Dr. Darshan G. P.

Asst. Professor

Dr. Darshan G P received M.Sc. (Physics) specialization in material science from Jain university, 2012. I finished my Ph.D. with a thesis entitled “Synthesis, structural characterization and luminescence studies of doped yttrium aluminate nanophosphors” from Bharathiar University, India. Dr. G.P. Darshan is a dedicated researcher with research interests focused on the development of eco-friendly, low cost and efficient materials for LEDs, sensitive fluorescent labelling of latent fingerprints, high potency counterfeiting applications, efficient thermoluminescent dosimetric applications, hydrogen production via water splitting, photocatalysis, anti-microbial and antioxidant applications.

In collaboration with national and international laboratories succeeded publications in high-impact factor journals like Nature Scientific Reports, ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering, Journal of Colloids and Interface Science, Sensors and Actuators B: Chemical, Applied Catalysis B: Environmental, Chemical Engineering Journal, Ultrasonics Sonochemistry, etc. To date, I have published around 88 articles in various reputed international journals and 22 articles in international and national conference proceedings. He is a reviewer of various international journals with high repute. Along with my research, I also worked as an Assistant Professor and Head of the Department at Acharya Institute of Graduate Studies, Bengaluru for 8 years. I am especially interested in teaching a wide range of courses. I am also comfortable working in a team with other professors to develop highly collaborative and interdisciplinary research themes.

Qualifications

Ph.D.
Bharathiar University, Coimbatore, India Specialization: Materials Science
2019
M.Sc. (Physics) Specialization: Material Science
Jain University, Bengaluru, India
2012
B.Sc.
Sahyadri Science College (Auto.), Shivamogga, Kuvempu University, India
2010

Experience

Total Years of Experience: 11 Years

Academic:

Working as an assistant professor in Department of Physics, M. S. Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Bengaluru from December 2021 to till date.
Worked as a Head, Department of Physics in Acharya Institute of Graduate Studies, Bengaluru from September 2018 to 2020 (2 years).
Assistant Professor of Physics in Acharya Institute of Graduate Studies, Bengaluru from September 2012 to 2018 (6 years).

Training Experience

Synthesis techniques, such as solution combustion method, solid-state, solvo/hydrothermal, ultrasonication, co-precipitation, etc. Hands-on experience in handling sophisticated instruments

Powder X‑Ray Diffraction
UV-Visible Spectroscopy
Diffuse Reflectance Spectroscopy
Scanning Electron Microscopy
Photoluminescence Spectroscopy

Publications

Ph. D. Dissertation:

Synthesis, structural characterization and luminescence studies of doped yttrium aluminate nanophosphors.

International Journal Papers details:

