Dr. Umesh Chandra Srivastava is a dedicated academician and researcher with more than 22 years of teaching and research experience in physics. He is currently serving as an Associate Professor, Department of Physics, Amity Institute of Applied Sciences, Amity University, Noida-U.P, where he has been contributing since 2006 in various academic and leadership capacities.

His academic journey includes roles as Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, Assistant Professor (Grade II & III), and Associate Professor, reflecting a steady progression built on excellence and commitment. Prior to joining Amity, he also served as a Lecturer at K.B. Post Graduate College, Mirzapur (2001–2003).

Research Contributions

Dr. Srivastava’s primary research interests lie in plasma physics, condensed matter physics, nanomaterials, and electromagnetic wave interactions. He has published 38 international and 2 national journal papers, along with research presented in conferences, proceedings, and seminars.

Notable achievements include:

• ISRO-funded Research Project (2012–2015) on “Interaction of Electromagnetic Wave with High Energetic Plasma in Uranus.”

• Contributions to materials science and nanotechnology, including gas sensing properties of CdS nanoparticles published in Materials Today Proceedings (Scopus indexed).

• Technical presentations in 16 international and national forums.

• Organized 11 academic events, including conferences, workshops, and symposia, contributing to the advancement of scientific discourse.

Academic Engagements

• Conferences Attended: 17

• Workshops Attended: 18

• Webinars: 14

• Seminars Attended: 05, including notable events such as:

  • “Recent Trends in Condensed Matter Physics” (IT-BHU, 2011)

  • “Nine Decades After Nobel Prize for Raman Effect” (Amity University, 2020)

  • “5G Innovations for Industrial 4.0” (Amity University, 2022)

  • “Self-Reliant India: Challenges and Prospects” (Dept. of Higher Education, UP Govt., 2020)

Through these engagements, Dr. Srivastava has actively contributed to the dissemination of knowledge, academic collaborations, and interdisciplinary research growth.

Professional Growth & Academic Service

Over the span of his career at Amity University, Dr. Srivastava has contributed to:

• Curriculum design and academic mentoring of graduate and postgraduate students.

• Promoting interdisciplinary linkages between physics, materials science, and applied sciences.

• Guiding young researchers in research projects and fostering an environment of academic excellence.

Eligibility for Excellent Academician Award

With his longstanding dedication to teaching, active research contributions, participation in international academic platforms, and leadership in organizing scientific events, Dr. Umesh Chandra Srivastava exemplifies the qualities of an excellent academician. His academic rigor, professional service, and commitment to scientific development make him highly deserving of the Excellent Academician Award in Scientific Laurels.