Assist. Prof. Dr Ravishankar Ambi | Gas sensing | Young Scientist Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Ravishankar Ambi is a rising researcher in material science and nanotechnology . He earned his Ph.D. in Physics from Shivaji University, Kolhapur (2024) and is currently an Assistant Professor at Jaysingpur College . His research focuses on thin-film-based gas sensors, energy storage devices, and nanomaterials . His NiO-based NO₂ sensor technology has advanced environmental monitoring and energy efficiency . With high-impact publications, research grants, and a prestigious MAHAJYOTI fellowship, his innovative contributions to sensor technology and energy materials make him a strong candidate for the Young Scientist Award .

Assist. Prof. Dr Ravishankar Ambi, Jaysingpur College, Jaysingpur, India

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Education

Dr. R. R. Ambi earned his Ph.D. in Physics from Shivaji University, Kolhapur (2024) and currently serves as an Assistant Professor at Jaysingpur College, Jaysingpur . He was awarded the MJSRF-2021 Senior Research Fellowship by MAHAJYOTI, Nagpur, recognizing his research excellence . He completed his M.Sc. in Physics from Shivaji University (2018). His research focuses on the synthesis of binary, ternary, and composite nanocrystalline metal oxide thin films , with applications in solar cells, gas sensors, and supercapacitors . His work contributes to sustainable energy and advanced sensor technologies .

Experience

Dr. R. R. Ambi is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at Jaysingpur College, Jaysingpur . He earned his Ph.D. in Physics from Shivaji University, Kolhapur (2024) and was awarded the prestigious MJSRF-2021 Senior Research Fellowship by MAHAJYOTI, Nagpur . His expertise lies in the synthesis of binary, ternary, and composite nanocrystalline metal oxide thin films , with applications in solar cells, gas sensors, and supercapacitors . With a strong academic foundation and a passion for innovation, his work contributes to sustainable energy solutions and advanced material science .

Research Contributions

Dr. R. R. Ambi has made significant advancements in NO₂ gas sensor technology . His research on NiO thin films has led to highly sensitive, cost-effective, and efficient NO₂ sensors . The porous hierarchical architecture and superior reactivity of these films enhance NO₂ adsorption and electron transfer, enabling detection at a low operating temperature of 200°C . This breakthrough offers a low-cost solution for environmental monitoring . However, further improvements in response time, long-term stability, and selectivity are needed to fully integrate these sensors into real-world applications for sustainable air quality monitoring .

Research Focus

Dr. R. R. Ambi’s research specializes in material science, thin-film-based gas sensor technology, and energy conversion and storage devices . His work focuses on developing advanced nanocrystalline metal oxide thin films for applications in solar cells, gas sensors, and supercapacitors . He is particularly interested in enhancing sensor sensitivity and efficiency for environmental monitoring and optimizing energy storage solutions for sustainable technologies . His expertise in nanomaterials and thin-film synthesis contributes to cutting-edge advancements in energy-efficient devices and next-generation sensor technology , making a significant impact in renewable energy and material engineering.

Publications

Highly Porous Hierarchical NiO Coated ZnO pn Heterostructure for NO₂ Detection
Authors: RR Ambi, AA Mane, VB Patil, RD Mane
Journal: Materials Science and Engineering: B
Citations: 11 (2024)

Highly Porous NiO Microstructure for NO₂ Detection
Authors: RR Ambi, AA Mane, RD Tasgaonkar, RD Mane
Journal: Physica B: Condensed Matter
Citations: 7 (2024)

NO₂ Sensing Properties of Chemically Deposited Vertically Aligned Flowerlike Hexagonal ZnO Nanorods
Authors: RR Ambi, MG Mulla, RK Pittala
Journal: Sensors and Actuators A: Physical
Citations: 2 (2024)

NiO Nanosheet-Assembled Chemiresistive Sensor for NO₂ Detection
Authors: RR Ambi, RA Mali, AB Pawar, MM Mulla, RK Pittala
Journal: Applied Physics A
Publication Year: 2025

Dr. Ambi’s cutting-edge research in NO₂ gas sensing technology contributes to environmental monitoring and air quality control . His highly porous and hierarchical nanostructures enhance sensitivity, selectivity, and performance in gas detection applications .