Bibhas Kumar Dutta | Spectroscopy | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Bibhas Kumar Dutta | Spectroscopy | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at Sree Chaitanya College, India

Dr. Bibhas Kumar Dutta is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at Sree Chaitanya College, Habra, affiliated with West Bengal State University. With over two decades of experience in theoretical and experimental physics, Dr. Dutta has made significant contributions to quantum optics, nonlinear optics, atomic physics, and coherent control in atomic systems. He earned his Ph.D. in Physics from Vidyasagar University in 2010, after completing B.Sc. and M.Sc. degrees from the University of Calcutta. Dr. Dutta has authored more than 40 research papers published in reputed international journals, with an h-index of 9 and over 330 citations. He is an active collaborator in interdisciplinary research and regularly mentors undergraduate and postgraduate students. Known for his depth in multi-wave-mixing processes and quantum coherence, Dr. Dutta continues to influence the field with pioneering work in optical phase control and atom localization.

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Education 

Dr. Bibhas Kumar Dutta has a strong academic background in physics. He completed his B.Sc. in Physics from the University of Calcutta in 1995, followed by an M.Sc. in Physics from the same university in 1997. His postgraduate education was marked by a solid foundation in theoretical and experimental physics. In recognition of his academic excellence, he was awarded the National Scholarship at both the 10+2 and graduation levels. In 2000, he qualified for the CSIR-NET with Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), a highly competitive national-level examination in India. He subsequently earned his Ph.D. in Physics from Vidyasagar University in 2010, where his research focused on quantum optics and coherent atomic systems. His educational journey reflects a consistent trajectory of academic excellence and deep engagement in frontier areas of physics.

Professional Experience

Dr. Bibhas Kumar Dutta has served as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at Sree Chaitanya College, Habra, for over a decade. Affiliated with West Bengal State University, his academic role includes teaching undergraduate physics, mentoring research projects, and guiding students in their academic development. Prior to his Ph.D., he was actively involved in collaborative research projects in spectroscopic analysis and optical physics. His academic career is distinguished by his research on light-matter interaction, multi-wave mixing, and coherent control in atomic and optical systems. Over the years, Dr. Dutta has collaborated with numerous eminent scientists and published extensively in international peer-reviewed journals. He also contributes as a reviewer for journals and frequently participates in national and international physics conferences. His balanced commitment to both teaching and research makes him a respected figure in the academic community.

Awards and Honors 

Dr. Bibhas Kumar Dutta has received several academic honors throughout his career. Notably, he was awarded the National Scholarship at both the higher secondary and undergraduate levels, recognizing his exceptional academic performance in early education. He qualified for the prestigious CSIR-NET with Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) in 2000, which enabled him to pursue advanced research in theoretical physics. Over the years, his scholarly work has gained attention in the scientific community, with more than 330 citations and an h-index of 9. His contributions to quantum optics and nonlinear phenomena have been acknowledged through his involvement in high-impact journals like Scientific Reports, Physical Review, Journal of Physics B, and Optics Communications. He has also served as a co-author and collaborator with various prominent physicists in India. While not yet a recipient of large-scale research grants, his consistent publication record and collaborative work mark him as a recognized expert in his field.

Research Interests 

Dr. Bibhas Kumar Dutta’s research interests lie in the domains of quantum optics, atomic and molecular physics, nonlinear optics, and coherent control techniques in atomic systems. He is particularly focused on studying multi-wave mixing phenomena, atom localization, quantum interference effects, and optical phase modulation. His work also includes the development of novel methods for spatial light modulation using structured light fields, vortex beams, and four-wave mixing processes. Dr. Dutta has investigated phase-coherent processes for controlling absorption, dispersion, and spontaneous emission in various atomic configurations. His interests extend to applications in quantum information science, high-precision spectroscopy, and optical communication technologies. With a deep understanding of atomic coherence, he aims to develop new techniques for manipulating quantum states in both cold and hot atomic ensembles. His research is both theoretical and semi-experimental, involving simulations and modeling based on realistic quantum systems and nonlinear media.

Research Skills 

Dr. Dutta possesses a diverse set of research skills centered around theoretical modeling and computational simulations in quantum optics and atomic physics. He has expertise in density matrix formalism, perturbative and non-perturbative methods, and solving complex differential equations related to atom-light interactions. He is proficient in using scientific programming tools such as MATLAB and Mathematica for simulating absorption spectra, coherence effects, and spatial localization patterns. Dr. Dutta is skilled in analyzing spontaneous emission, multi-photon interactions, and nonlinear optical effects in multi-level atomic systems. He also demonstrates strong analytical skills in phase engineering, optical trapping, and waveguide dynamics. His collaborative research has involved simulating phenomena like Autler-Townes splitting, Fano resonance, and PT symmetry breaking. With a background that includes experimental spectroscopy, he can bridge theoretical predictions with potential experimental verification, making his research highly impactful and practically oriented.

