Ph.D.2012
Physics (Condensed Matter Physics) – University of Mysore
Dr. Parameswara P
Assistant Professor
Department of Physics, The National Institute of Engineering (NIE), Mysuru, Karnataka, India
Professional Profile
Dr. Parameswara P. is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at The National Institute of Engineering (NIE), Mysuru, Karnataka, India, where he has been associated with the institution since July 2015. He obtained his Ph.D. in Physics (Condensed Matter Physics) from the University of Mysore in 2012 and his M.Sc. in Physics from Bangalore University in 2005, with Astrophysics as a specialization in postgraduate studies.
His academic and research interests encompass functional nanomaterials, green and biogenic synthesis, photocatalysis, electrochemical sensing and materials characterization. His research focuses on developing sustainable materials and investigating their structural, morphological and functional properties for environmental and technological applications.
He is also actively involved in undergraduate engineering physics education, laboratory instruction, student mentoring, academic administration and the development of digital learning resources.
Research Interests
Green synthesis and biogenic fabrication of functional nanomaterials; photocatalysis for environmental remediation and water purification; electrochemical sensing; metal oxide and perovskite nanomaterials; structure–morphology–property relationships; materials characterization using XRD, WAXS, FTIR, SEM, TEM and AFM.
Academic Qualifications
M.Sc.2005
Physics with Astrophysics as Specialization in Post Graduate Studies – Bangalore University
B.Sc.2003
Physics, Mathematics and Electronics (PME) – Bangalore University
Academic Appointments and Experience
Assistant Professor14 July 2015 – Present
Department of Physics, The National Institute of Engineering (NIE), Mysuru
Grant-in-Aid Faculty; Undergraduate Engineering Physics Teaching, Laboratory Instruction, Student Mentoring and Academic Responsibilities.
Selected Research Publications
From green chemistry to clean water: Bi₂O₃ nanoparticles as photocatalyst2025
Ionics
Authors: Ranganatha, L. V.; Shivaganga, G. S.; Pramila, S.; Nagaraju, G.; Parameswara P.; Al-Odayni, A.-B.; Al-Kahtani, A. A.; Mallikarjunaswamy, C.
Journal: Ionics, Volume 31, Issue 4, Pages 3537–3550 (2025).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s11581-025-06109-3
Journal Quartile: Q1.
Journal: Ionics, Volume 31, Issue 4, Pages 3537–3550 (2025).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s11581-025-06109-3
Journal Quartile: Q1.
Biogenic synthesis of LaMnO₃ perovskite nanoparticles: Enhanced photocatalytic activity for water purification2024
Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics
Authors: Shivaganga, G. S.; Ranganatha, V. L.; Al-Tamimi, J.; Al-Odayni, A.-B.; Mallikarjunaswamy, C.; Nagaraju, G.; Parameswara P.
Journal: Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics, Volume 34, Article 13742 (2024).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10854-024-13742-7
Journal Quartile: Q1.
Journal: Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics, Volume 34, Article 13742 (2024).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10854-024-13742-7
Journal Quartile: Q1.
Green synthesis of zinc vanadate nanoparticles: A promising material for photocatalysis and electrochemical sensor2024
Ionics
Authors: Shivaganga, G. S.; Ranganatha, V. L.; Soundarya, T. L.; Nagaraju, G.; Parameswara P.; Ali, D.; Mallikarjunaswamy, C.
Journal: Ionics, Volume 30, Issue 10, Pages 6667–6680 (2024).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s11581-024-05696-x
Journal Quartile: Q1.
Journal: Ionics, Volume 30, Issue 10, Pages 6667–6680 (2024).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s11581-024-05696-x
Journal Quartile: Q1.
Green synthesis of m-LaVO₄ nanoparticles using Costus igneus leaves extracts and its photocatalytic and electrochemical applications2024
Ionics
Authors: Shivaganga, G. S.; Ranganatha, V. L.; Soundarya, T. L.; Mallikarjunaswamy, C.; Nagaraju, G.; Parameswara P.
Journal: Ionics, Volume 30, Issue 6, Pages 3443–3454 (2024).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s11581-024-05503-7
Journal Quartile: Q1.
Journal: Ionics, Volume 30, Issue 6, Pages 3443–3454 (2024).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s11581-024-05503-7
Journal Quartile: Q1.
