Department of Physics

Physics Research Centre

The department got sanctioned as the research centre under Mahatma Gandhi University in November 2019. Topics of research currently being pursued under the centre are Atmospheric Science and Material Science.

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Research Guides

• Dr Marina Aloysius  (Atmospheric Science)
• Dr Sherin Thomas (Material Science)
• Dr Jesly Jacob (Plasmonics)

Research Scholars

• Ms. Savitha Mathew
• Ms. Jasmine Mary Kuriakose
• Ms. Reethu Jayaprakash
• Ms. Ann Mary Jose
• Ms. Sruthy Xavier
• Ms. Anusree P J
• Ms. Jayamol P

CONVERGENCE

CONVERGENCE is a lecture series done exclusively by the students and for the students aimed at enhancing their presentation and communication skills. As part of the series following lectures were conducted :

2024-25

1. Aurora Borealis- by Josna Joji (III DC Physics) - 25 June 2024   
2. Attosecond Physics- by Seethalakshmi K Lal (II PG Physics) - 15 July 2024     
3. Touching Lives while Touching the Moon- by Daniel Mathew (I DC Physics) - 14 August 2024   
4. Stellar Evolution- by Devika S (II DC Physics) - 13 November 2024   
5. Quantum Computing- by Jessica Cherian (III DC Physics)- 19 February 2025

2023-24

1. Ms Shilpa Suresh of II DC Physics on “Introduction to Astrophysics” July 25, 2023.
2. Ms Meera Nanda of III DC Physics on the topic “Chandrayaan3 – Exploring the moon mysteries” on September 14, 2023.
3. Ms Rekha Suso of II PG Physics on the topic “Aditya L1: Unraveling the mysteries of the sun” on December 7, 2023
4. Ms A Aardra of I PG Physics on the topic “Photonics in nanoscale” on January 24, 2024

2021-2022

1. Ms Alona Cicy Jacob of II BSc Physics led the first session on14 August 2021. The topic of the session was “Hubble to James Webb Telescope -Eyes on the Sky”.
2. Ms Aparna J and  Ms Aleena Reji of III BSc Physics led the first session on16 October 2021. The topic of the session was “Exploring connection between galaxy and it’s central black hole”.
3. Ms Daya Sara Mathew and Ms A Aardra of I BSc Physics led the first session on 12 March 2022. The topic of the session was “Oscilloscope”.

   2020-2021

1.  Ms. Ganga S of III BSc Physics led the first session on 25th September, 2020. The topic of the session was “The ‘Dirty Snowballs’ and ‘Falling Stars”, an informative session on comets and its properties.
2.  Ms. Nimmy Annie Thomas of II MSc Physics led the second session on 2nd November, 2020. The topic of the session was ‘Exoplanets: An Introduction to our Neighbours’.
3. Ms. Jemi Maria Jose of III BSc Physics led the session on 22 February 2021. The topic of the session was ‘Gravitational Waves and LIGO’
4. 4Ms. Sophia Reji of I MSc Physics led the session on 22 April 2021. The topic of the session was ‘Quantum Entanglement: Spooky Action at a distance’.
5. Ms. Diya Joseph of II B Sc Physics led the session on 8 May 2021. The topic of the session was ‘Ingenuity: A Mars Expedition by NASA’.

SCIENTIFIC SENTINEL

Scientific Sentinel - Weekly Wave is a student-run science newsletter that delivers the latest research news and breakthroughs. Edited and published by student editors, it promotes science communication while honing their editorial skills.

• 2024-25: Ms Diya Susan Jacob, III BSc Physics was the chief editor. Find the 2024-25 editions here.

SOLARIS BUSINESS UNIT

SOLARIS is an entrepreneurial initiative of the Physics Department, operating under the Assumption Business Incubation Centre (ABIC). It specializes in manufacturing and selling energy-efficient products, including:

• Extension boards

• LED bulbs & tubes

• Other eco-friendly electrical solutions

Additionally, SOLARIS supports student creativity by offering handmade decorative items and food products. This business unit not only promotes sustainability but also provides students with hands-on experience in entrepreneurship and product development.

QUESTA

QUESTA is a webinar series initiated by the Postgraduate students of the Physics Department to enhance their organising, presentation and communication skills. Experts from various frontiers of research are invited to deliver the lectures. As part of the series following lectures were conducted :

2021-2022

1. The invited lecture was delivered by Prof Shailesh Sivan (Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science, Sacred Heart College, Thevara) on the topic- “Machine Learning In Digital Era” on 1 July 2021.

Alumna Lectures

Alumna Lectures are organised by the Physics Association to enrich and motivate the students. Renown alumni are invited to deliver the lectures. As part of the series, the following lectures were conducted:

1. Ms. Jasmine Mary Kuriakose, Research Fellow, Department of Physics, Assumption College Autonomous, Changanassery delivered a talk on “Cloud makers and sun blockers: the climate role of aeosols” on 04/03/2025.
2. Dr. Shalom Ann Mathews, Faculty, Department of Physics, Marian College Autonomous, Kuttikkanam delivered a talk on “Electromagnetic Spectrum and its Essence in Research” on 29/02/2024.
3. Dr Ann Rose Abraham led the session on the topic “Realization of Enhanced Magnetoelectric Coupling, Magnetic and Non-linear Optical attributes in Multiferroic Core-shell Nanostructures.” on 30 November 2019.
4. Dr Bubbly S G, Professor, Dept. of Physics & Electronics, Christ University, Bangalore, led the session on the topic “Towards Developing a Research Culture” on 21 November 2020.
5. Ms Seena Sarah Sajeev, Acoustic Consultant, Apex Acoustics, Newcastle upon Tyne, led the session on the topic “Master Courses and Job Prospects for Physics Graduates in the UK” on 19 February 2022.