Publication Top Notes

  1. Dutta B.K. & Panchadhyayee P. (2025) – A new mechanism of off-axis helical phase engineering in spatial four-wave-mixing light at frequency up-conversion regime

  2. Panchadhyayee P., Banerjee A., & Dutta B.K. (2024) – Vortex beam induced spatial modulation of quantum-optical effects in a coherent atomic medium

  3. Banerjee A., Panchadhyayee P., & Dutta B.K. (2024) – Efficient control of three-dimensional atom localization via probe absorption in a phase-coherent atomic medium

  4. Banerjee A., Panchadhyayee P., & Dutta B.K. (2024) – Efficient control of high-precision three-dimensional atom localization via probe absorption in a five-level phase-coherent atomic system

  5. Dutta B.K. & Panchadhyayee P. (2023) – Generation of optical PT-antisymmetry in a coherent N-type atomic medium

  6. Panchadhyayee P. & Dutta B.K. (2022) – Spatially structured multi-wave-mixing induced nonlinear absorption and gain in a semiconductor quantum well

  7. Dutta B.K. et al. (2020) – Optical absorption microscopy of localized atoms at microwave domain

  8. Dutta B.K. et al. (2020) – Multi-wave-mixing-induced nonlinear modulation of diffraction peaks in an opto-atomic grating

  9. Dutta B.K. & Panchadhyayee P. (2020) – Fano-like interference induced modification of Autler-Townes doublet spectrum

  10. Panchadhyayee P. et al. (2019) – Field-induced superposition effects on atom localization via resonance fluorescence spectrum

  11. Dutta B.K. & Panchadhyayee P. (2018) – Modification of optical properties by adiabatic shifting of resonances in a four-level atom

  12. Dutta B.K. et al. (2018) – Role of tunneling induced coherence in modulation of absorption and dispersion in a quantum dot molecule

  13. Panchadhyayee P. et al. (2018) – Resonance fluorescence microscopy via three-dimensional atom localization

  14. Dutta B.K. & Panchadhyayee P. (2016) – Modification and control of coherence effects in spontaneous emission spectrum

  15. Bayal I. et al. (2015) – Multiphoton-process-induced coherence effects in a dissipative quantum system

  16. Bayal I. et al. (2015) – Simulation of coherently controlled population dynamics in a three-level atomic system

  17. Dutta B.K. (2014) – Fano-like line shape of spontaneous emission spectrum in a weakly driven two-level atom

  18. Dutta B.K. (2013) – Coherent control of narrow structures in absorption, transparency and dispersion

  19. Bayal I. et al. (2013) – Modulation of spatial propagation dynamics in a three-core linear directional coupler

  20. Dutta B.K. et al. (2013) – Coherent control of localization of a three-level atom

Prof. Dr. Zhou Xu | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Zhou Xu | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Zhou Xu , Analytical Chemistry , Assistant Dean at Changsha University of Science & Technology, China

Dr. Zhou Xu is a distinguished Professor and Assistant Dean at the School of Food Science and Bioengineering, Changsha University of Science and Technology. He earned his Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from Jiangnan University Specializing in food safety, bio sensing, and nanomaterials, Dr. Xu has led numerous national research projects focused on food quality monitoring and rapid detection technologies. With a proven record of innovative research, he has published extensively in top-tier journals like ACS Sensors, Analytical Chemistry, and Chemical Engineering Journal. His pioneering work in biosensors, nanozymes, and magnetic relaxation sensors has earned him multiple research grants and provincial awards. Dr. Xu is recognized for integrating interdisciplinary approaches involving chemistry, biology, and materials science to address critical food safety challenges. His leadership in scientific research and education continues to influence advancements in food science, public health, and nanotechnology applications.

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Summary of Suitability for Award:

Prof. Zhou Xu is highly suitable for nomination for the “Best Researcher Award.” He holds a Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry (2013) from Jiangnan University and currently serves as a Professor and Assistant Dean at the School of Food Science and Bioengineering, Changsha University of Science and Technology. His academic trajectory—from Lecturer to Professor—demonstrates steady and significant advancement based on merit. His research focus on biosensors, food safety detection, magnetic relaxation sensors, and nanozyme-based immunoassays has led to high-impact publications in prestigious journals like ACS Sensors, Analyst, Analytical Chemistry, and Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. Notably, many of his papers are published as first or corresponding author, reflecting his leadership in research projects. He has secured multiple national and provincial research grants totaling millions of RMB, notably presiding over projects under China’s National Key Research and Development Program. His ability to independently lead large-scale, cutting-edge research initiatives and translate them into real-world food safety applications highlights his excellence in innovation, scientific contribution, and societal impact.