Structure property relations in chitosan based nanocomposite films using WAXS techniques2024
Indian Journal of Chemical Technology
Authors: Manisha, R.; Jagadish, R. S.; Verma, R.; Parameswara P.; Raj, B.
Journal: Indian Journal of Chemical Technology, Volume 31, Issue 2, Pages 248–256 (2024).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.56042/ijct.v31i2.2547
Journal Quartile: Q3.
Journal: Indian Journal of Chemical Technology, Volume 31, Issue 2, Pages 248–256 (2024).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.56042/ijct.v31i2.2547
Journal Quartile: Q3.
Biogenic synthesis of orthorhombic α-MoO₃ nanoparticles for photocatalytic degradation and electrochemical sensing2023
Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics
Authors: Shivaganga, G. S.; Ranganatha, V. L.; Mallikarjunaswamy, C.; Sunil Kumar, K. C.; Nagaraju, G.; Parameswara P.
Journal: Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics, Volume 34, Article 2226 (2023).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10854-023-11611-3
Journal Quartile: Q1.
Journal: Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics, Volume 34, Article 2226 (2023).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10854-023-11611-3
Journal Quartile: Q1.
Green, nonchemical route for the synthesis of MnWO₄ nanostructures, evaluation of their photocatalytic and electrochemical performance2023
Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics
Authors: Shivaganga, G. S.; Parameswara P.; Mallikarjunaswamy, C.; Sunil Kumar, K. C.; Soundarya, T. L.; Nagaraju, G.; Punith, S.; Ranganatha, V. L.
Journal: Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics, Volume 34, Issue 25, Article 1791–1803 (2023).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10854-023-11190-3
Journal Quartile: Q1.
Journal: Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics, Volume 34, Issue 25, Article 1791–1803 (2023).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10854-023-11190-3
Journal Quartile: Q1.
Facile green synthesis of cerium oxide nanoparticles using Jacaranda mimosifolia leaf extract and evaluation of their antibacterial and photodegradation activity2023
Materials Today: Proceedings
Authors: Vinutha, S.; Meghashree, A. M.; Gurudutt, D. M.; Kudlur, D. S.; Kumar, K. N. M.; Karthik, G.; Kumar, N.; Ranganatha, V. L.; Parameswara P.; Mallikarjunaswamy, C.
Journal: Materials Today: Proceedings, Volume 89, Pages 105–112 (2023).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.matpr.2023.05.592
Journal Quartile: Q2.
Journal: Materials Today: Proceedings, Volume 89, Pages 105–112 (2023).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.matpr.2023.05.592
Journal Quartile: Q2.
Facile synthesis of multifunctional bismuth oxychloride nanoparticles for photocatalysis and antimicrobial test2023
Materials Science and Engineering: B
Authors: Mallikarjunaswamy, C.; Pramila, S.; Shivaganga, G. S.; Deepakumari, H. N.; Prakruthi, R.; Nagaraju, G.; Parameswara P.; Ranganatha, V. L.
Journal: Materials Science and Engineering: B, Volume 290, Article 116323 (2023).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mseb.2023.116323
Journal Quartile: Q1.
Journal: Materials Science and Engineering: B, Volume 290, Article 116323 (2023).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mseb.2023.116323
Journal Quartile: Q1.
Green and facile synthesis of zinc oxide nanoparticles for enhanced photocatalytic organic pollutant degradation2022
Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics
Authors: Mallikarjunaswamy, C.; Parameswara P.; Pramila, S.; Nagaraju, G.; Deepakumari, H. N.; Ranganatha, V. L.
Journal: Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics, Volume 33, Issue 25, Pages 20361–20372 (2022).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10854-022-08852-z
Journal Quartile: Q1.
Journal: Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics, Volume 33, Issue 25, Pages 20361–20372 (2022).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10854-022-08852-z
Journal Quartile: Q1.
Effect of Processing on the Microstructure of Finger Millet by X-ray Diffraction and Scanning Electron Microscopy2014
Journal of Food Science and Technology
Authors: Dharmaraj, Usha; Parameswara P.; R. Somashekar; N. G. Malleshi.
Journal: Journal of Food Science and Technology, Volume 51, Pages 494–502 (2014).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s13197-011-0536-4
Journal Quartile: Q2.
Journal: Journal of Food Science and Technology, Volume 51, Pages 494–502 (2014).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s13197-011-0536-4
Journal Quartile: Q2.
