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