Mukul Laad | Condensed Matter | Best Researcher Award Published on 04/10/202404/10/2024 by Composite Awards Mukul Laad | Condensed Matter | Best Researcher Award Dr. Mukul S. Laad , The Institute of Mathematical Sciences, India. Dr. Mukul S. Laad is a renowned physicist specializing in theoretical condensed matter physics, known for his innovative research and extensive publication record. With a Ph.D. from the Indian Institute of Technology, he has held prestigious positions at renowned institutions, including the Max Planck Institute and Loughborough University. Dr. Laad’s work focuses on strongly interacting lattice models, superconductivity, and quantum critical phenomena, contributing significantly to advancements in theoretical understanding and applications in quantum technologies. An engaging speaker, he has delivered lectures at various international conferences and is recognized for his commitment to academic excellence.Β Publication profile Googlesholar Education & Experience: Secondary School Certificate: June 1981, Bombay, India. High First Class grade.Β Higher Secondary School Certificate: June 1983, Bombay, India. High First Class grade.Β B.Sc. (Physics): University of Bombay, June 1986. High First Class grade (74.72/100).Β M.Sc. (Physics): Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, June 1988. High First Class grade (7.02/10).Β Ph.D. in Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics: Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, May 1995.Β Postdoctoral Fellow: Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Bombay, India (Aug. 1995 – July 1996).Β Alexander von Humboldt Research Fellow: Max Planck Institute, Dresden, Germany (Nov. 1996 – Sept. 1998).Β Senior Postdoctoral Fellow: University of Cologne, Germany (Oct. 1998 – Sept. 2003).Β Research Scientist: MPIPKS, Dresden, Germany (Oct. 2006 – June 2009).Β Professor “G”: Institute of Mathematical Sciences, Chennai, India (Present).Β Suitability for Best Researcher Award Dr. Mukul S. Laad is an exemplary candidate for the Best Researcher Award, distinguished by his substantial contributions to theoretical condensed matter physics, a rich academic background, and a prolific record of publications. With over 60 research articles in renowned international journals, Dr. Laadβs work reflects a deep commitment to advancing scientific knowledge and addressing complex challenges in his field. Professional Development () Dr. Mukul S. Laad has demonstrated a commitment to professional growth through numerous speaking engagements and collaborative initiatives. He has lectured at international conferences, such as the ICTP Trieste, and organized sessions at prestigious institutions like the Max Planck Institute. His expertise in the realm of quantum matter and superconductivity has led to invitations for contributing monographs and special issues in renowned journals. Dr. Laad actively engages in academic discussions and workshops to further refine his research approach and foster collaboration in the scientific community.Β Research FocusΒ Dr. Mukul S. Laad’s research primarily centers on theoretical condensed matter physics, with particular emphasis on strongly interacting lattice models, superconductivity, and quantum critical phenomena. He explores the breakdown of conventional paradigms, aiming to develop innovative models for systems with unique electronic properties, such as strange metals and topological phases. His recent work includes theoretical approaches to quantum Lifshitz field theories and designing Josephson junction arrays for topological quantum computation. His research not only advances theoretical understanding but also holds potential implications for practical applications in quantum technologies.Β Awards and Honors () Alexander von-Humboldt FellowshipΒ (Dresden, 1996-1998).Β Successfully applied for funding thriceΒ to the German Research Council (1998-2003).Β EPSRC Research FellowΒ (Loughborough, 2004-2006).Β Invited lecturer at various international conferencesΒ including ICTP Trieste and Cavendish Labs, Cambridge.Β Co-authored an invited articleΒ published in the New Journal of Physics (2004).Β Invited to write a monographΒ on βTransition Metal Oxidesβ (in discussion).Β Publication Top Notes Orbital-selective insulator-metal transition in under external pressureΒ (Cited by 126) – 2006Β Metal-insulator transition in rutile-basedΒ (Cited by 117) – 2006Β Normal-state correlated electronic structure of iron pnictides from first principlesΒ (Cited by 104) – 2008Β Orbital Switching and the First-Order Insulator-Metal Transition in ParamagneticΒ (Cited by 83) – 2003Β Orbital Kondo Effect in: A Combined Local-Spin-Density-Approximation and Dynamical-Mean-Field-Theory StudyΒ (Cited by 83) – 2003Β Effect of strong correlations and static diagonal disorder in the Hubbard modelΒ (Cited by 69) – 2001Β Origin of the Non-Fermi Liquid Behavior ofΒ (Cited by 60) – 2001Β Theory of multiband superconductivity in iron pnictidesΒ (Cited by 54) – 2009Β Conclusion Dr. Mukul S. Laad’s profound impact on Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics, his extensive publication record, leadership in research initiatives, and successful acquisition of research funding collectively illustrate his qualifications for the Best Researcher Award. His innovative approaches and commitment to advancing scientific knowledge position him as a leading figure in his field, making him a deserving candidate for this prestigious recognition.