D.R. Lavanya, G.P. Darshan, J. Malleshappa, H.B. Premkumar, S.C. Sharma, S.A. Hariprasad, H. Nagabhushana, One Material, Many Possibilities via Enrichment of Luminescence in La₂Zr₂O₇:Tb³⁺ Nanophosphors for Forensic Stimuli Aided Applications, Nature Scientific Reports, 12 (2022) 8898 (Nature, I. F.: 5.133, Q‑Factor: Q1).
D.R. Lavanya, G.P. Darshan, J. Malleshappa, H.B. Premkumar, S.C. Sharma, J. B. Prasannakumar, H. Nagabhushana, Surface engineered La₂Zr₂O₇:Eu³⁺ nanophosphors: Luminescent based platform for latent fingerprints visualization and anti-counterfeiting applications, Surfaces and Interfaces, 29 (2022) 101803 (Elsevier, I. F.: 4.837, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.surfin.2022.101803.
M.K. Ravindra, G.P. Darshan, D.R. Lavanya, K.M. Mahadevan, H.B. Premkumar, S.C. Sharma, H. Adarsha, H. Nagabhushana, Aggregation Induced Emission based Active Conjugated Imidazole Luminogens for Visualization of Latent Fingerprints and Multiple Anticounterfeiting Applications, Nature Scientific Reports, 11 (2021) 16748 (Nature, I. F.: 5.133, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: doi.org/10.1038/s41598-021 – 96011‑5.
K.N. Narasimhamurthy, B. Daruka Prasad, D.R. Lavanya, D. Kavyashree, G.P. Darshan, S.C. Sharma, H.B. Premkumar, K.S. Kiran, H. Nagabhushana, Functionalized surfaces created by perturbation in luminescent polymer nanocomposites: Materials for forensic and security ink applications, Colloids and Surfaces A: Physicochemical and Engineering Aspects, 634 (2022) 127770 (Elsevier, I. F.: 4.539, Q‑Factor: Q2).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.colsurfa.2021.127770.
N. Latha, D.R. Lavanya, G.P. Darshan, B.R. Radha Krushna, H.B. Premkumar, H. C. Prameela, H. Nagabhushana, Green emanating BiOCl:Tb³⁺ phosphors for strategic development of dermatoglyphics and anti-counterfeiting applications, Inorganic Chemistry Communications, 138 (2022) 109266 (Elsevier, I. F.: 2. 495, Q‑Factor: Q2). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.inoche.2022.109266.
D. Navami, G.P. Darshan, D.R. Lavanya, H.B. Premkumar, S.C. Sharma, H. Adarsha, H.C. Prameela, H. Nagabhushana, Design of green emitting CaZrO₃:Tb³⁺ nanophosphor: Luminescence based platform for real-time ultrasensitive detection of latent fingerprints and anti-counterfeiting applications, Optical Materials, 122 (2021)111474 (Elsevier, I. F.: 3.080, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.optmat.2021.111474
K.N. Narasimhamurthy, G.P. Darshan, S.C. Sharma, H.B. Premkumar, H. Adarsha, H. Nagabhushana, Surface functionalized inorganic phosphor by grafting organic antenna for long term preservation of latent fingerprints and data-security applications, Journal of Colloid and Interface Science, 600 (2021) 887 – 897 (Elsevier, I. F.: 8.128, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jcis.2021.05.029
C. Suresh, G.P. Darshan, H.B. Premkumar, S.C. Sharma, H. Adarsha, H.C. Prameela, H. Nagabhushana, Surface Chemistry Modified Core-Shell Structured SiO₂@LaOF:Eu³⁺/Li⁺ Nanophosphors for Advanced Forensic Applications, Journal of Science: Advanced Materials and Devices, 7 (2022) 100397 (Elsevier, I. F.: 5.469, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jsamd.2021.09.004
H.S. Sudheendra, G.P. Darshan, M.K. Kokila, D.R. Lavanya, H.B. Premkumar, S.C. Sharma, H. Adarsha, H. Nagabhushana, Uniform Core-shell SiO₂@Sr₂CeO₄:Eu³⁺ nanocomposites: Exploring multiple strategies towards flexible luminescent films and data security applications, Surfaces and Interfaces, 28 (2021), 101583. (Elsevier, I. F.: 4.831, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.surfin.2021.101583
N. Latha, D. Kavyashree, D.R. Lavanya, G.P. Darshan, J. Malleshappa, T.B. Nijalingappa, H. Nagabhushana, Spectroscopic investigation of ultrasound assisted sonochemical synthesis of BiOCl: Dy³⁺ nanophosphors for latent fingerprints visualization, Inorganic Chemistry Communications, 134 (2021) 109039 (Elsevier, I. F.: 2. 495, Q‑Factor: Q2). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.inoche.2021.109039