Structure-Property Relations in Polyethylene Oxide/Starch Blended Films Using WAXS Techniques2013
Journal of Applied Polymer Science
Authors: Jagadish, Rampura S.; Baldev Raj; Puttanna Parameswara P.; Rudrappa Somashekar.
Journal: Journal of Applied Polymer Science, Volume 127, Issue 2, Pages 1191–1197 (2013).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/app.37616
Journal Quartile: Q1.
Journal: Journal of Applied Polymer Science, Volume 127, Issue 2, Pages 1191–1197 (2013).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/app.37616
Journal Quartile: Q1.
Characterization of HPMC/PVP polymer blend films using WAXS technique2012
AIP Conference Proceedings
Authors: Prakash, Y.; Somashekarappa, H.; Parameswara P.; Demappa, T.; Somashekar, R.
Journal: AIP Conference Proceedings, Volume 1447, Issue 1, Pages 565–566 (2012).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1063/1.4710129
Journal Quartile: Q3.
Journal: AIP Conference Proceedings, Volume 1447, Issue 1, Pages 565–566 (2012).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1063/1.4710129
Journal Quartile: Q3.
Changes in microstructural parameters of NB4D2 silk fibres due to electron irradiation: X-ray line profile analysis2012
Bulletin of Materials Science
Authors: Sangappa, S.; Asha, S.; Parameswara P.; Somashekar, R.
Journal: Bulletin of Materials Science, Volume 34, Pages 1583–1590 (2012).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s12034-011-0362-3
Journal Quartile: Q3.
Journal: Bulletin of Materials Science, Volume 34, Pages 1583–1590 (2012).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s12034-011-0362-3
Journal Quartile: Q3.
Polymeric degradation of water soluble chitosan/HPMC films using WAXS data2012
Materials Research Innovations
Authors: Parameswara P.; Demappa, T.; Mahadevaiah, Y.; Somashekarappa, H.; Byrappa, K.; Somashekar, R.
Journal: Materials Research Innovations, Volume 16, Issue 2, Pages 126–129 (2012).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1179/1433075X11Y.0000000028
Journal Quartile: Q4.
Journal: Materials Research Innovations, Volume 16, Issue 2, Pages 126–129 (2012).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1179/1433075X11Y.0000000028
Journal Quartile: Q4.
Electrical conductivity and microcrystalline parameter in Co–Zn ferrites2011
Materials Research Innovations
Authors: Lamani, A. R.; Jayanna, H. S.; Parameswara P.; Somashekar, R.
Journal: Materials Research Innovations, Volume 15, Issue 3, Pages 185–189 (2011).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1179/143307511X13018917925621
Journal Quartile: Q4.
Journal: Materials Research Innovations, Volume 15, Issue 3, Pages 185–189 (2011).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1179/143307511X13018917925621
Journal Quartile: Q4.
Research Projects
Green synthesis of zinc bismuth oxide nanoparticles using Tinospora cordifolia extract as fuel and exploring their photocatalytic applications2025–26
NIE–Centre for Research and Development (NIE–CRD)
Funding Agency: NIE – Centre for Research and Development (NIE–CRD).
Project Grant: ₹50,000.
Project Duration: 2025–2026.
Research Area: Green synthesis of functional nanomaterials, photocatalysis and environmental applications.
Project Grant: ₹50,000.
Project Duration: 2025–2026.
Research Area: Green synthesis of functional nanomaterials, photocatalysis and environmental applications.
Exploring the photocatalytic and electrochemical performance of lanthanum-based nanomaterials2024–25
NIE–Centre for Research and Development (NIE–CRD)
Funding Agency: NIE – Centre for Research and Development (NIE–CRD).
Project Grant: ₹75,000.
Project Duration: 2024–2025.
Research Area: Lanthanum-based nanomaterials, photocatalysis and electrochemical applications.
Project Grant: ₹75,000.
Project Duration: 2024–2025.
Research Area: Lanthanum-based nanomaterials, photocatalysis and electrochemical applications.
Eco-friendly fabrication of zinc oxide nanoparticles: Performance evaluation towards industrial dye degradation by photocatalytic application2022–23
NIE–Centre for Research and Development (NIE–CRD)
Funding Agency: NIE – Centre for Research and Development (NIE–CRD).
Project Grant: ₹70,000.
Project Duration: 2022–2023.
Research Area: Eco-friendly synthesis of zinc oxide nanoparticles and photocatalytic degradation of industrial dyes.
Project Grant: ₹70,000.
Project Duration: 2022–2023.