🎓Education:

Dr. Zhou Xu began his academic journey with a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Biotechnology from Central South University of Forestry and Technology (2001–2005). He then pursued a Master of Science (M.S.) in Processing and Storage of Agricultural Products from the same university, graduating in 2009. Building on this strong foundation, Dr. Xu earned his Ph.D. in Food Nutrition and Safety (Physical Chemistry) from Jiangnan University in March 2013. His doctoral research focused on advanced methodologies for food quality assurance and safety analysis. Throughout his education, Dr. Xu consistently demonstrated excellence, laying the groundwork for a successful academic and research career. His interdisciplinary background spanning biotechnology, food science, and physical chemistry uniquely positions him to address complex issues at the intersection of food safety, nanotechnology, and biosensor development. His education equipped him with diverse skills crucial for his innovative contributions to food science research and technology.

🏢Work Experience:

Dr. Zhou Xu’s academic career began in January 2014 as a Lecturer at Changsha University of Science and Technology. His dedication and research achievements led to his promotion to Associate Professor in August 2018, and then to full Professor in January 2022. Currently, he also serves as the Assistant Dean of the School of Food Science and Bioengineering. Over the years, he has successfully led multiple major research projects funded by national and provincial agencies, focusing on intelligent food safety monitoring, rapid detection technologies, and biosensors. Dr. Xu’s professional journey reflects his strong leadership, mentorship of young researchers, and innovative project management. His deep expertise in bio sensing and nanomaterials has significantly advanced the field of food safety detection. Under his leadership, the university’s research capacity in biosensor technology has expanded greatly. He actively collaborates across disciplines to drive technological innovations addressing real-world food safety challenges.

🏅Awards: 

Dr. Zhou Xu has garnered numerous accolades throughout his illustrious career. He has been the recipient of the prestigious Fund for Excellent Youth of Hunan Province, recognizing his outstanding contributions to biosensor development for food safety (2022–2025). His projects have also secured significant funding from major national agencies, including the National Natural Science Foundation of China and the Natural Science Foundation of Hunan Province. Dr. Xu’s innovative work in food quality detection technologies has been praised for its practical impact and scientific excellence. His consistent success in obtaining competitive research grants highlights his reputation as a leading researcher in his field. Moreover, his work has earned him recognition in academic and government circles as a key contributor to the advancement of intelligent food safety monitoring systems. These awards and honors underline Dr. Xu’s exceptional dedication to scientific innovation, research excellence, and societal impact in the field of food science.

🔬Research Focus:

Dr. Zhou Xu’s research centers on the development of innovative biosensors and nanotechnology-based solutions for food safety detection. His work integrates magnetic relaxation switch sensors, nanozyme-based immunoassays, and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) to enhance sensitivity and speed in detecting contaminants like aflatoxin B1, cadmium ions, and bisphenol A. By designing intelligent detection platforms based on the Internet of Things (IoT) and advanced materials, Dr. Xu aims to revolutionize food quality supervision and rapid analysis. His studies focus heavily on improving catalytic mechanisms, developing dual-mode immunosensors (fluorescence and magnetic sensing), and constructing biomimetic materials for enhanced assay performance. Through interdisciplinary collaborations, Dr. Xu bridges chemistry, biology, and material science to address major food safety challenges. His research not only advances academic knowledge but also directly impacts industrial practices and public health regulations. Dr. Xu is committed to pioneering practical, scalable technologies for real-time food safety monitoring.

Publication Top Notes:

1.Title: Alanine Substitution to Determine the Effect of LR5 and YR6 Rice Peptide Structure on Antioxidant and Anti-Inflammatory Activity

2.Title: Formation and Characterization of Self-Assembled Rice Protein Hydrolysate Nanoparticles as Soy Isoflavone Delivery Systems

3.Title: Target-modulated UCNPs-AChE assembly equipped with microenvironment-responsive immunosensor
Authors: Zhou Xu et al.

4.Title: Peroxidase-mimetic activity of a nanozyme with uniformly dispersed Fe₃O₄ NPs supported by mesoporous graphitized carbon for determination of glucose

5.Title: Three-dimensional assembly and disassembly of Fe₃O₄-decorated porous carbon nanocomposite with enhanced transversal relaxation for magnetic resonance sensing of bisphenol A

6.Title: Assembly of USPIO/MOF nanoparticles with high proton relaxation rates for ultrasensitive magnetic resonance sensing

7.Title: Metal Organic Frame-Upconverting Nanoparticle Assemblies for the FRET Based Sensor Detection of Bisphenol A in High-Salt Foods

8.Title: Extraction of antioxidant peptides from rice dreg protein hydrolysate via an angling method

9.Title: A nanozyme-linked immunosorbent assay based on metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) for sensitive detection of aflatoxin B₁

10.Title: Aptamer-enhanced fluorescence determination of bisphenol A after magnetic solid-phase extraction using Fe₃O₄@SiO₂@aptamer

11.Title: Recent Advances in Porphyrin-Based Materials for Metal Ions Detection

12.Title: Metal-Organic Frameworks of MIL-100(Fe, Cr) and MIL-101(Cr) for Aromatic Amines Adsorption from Aqueous Solutions