K.R. Ashwini, H.B. Premkumar, G.P. Darshan, B. Daruka Prasad, H. Nagabhushana, S.C. Sharma, S.C. Prashantha, Dysprosium doped strontium aluminate dusting powder: sweat pores visualization and white LED component, Inorganic Chemistry Communications, 134 (2021)109028 (Elsevier, I. F.: 2. 495, Q‑Factor: Q2). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.inoche.2021.109028
K.R. Jyothi, K.R. Bhagya, G.P. Darshan, Vinayakprasanna N.Hegde, S.C. Sharma, N.M. Nagabhushana, H. Nagabhushana, Phytochemical mediated synthesis of praseodymium doped beta-eucryptite nanophosphor for ultraviolet stimulated fluorescence based unclonable security applications, Inorganic Chemistry Communications, 130 (2021) 108671(Elsevier, I. F.: 2. 495, Q‑Factor: Q2). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.inoche.2021.108671
K.R. Ashwini, H.B. Premkumar, B. Daruka Prasad, G.P. Darshan, H. Nagabhushana, S.C. Sharma, S.C. Prashantha, Green emitting SrAl₂O₄:Tb³⁺ nano-powders for forensic, anti-counterfeiting and optoelectronic devices, Inorganic Chemistry Communications, 130 (2021) 108665 (Elsevier, I. F.: 2. 495, Q‑Factor: Q2).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.inoche.2021.108665
A. Sandhyarani, M.K. Kokila, G.P. Darshan, H. Nagabhushana, S.C. Sharma, H.B. Premkumar, B. Daruka Prasad, Fabrication of flux supported SrTiO₃:Eu³⁺ fluorescent powders: New prospective of dual mode, ink-free data security applications, Journal of Science: Advanced Materials and Devices, 6 (2021) 92 – 99 (Elsevier, I. F.: 5.469, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jsamd.2020.11.004
N. Latha, Y.S. Vidya, S.C. Sharma, G.P. Darshan, K.S. Anantharaju, P. Hema Prabha, H. Nagabhushana, Effect of Li⁺co-doping on the photoluminescence of novel green emitting BiOCl: Tb³⁺ nanophosphors for display, visualization of latent fingerprints and anti-counterfeiting applications, Journal of Solid State Chemistry, 290 (2020) 121418 (Elsevier, I. F.: 3.498, Q‑Factor: Q2). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jssc.2020.121418
C. Suresh, G.P. Darshan, S.C. Sharma, M. Venkataravanappa, H.B. Premkumar, S. Shanthi, K.N. Venkatachalaiah, H. Nagabhushana, Imaging sweat pore structures in latent fingerprints and unclonable anti-counterfeiting patterns by sensitizers blended LaOF: Pr³⁺ nanophosphors, Optical Materials, 100 (2020) 109625 (Elsevier, I. F.: 3.080, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.optmat.2019.109625
A. S. Rajashekharaiah, Y. S. Vidya, K. S. Anantharaju, G. P. Darshan, P. Lalitha, S. C. Sharma, H. Nagabhushana, Photoluminescence, thermoluminescence and photocatalytic studies of sonochemical synthesis of Bi₂Zr₂O₇:Sm³⁺ nanomaterials, Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics, 31 (2020) 15627 – 15643 (Elsevier, I. F.: 2.478, Q‑Factor: Q2). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10854-020 – 04126‑8
F. Femila Komahal, H. Nagabhushana, G. P. Darshan, B. Daruka Prasad, Hierarchical zinc aluminate 3D nanostructures, synthesized by bio-inspired ultrasound assisted sonochemical route: Display and dosimetry applications, Arabian Journal of Chemistry, 13 (2020) 580 – 594 (Elsevier, I. F.: 5.165, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.arabjc.2017.07.002
A. Sandhyarani, M.K. Kokila, G.P. Darshan, S.C. Sharma, D. Kavyashree, H.B. Premkumar, H. Nagabhushana, Photometric features and intense blue light emanation of Nd³⁺ doped SrTiO₃ based nanophosphor for multi-functional applications, Journal of Science: Advanced Materials and Devices, 5 (2020) 487 – 496 (Elsevier, I. F.: 5.469, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jsamd.2020.08.003
T.B. Nijalingappa, M.K. Veeraiah, G.P. Darshan, D. Kavyashree, S.C. Sharma, H. B. Premkumar, H. Nagabhushana, Surface adaptation prompted enhanced photo and thermoluminescence properties of Dy³⁺ doped wollastonite nanophosphor, Materials Chemistry and Physics, 249 (2020) 123070 (Elsevier, I. F.: 4.094, Q‑Factor: Q2).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.matchemphys.2020.123070