Research Area: Eco-friendly synthesis of zinc oxide nanoparticles and photocatalytic degradation of industrial dyes.
Research Supervision
Shivaganga G. S.2023 – Present
Ph.D. Research Scholar – Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU)
Registration: VTU Registration Year – 2023.
Research Title: Facile Synthesis of Metal Oxide Nanomaterials: Design, Characterization, and Multifunctional Applications.
Research Areas: Green synthesis, metal oxide nanomaterials, photocatalysis, electrochemical applications and materials characterization.
Research Supervisor: Dr. Parameswara P.
Research Title: Facile Synthesis of Metal Oxide Nanomaterials: Design, Characterization, and Multifunctional Applications.
Research Areas: Green synthesis, metal oxide nanomaterials, photocatalysis, electrochemical applications and materials characterization.
Research Supervisor: Dr. Parameswara P.
Professional Development and Certifications
Introduction to Atmospheric and Space SciencesJan–Apr 2024
NPTEL Online Certification – IIT Roorkee
Platform: NPTEL – SWAYAM.
Institution: Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee.
Course Duration: 12 weeks (January–April 2024).
Consolidated Score: 50%.
Online Assignment Score: 19.88/25.
Proctored Examination Score: 30/75.
Certification: NPTEL Online Certification.
Institution: Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee.
Course Duration: 12 weeks (January–April 2024).
Consolidated Score: 50%.
Online Assignment Score: 19.88/25.
Proctored Examination Score: 30/75.
Certification: NPTEL Online Certification.
Solar Photovoltaics Fundamentals, Technology and ApplicationsJul–Sep 2024
NPTEL Online Certification – IIT Roorkee
Platform: NPTEL – SWAYAM.
Institution: Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee.
Course Duration: 8 weeks (July–September 2024).
Consolidated Score: 77% (Elite).
Online Assignment Score: 23.25/25.
Proctored Examination Score: 54/75.
Certification: NPTEL Online Certification.
Institution: Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee.
Course Duration: 8 weeks (July–September 2024).
Consolidated Score: 77% (Elite).
Online Assignment Score: 23.25/25.
Proctored Examination Score: 54/75.
Certification: NPTEL Online Certification.
Physics of Renewable Energy SystemsJul–Oct 2024
NPTEL Online Certification – IIT Kharagpur
Platform: NPTEL – SWAYAM.
Institution: Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur.
Course Duration: 12 weeks (July–October 2024).
Consolidated Score: 70% (Elite).
Online Assignment Score: 23.53/25.
Proctored Examination Score: 46.5/75.
Certification: NPTEL Online Certification.
Institution: Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur.
Course Duration: 12 weeks (July–October 2024).
Consolidated Score: 70% (Elite).
Online Assignment Score: 23.53/25.
Proctored Examination Score: 46.5/75.
Certification: NPTEL Online Certification.
Energy Resources, Economics, and SustainabilityFeb–Apr 2025
NPTEL Online Certification – IIT Roorkee
Platform: NPTEL – SWAYAM.
Institution: Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee.
Course Duration: 8 weeks (February–April 2025).
Consolidated Score: 81% (Elite).
Online Assignment Score: 25/25.
Proctored Examination Score: 55.5/75.
Certification: NPTEL Online Certification.
Institution: Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee.
Course Duration: 8 weeks (February–April 2025).
Consolidated Score: 81% (Elite).
Online Assignment Score: 25/25.
Proctored Examination Score: 55.5/75.
Certification: NPTEL Online Certification.
Physics of NanomaterialsJul–Oct 2026
NPTEL Online Certification – IIT Kharagpur
Platform: NPTEL – SWAYAM.
Institution: Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur.
Course Duration: 12 weeks (July–October 2026).
Consolidated Score: 82% (Elite).
Online Assignment Score: 25/25.
Proctored Examination Score: 57/75.
Certification: NPTEL Online Certification.
Institution: Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur.
Course Duration: 12 weeks (July–October 2026).
Consolidated Score: 82% (Elite).
Online Assignment Score: 25/25.
Proctored Examination Score: 57/75.
Certification: NPTEL Online Certification.
National Initiative for Technical Teachers Training (NITTT) – All Eight ModulesJuly 2022
All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)
Programme: National Initiative for Technical Teachers Training (NITTT).
Organising Authority: All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE).
Achievement: Successfully completed all eight modules of the NITTT programme.
Completion Date: July 2022.
