar, D. Ramesh, A.S. Lalasangi, H.H. Bendigeri, M.N. Kalasad, Vijay. K. Kulkarni, Effect of Ag2O nanoparticles on the excited state dipole moment of a novel BMNFC molecules through solvatochromic shift method, Spectrochimica Acta Part A: Molecular and Biomolecular Spectroscopy 326 (2025) 125190.

Spectrochimica Acta Part A: Molecular and Biomolecular Spectroscopy

Effect of Ag2O nanoparticles on the excited state dipole moment of a novel BMNFC molecules through solvatochromic shift method.

Nayana I. Sattigeri, Vismitha S. Patil, S. C. Sharath, G. H. Nagaveni, B. Maheshkumar, Raghu M. Gunnagol, M. A. Mawazzan, M. K. Rabinal, and M. N. Kalasad, Synthesis, Structural Characterization, and Photocatalytic Application of ZnS Quantum Dots, Part. Part. Syst. Charact. (2024), 2400204.

Part. Part. Syst. Charact.

Synthesis, Structural Characterization, and Photocatalytic Application of ZnS Quantum Dots.

G. H. Nagaveni, B. Maheshkumar, S.V. Halse, M. N. Kalasad, Optical and electrical properties of amine functionalized CeO2 nanoparticles, Chemical Physics Impact 8 (2024)100522.

Chemical Physics Impact

Optical and electrical properties of amine functionalized CeO2 nanoparticles.

V. S. Patil, N. I. Sattigeri, B. Maheshkumar, Nagaveni G. H., R. M. Hodlur, S. V. Halse, S. R. Inamdar and M. N. Kalasad, Metal Oxide Nanocrystals- Optoelectronic Applications in the Handbook of Emerging Materials for Sustainable Energy, edited by Naveen V. Kulkarni, Boris I. Kharisov. Elsevier Science, (2023).

Elsevier Science

Metal Oxide Nanocrystals- Optoelectronic Applications in the Handbook of Emerging Materials for Sustainable Energy (Book Chapter).

B. Maheshkumar, V.S. Patil, H.J. Amith, D.H. Manjunath, S. V. Halse and M.N. Kalasad, Synthesis of Ag nanoparticles capped by thiol molecules, Materials Today: Proceedings 67(2022) 201-204.

Materials Today: Proceedings

Synthesis of Ag nanoparticles capped by thiol molecules.

Languages

English

Certificates

6-Day Online Faculty Development Program “Recent Advances in Biomaterials for implants"

Amity Institute of Pharmacy, Amity University

Hands-On Workshop on Rietveld Refinement of X-Ray Diffraction (RRD)

Centre for Advanced Computational Research, New Delhi

Hands-On Workshop on USIC Instruments

Davangere University

Workshop on Particle Characterization Techniques (PCT-2022)

Satyabhama Institute of Science and Technology

One Day Webinar on “Basics of Crystallography and XRD”

SRM Institute of Science and Technology

One Day Webinar on “Particle Accelerators: Current and Future Applications"

Department of Studies in Physics, Davangere University

One Day Webinar on “Advanced Materials for Energy Applications"

Department of Studies in Physics Mangalore University

Skills

Research & Development

Nanoscience, Nanoparticle Synthesis, Nanocomposites, Material Science, Sensor Technology, Experimental Design, Data Analysis, Scientific Writing, Publication, Presentation, Project Management, Academic Coordination, Catalytic Applications, Optical Property Characterization, Electrical Property Characterization.

Laboratory Instruments

UV-Visible Absorption, FTIR Spectroscopy, Photoluminescence Spectroscopy, Cyclic Voltammetry (CV), Linear Sweep Voltammetry (LSV), Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (EIS), Gas Sensor Experimental Setup, X-Ray Diffraction (XRD).

Software & Tools

Origin (Data Analysis), X-pert Hi-Score (XRD Analysis), Image-J (Image Processing), MS Office Suite.

Teaching & Mentorship

Project-Based Learning, Blended Learning, Flipped Classroom, Conventional Teaching Methods, Student Mentorship, Curriculum Delivery, Competitive Exam Coaching (CET, JEE, NEET).

Leadership & Collaboration

Academic Event Coordination, Stakeholder Engagement, Team Collaboration.

References

Prof. M.N. Kalasad

Professor, Dept. Of Studies in Physics, Davangere University, Davangere-577007, mnkalasad@gmail.com

Prof. V.M. Jali

Retired Professor, Dept. of Physics, Gulbarga University, Kalburgi-574199, vmjali@gmail.com

Prof. B. R. Kerur

Senior Professor, Dept. of Physics, Gulbarga University, Kalaburagi-574199, kerurbrk@gmail.com

Projects

Growth and Characterization of Ag2O Nanocrystals

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Summary

Mini-project undertaken during M.Sc. IV semester, exploring the growth and characterization of Ag2O Nanocrystals.

Synthesis and Characterization of Cu2O/rGO Nanocomposites

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Summary

Mini-project undertaken during M.Sc. IV semester, focused on the synthesis and characterization of Cu2O/rGO Nanocomposites.

Growth and Characterization of Silver Nanoparticles (Ag NPs)

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Summary

Mini-project undertaken during M.Sc. IV semester, focusing on the synthesis and characterization of Ag NPs.