Ms. Pooja Yadav | NIT Warangal | India
Ms. Pooja Yadav is a dedicated researcher in Physics at the National Institute of Technology, Warangal, with a strong focus on functional materials and sustainable energy storage systems. Her work emphasizes the conversion of industrial waste into valuable electrode materials for supercapacitors, aligning with the global vision of waste-to-wealth. With a strong academic background and hands-on research expertise, she has significantly contributed to the field of material science, particularly in synthesizing eco-friendly electrodes and improving their electrochemical performance. Her innovative approach combines sustainability and advanced technology, showcasing her commitment to addressing energy challenges through cutting-edge research.
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Education
Ms. Pooja Yadav pursued her Doctor of Philosophy in Physics at the National Institute of Technology, Warangal, where she submitted her thesis on sustainable electrode fabrication from industrial byproducts for energy storage applications under the guidance of Prof. P. Abdul Azeem. She holds a Master of Science in Physics from the Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar, where she conducted a project on gallium oxide thin films for high-power electronics under Prof. Mukesh Kumar. Her academic journey began with a Bachelor of Science in Physics from Maharishi Dayanand University, Rohtak, where she developed a strong foundation in physical sciences.
Professional Experience
Ms. Pooja Yadav has been actively engaged in teaching and research at the National Institute of Technology, Warangal. She has contributed as a teaching mentor for undergraduate and postgraduate students in Physics laboratory courses, covering experiments in optics, mechanics, and material characterization. Alongside teaching, she has conducted advanced research in material synthesis, characterization, and electrochemical studies, with a special focus on fabricating cost-effective supercapacitors from industrial waste. Her professional journey reflects a blend of academic instruction and impactful research, contributing both to student learning and the advancement of sustainable energy technologies. She continues to inspire through research and teaching.
Awards and Recognition
Ms. Pooja Yadav has received recognition for her academic and extracurricular excellence throughout her career. She was awarded the national GATE fellowship for her doctoral research, supporting her advanced work in material science and energy storage. Beyond academics, she has actively participated in sports, representing her institution at the INTER IIT Sports Meet held at IIT Madras. At NIT Warangal, she achieved first positions in both singles and doubles badminton tournaments organized by the Department of Physics. She also captained a team in the Scholar Badminton Premier League, demonstrating leadership and excellence in co-curricular activities alongside her research achievements.
Research Skills
Ms. Pooja Yadav possesses extensive research skills in the synthesis and characterization of functional materials. She is proficient in thin-film deposition techniques, including thermal evaporation, spin coating, dip coating, and spray pyrolysis. Her expertise extends to electrochemical characterization methods such as cyclic voltammetry, charge-discharge analysis, and impedance spectroscopy. She has hands-on experience with structural and morphological tools like XRD, FESEM, FTIR, XPS, UV-VIS, and BET analysis. Her doctoral research explored sustainable electrode fabrication using industrial byproducts, achieving notable advancements in supercapacitor performance. These skills reflect her ability to integrate experimental techniques with innovative approaches in the field of energy materials.
Notable Publications
Optical and structural properties of cost-effective nanostructured calcium titanate blue phosphor
Author: P Yadav, RP Rao, PA Azeem
Journal: Ceramics International 49 (4), 6314-6323
Year: 2023
Citations: 8
Novel industrial biomass derived materials for super capacitor application in powering up electronic gadgets
Author: P Yadav, PA Azeem, S Patel, G Mahar, R Yadav, H Borkar
Journal: Journal of Energy Storage 97, 112653
Year: 2024
Citations: 7
Cost-effective akermanite derived from industrial waste for working electrodes in supercapacitor applications
Author: P Yadav, MK Raju, RK Samudrala, M Gangadhar, J Pani, H Borkar, …
Journal: New Journal of Chemistry 47 (7), 3255-3265
Year: 2023
Citations: 7
Color‐Tunable Eu3+, Eu2+‐Activated CaSiO3 Nano Phosphor Extract from Agricultural‐Recycling‐Food‐Waste Materials for Display Applications
Author: M Krishnam Raju, RK Samudrala, P Yadav, PA Azeem
Journal: Advanced Photonics Research 4 (6), 2200266
Year: 2023
Citations: 5
Red luminescence CaSiO3: Eu3+ eco-friendly nontoxic phosphor derived from biomass for display and latent finger print applications
Author: MK Raju, P Yadav, M Gangadhar, S Patel, RK Samudrala, A Kumari, …
Journal: Results in Chemistry 11, 101838
Year: 2024
Citations: 1
Conclusion
Ms. Pooja Yadav stands out as a promising researcher dedicated to advancing sustainable solutions in energy storage technologies. Her academic achievements, combined with her research on functional materials and eco-friendly supercapacitors, highlight her commitment to addressing pressing global energy challenges. With a strong foundation in material science, extensive laboratory expertise, and recognition for both academic and extracurricular excellence, she continues to contribute meaningfully to her field. Her ability to integrate waste management with high-performance energy devices underlines her innovative approach. She remains committed to impactful research and teaching, inspiring future scientists in the field of physics and materials.