Komal
Ph.D. Physics
I am pursuing a PhD in Physics at the University of Kentucky, focusing on materials science and condensed matter physics, with the goal of a career in research. My academic path, from excelling in high school physics to achieving distinction in both my undergraduate and master’s studies, has been shaped by exploring material properties and applications. My research experience spans polymer modification, energy storage, and water purification, using techniques like UV-visible spectroscopy, SEM, and GXRD.
Contact Information
kko291@uky.edu
Room-250 CP building
Education
• High School: Completed in April 2017, majoring in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, with minors in English and Physical Education, achieving a remarkable 95.6%.
• Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.): Enrolled from 2017 to 2020, majoring in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, with minors in English, Hindi, and Computer Fundamentals. Graduated with distinction in September 2020, attaining 87.34%.
• Master of Science (M.Sc.): Specialized in Materials Science from 2020 to 2022, completing the program in May 2022 with an outstanding CGPA of 9.35/10. Gained comprehensive knowledge in areas such as quantum mechanics, condensed matter physics, solid-state physics, and statistical mechanics.
• Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.): Enrolled from August 2022 to May 2024, focusing on Physical Sciences and Mathematics. Completed this two-year program, which enhanced my teaching skills and prepared me for a career in academia.
• PhD Aspirations: Currently pursuing a PhD in Physics at the University of Kentucky, driven by a passion for research in condensed matter and materials science. This program will deepen my understanding of materials and enable me to contribute to significant discoveries in my field.
• Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.): Enrolled from 2017 to 2020, majoring in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, with minors in English, Hindi, and Computer Fundamentals. Graduated with distinction in September 2020, attaining 87.34%.
• Master of Science (M.Sc.): Specialized in Materials Science from 2020 to 2022, completing the program in May 2022 with an outstanding CGPA of 9.35/10. Gained comprehensive knowledge in areas such as quantum mechanics, condensed matter physics, solid-state physics, and statistical mechanics.
• Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.): Enrolled from August 2022 to May 2024, focusing on Physical Sciences and Mathematics. Completed this two-year program, which enhanced my teaching skills and prepared me for a career in academia.
• PhD Aspirations: Currently pursuing a PhD in Physics at the University of Kentucky, driven by a passion for research in condensed matter and materials science. This program will deepen my understanding of materials and enable me to contribute to significant discoveries in my field.
Affiliations
- Physics & Astronomy