About
Dr. Mohini Panday is an Assistant Professor in the School of Pure and Applied Sciences, RV University. She holds a Ph.D. in Physics, with research expertise in nanomaterials, semiconductor thin films, metal oxide-based functional materials, and sensing technologies. Her research primarily focuses on the synthesis and characterization of TiO₂:SnO₂ nanocomposite thin films for humidity and gas sensing applications. Her work encompasses the investigation of structural, morphological, optical, and electrical properties of nanocomposite thin films and their correlation with sensing performance.
Dr. Panday’s research interests include metal oxide nanocomposites, semiconductor thin films, nanostructured materials, humidity and gas sensors, thin-film technology, and advanced materials characterization. Her research aims to develop functional nanomaterials with enhanced sensing performance and explore their potential applications in environmental monitoring, industrial safety, and emerging sensor technologies.
At RV University, Dr. Panday is committed to strengthening the university’s research and academic ecosystem through interdisciplinary research, collaborative projects, and student mentorship. Her expertise in nanomaterials and thin-film-based sensing technologies can contribute to developing innovative research directions, fostering interdisciplinary collaborations, and creating opportunities for student-led experimental research. She integrates research with teaching to promote scientific curiosity, critical thinking, and practical problem-solving skills, while contributing to a vibrant culture of innovation and research excellence at RV University.
Mohini Panday, Gaurav K. Upadhyay, L.P. Purohit*"Sb incorporated SnO2 nanostructured thin films for CO2 gas sensing and humidity sensing applications", Journal of Alloys and Compounds 904 (2022) 164053 Link: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jallcom.2022.164053
MOHINI PANDAY, GAURAV K UPADHYAY and L P PUROHIT*"Effect of Li doping on passivation of trap states and improvement in charge transport in TiO2 thin films", Pramana – J. Phys. (2021) 95:132 Link: https://doi.org/10.1007/s12043-021-02167-0
Semiconductor thin-film fabrication using physical and solution-based deposition techniques.
Metal oxide semiconductors, doped systems and nanocomposites structures.
Structural, optical, electrical, and surface characterization of semiconductor thin films.
Doping and compositional engineering of semiconductor materials for enhanced sensing performance.
Humidity and gas sensors based on semiconductor thin films and nanostructured materials.
Impedance Measurements and electrical characterization of semiconductor-based sensing devices.
Sensor response, sensitivity, selectivity, and response/recovery characteristics under controlled environments.
Thin-film and nanostructured devices for emerging gas and humidity sensing applications.
Research Interests
Semiconductor Thin-Film Technology, Metal Oxide Semiconductors, Doping and Compositional Engineering, Nanostructured Functional Materials, Nanocomposites, Thin-Film Gas sensors and Humidity Sensors, Sensing Performance and Device Characterization, Surface and Interface Characterization, Structure–Property–Performance Correlations, Semiconductor-Based Sensing Devices, Environmental Monitoring
Best Innovative Teacher (2024)
Received the "Best Innovative Teacher Award" for excellence in innovative teaching, fostering student-centered learning, and achieving outstanding academic results through effective and engaging pedagogical practices.
National Prize (First Position) at IAPT National Convention (2017)
Awarded First Position at the IAPT National Convention 2017 in recognition of outstanding performance, academic excellence, and significant achievement at the national level.
Assistant Professor
School of Pure and Applied Sciences
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