Renowned Alumnae

• Dr Bindu Radhamany, Associate Professor, IIT Mandi (B Sc Physics- 1992-95)
• Dr Ligi Mary David, Senior Research Scientist, Bingham Research Center, Utah State University, Vernal, Utah (BSc Physics -2001- 04)
• Dr Bubbly S G, Professor, Department of Physics and Electronics, Christ (Deemed to be University), Bangalore (BSc Physics - 1988- 91)
• Ms Noble Tresa, Managing Director, Biswas Institute of Management Studies (MSc Physics - 1999- 2001)
• Dr Lakshmi S Mohan, Post-Doctoral Researcher, National Centre for Nuclear Research Warsaw, Poland (B Sc Physics- 2003- 06)
• Lt. Janet, Army Officer (B Sc Physics 2016-19)
• Smt.Arya Raphi, Additional Munsiff - II / JFMC VI, Neyyattinkara  (B Sc Physics 2012-15)

2024-25

• Assumption College Autonomous, Changanassery, secured the Best Performer Award (Second Prize) in the 'Celebrate, Share & Win' Competition organised by ISRO among the Arts and Science Colleges category under Zone 7 (Kerala, Mahe, Lakshadweep) for its exceptional contribution during National Space Day 2024.
• Gowrinandana M S, 3rd-year B.Sc. Physics student, was awarded the Best Volunteer (Female) title by Mahatma Gandhi University under the National Service Scheme (NSS) for the academic year 2023-24.
• Anusree S. and Lekshmi S.R. of 3rd-year B.Sc. Physics secured the First Prize in the University Level Quiz Competition held as part of the Energy Club Kerala Programme 2024-25. This event was jointly organized by the Energy Management Centre and Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, on January 31, 2025.
• Four students from II M.Sc. Physics – Nandhana Manoj, Seethalakshmi K. Lal, Ananya Raju, and Aryalakshmi M. Nair – were awarded the ASPIRE Research Award 2024-25 for carrying out their PG projects at various research institutions.
• Shine Maria Shaji, a III DC Physics student, was awarded the Cheriathundam Gold Medal for being the Best Outgoing Student from the Research and PG Department of Physics at Assumption College Autonomous, Changanassery.
• For the MG University Youth Festival, the following students bagged prizes:
  • Harisanker S (1 MSc Physics) – 2nd Prize – Light Music Vocal (Male)
  • Daniel Mathew (1 BSc Physics) – A Grade – Essay Writing (Hindi)
  • Shilpa Suresh (3 BSc Physics) – A Grade – English Short Story
  • Sivapriya S (3 BSc Physics) – A Grade – Malayalam Short Story
  • Daniel Mathew (1st BSc Physics) – A Grade – Hindi Poetry Recitation
  • Harisankar S (1st Year MSc Physics) – A Grade – Aksharaslokam
  • Archa Nanda Suresh, Almiya Shereef (2nd BSc Physics) – A Grade – Oppana(Group)
• Daniel Mathew of 1st Year Physics won the First Prize in the Intercollegiate PowerPoint Presentation Competition organized by the PG and Research Department of Physics, NSS Hindu College, Changanacherry, on August 19, 2024, as part of National Space Day 2024. 
• Daniel Mathew of 1st DC Physics secured 1st Place in the Intercollegiate PowerPoint Presentation Competition organized by the PG and Research Department of Physics, Mar Thoma College, Thiruvalla, on October 8, as part of World Space Week 2024. 
• Josna Joji of 3rd-year B.Sc. Physics secured the Third Prize in the Abhijit Memorial Seminar Presentation Competition organized by the PG and Research Department of Physics at Sacred Heart College, Thevara, on January 22, 2025.
• Harisanker S. and Lakshmi Prakash V.P. of 1st-year M.Sc. Physics achieved outstanding recognition in the Talent Icon Contest as part of Galeria 2k25 – Art's Day. Harisanker secured the title of Talent Icon Male Winner, while Lakshmi emerged as the 1st Runner-Up for Talent Icon Female, showcasing their exceptional talent and dedication.
• Lakshmi Prakash V.P. of 1st-year M.Sc. Physics and Gowrinandana M.S. of 3rd-year B.Sc. Physics bagged the First Prize in the Mother Maurus Memorial Debate Competition, organized by the Staff Association of Assumption College on January 27, 2025.
• Shine Maria Shaji and Sr. Deena Joy from the Department of Physics won the 2nd Prize in the Prof. Molly Joseph Memorial Bible Quiz Competition (2024-25).
• Lakshmi Prakash V.P. of 1st year M.Sc. Physics and Vaishnavi P. of 3rd year B.Sc. Physics secured the First and Second place, respectively, in the Inter-Departmental Debate Competition conducted by the Department of Communicative English on August 23, 2024. 

2023-24

• JASMINE MARY KURIAKOSE ( Research Scholar) secured the third prize in the Research Story Competition held as part of Global Science Festival Kerala (GSFK) 2024.
• SARANYA P. KUMAR & SANDRA JACOB (II MSc PHYSICS) won the Best Poster Award at the International Conference on Nanotechnology And Material Science (2023) held at Mar IvaniosCollege, Trivandrum

2022-23

• Ms. Reethu Jayaprakash, Research Scholar, Dept. of Physics is awarded the DST Women Scientist Scheme - A (2022) for the project entitled ‘A study on the effects of aerosols on the atmospheric parameters and their impacts on the weather patterns over India and the adjoining oceanic regions’.
• Ms Adithya S was selected for Refresher and Preparative Winter School (RPWS) IISER Thiruvananthapuram (organized from 3rd to 20th December 2023).