NITTT Registration Number: 20212117322.
Modules:
1. Orientation towards Technical Education and Curriculum Aspects.
2. Professional Ethics and Sustainability.
3. Communication Skills, Modes and Knowledge Dissemination.
4. Instructional Planning and Delivery.
5. Technology Enabled Learning and Life-Long Self Learning.
6. Student Assessment and Evaluation.
7. Creative Problem Solving, Innovation and Meaningful R & D.
8. Institutional Management and Administrative Procedures.
Organising Authority: All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE).
Achievement: Successfully completed all eight modules of the NITTT programme.
Completion Date: July 2022.
NITTT Registration Number: 20212117322.
Modules:
1. Orientation towards Technical Education and Curriculum Aspects.
2. Professional Ethics and Sustainability.
3. Communication Skills, Modes and Knowledge Dissemination.
4. Instructional Planning and Delivery.
5. Technology Enabled Learning and Life-Long Self Learning.
6. Student Assessment and Evaluation.
7. Creative Problem Solving, Innovation and Meaningful R & D.
8. Institutional Management and Administrative Procedures.
Introduction to Materials Science2024
Coursera – Arizona State University
Platform: Coursera.
Authorised by: Arizona State University, USA.
Course: Introduction to Materials Science.
Completion Date: 18 January 2024.
Course Type: Online non-credit course.
Certificate Verification: https://coursera.org/verify/AF474RFT37Z7
Authorised by: Arizona State University, USA.
Course: Introduction to Materials Science.
Completion Date: 18 January 2024.
Course Type: Online non-credit course.
Certificate Verification: https://coursera.org/verify/AF474RFT37Z7
Research Methodologies2024
Coursera – Queen Mary University of London
Platform: Coursera.
Authorised by: Queen Mary University of London, UK.
Course: Research Methodologies.
Completion Date: 18 January 2024.
Course Type: Online non-credit course.
Certificate Verification: https://coursera.org/verify/YNDGNEZRJ7HV
Authorised by: Queen Mary University of London, UK.
Course: Research Methodologies.
Completion Date: 18 January 2024.
Course Type: Online non-credit course.
Certificate Verification: https://coursera.org/verify/YNDGNEZRJ7HV
Academic and Administrative Responsibilities
Warden – NIE Men's Hostel, South CampusPresent
The National Institute of Engineering (NIE), Mysuru
Role: Warden, NIE Men's Hostel – South Campus.
Institution: The National Institute of Engineering (NIE), Mysuru.
Responsibility: Hostel administration, student welfare, discipline, residential facilities and coordination of hostel-related activities.
Institution: The National Institute of Engineering (NIE), Mysuru.
Responsibility: Hostel administration, student welfare, discipline, residential facilities and coordination of hostel-related activities.
Valuation Coordinator – South CampusAs and when assigned
The National Institute of Engineering (NIE), Mysuru
Chairman – Flying Squad Committee2022-2024
The National Institute of Engineering (NIE), Mysuru
Role: Chairman, Flying Squad Committee.
Institution: The National Institute of Engineering (NIE), Mysuru.
Responsibility: Leadership and coordination of flying squad activities during institutional examinations, ensuring examination integrity and adherence to prescribed examination procedures.
Institution: The National Institute of Engineering (NIE), Mysuru.
Responsibility: Leadership and coordination of flying squad activities during institutional examinations, ensuring examination integrity and adherence to prescribed examination procedures.
Editor – NIE Newsletter2020–2022
The National Institute of Engineering (NIE), Mysuru
Role: Editor, NIE Newsletter.
Institution: The National Institute of Engineering (NIE), Mysuru.
Tenure: 2020–2022.
Responsibility: Editorial coordination, compilation and review of institutional news, academic activities, achievements and other contributions for the NIE Newsletter.
Institution: The National Institute of Engineering (NIE), Mysuru.
Tenure: 2020–2022.
Responsibility: Editorial coordination, compilation and review of institutional news, academic activities, achievements and other contributions for the NIE Newsletter.
Professional Memberships
Life Member – Indian Society for Technical Education (ISTE)Life Membership
Indian Society for Technical Education, New Delhi
Membership Category: Life Member.
Professional Organisation: Indian Society for Technical Education (ISTE).
Headquarters: New Delhi, India.
Membership Type: Life Membership.
Professional Organisation: Indian Society for Technical Education (ISTE).
Headquarters: New Delhi, India.
Membership Type: Life Membership.