H.S. Yogananda, G.P. Darshan, S.C. Sharma, H.B. Premkumar, D. Kavyashree, P. Lalitha, H. Nagabhushana, Colour quality parameters and enhanced white light emanation via solution combustion derived MoO₃:Dy³⁺ micro-architectures: Fluorescent probe for sensitive visualization of latent fingerprints, Optical Materials, 105 (2020) 109817 (Elsevier, I. F.: 3.080, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.optmat.2020.109817
V.S. Amrutha, K.S. Anantharaju, D.S. Prasanna, Dinesh Rangappa, Krushitha Shetty, H. Nagabhushana, K. Ashwini, Y.S. Vidya, G.P. Darshan, Enhanced Sunlight driven photocatalytic performance and visualization of latent fingerprint by green mediated ZnFe₂O₄–RGO nanocomposite, Arabian Journal of Chemistry, 13 (2020) 1449 – 1465 (Elsevier, I. F.: 5.165, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.arabjc.2017.11.016
K.R. Ashwini, H.B. Premkumar, G.P. Darshan, R.B. Basavaraj, H. Nagabhushana, B. Daruka Prasad, Near UV-light excitable SrAl₂O₄:Eu³⁺ nanophosphors for display device applications, Journal of Science: Advanced Materials and Devices, 5 (2020) 111 – 118 (Elsevier, I. F.: 5.469, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jsamd.2020.02.003
D. Kavyashree, G. P. Darshan, H. B. Premkumar, E. Veena, H. Nagabhushana, Structural and luminescence properties of highly efficient Ag/CeO₂ nanomaterial synthesized via hydrothermal route, AIP Conference Proceedings, 2265 (2020) 030087. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0017679
R. Damini, H. B. Premakumar, G. P. Darshan, H. Nagabhushana, Structural and photoluminescence of Sm³⁺ doped La₂O₃ nanophosphor, AIP Conference Proceedings, 2274 (2020) 030053. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0022388
N.H. Deepthi, G. P. Darshan, R.B. Basavaraj, B. Daruka Prasad, S.C. Sharma, D. Kavyashree, H. Nagabhushana, Nanostructured stannic oxides for white emitting diodes provides authentication for latent fingerprints visualization under diverse environmental conditions, ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering, 7 (1) (2019) 578 – 591 (ACS, I. F.: 8.198, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1021/acssuschemeng.8b04109
M.K. Ravindra, K.M. Mahadevan, R.B. Basavaraj, G.P. Darshan, S.C. Sharma, M.S. Raju, G.R. Vijayakumar, Kiran B. Manjappa, Ding-Yah Yang, H. Nagabhushana, New design of highly sensitive AIE based fluorescent imidazole derivatives: Probing of sweat pores and anti-counterfeiting applications, Materials Science & Engineering C, 101 (2019) 564 – 574 (Elsevier, I. F.: 7.328, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.msec.2019.03.089
D. Navami, G.P. Darshan, R.B. Basavaraj, S.C. Sharma, D. Kavyashree, K.N. Venkatachalaiah, H. Nagabhushana, Shape controllable ultrasound assisted fabrication of CaZrO₃:Dy³⁺ hierarchical structures for display, dosimetry and advanced forensic applications, Journal of Photochemistry & Photobiology A: Chemistry, 389 (2020) 112248 (Elsevier, I. F.: 4.291, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jphotochem.2019.112248
B.S. Rohini, G.P. Darshan, H.B. Premkumar, D. Kavyashree, S.C. Sharma, S. Sreenivas, H. Nagabhushana, Ultrasound induced synthesis of dual phased hierarchical ZrO₂:Eu³⁺ architectures: Fluorescent based sensor for rapid visualization of latent fingerprints, Colloids and Surfaces A, 581 (2019) 123749 (Elsevier, I. F.: 4.539, Q‑Factor: Q2). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.colsurfa.2019.123749
A.S. Rajashekharaiah, G.P. Darshan, H.B. Premkumar, P. Lalitha, S.C. Sharma, H. Nagabhushana, Hierarchical Bi₂Zr₂O₇:Dy³⁺ architectures fabricated by bio-surfactant assisted hydrothermal route for anti-oxidant, anti-bacterial and anti-cancer activities, Materials Chemistry and Physics, 242 (2020) 122468 (Elsevier, I. F.: 4.094, Q‑Factor: Q2). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.matchemphys.2019.122468
M. Mangala Gowri, G.P. Darshan, Yashwanth V. Naik, H.B. Premkumar, D. Kavyashree, S.C. Sharma, H. Nagabhushana, Phase dependent photoluminescence and thermoluminescence properties of Y₂SiO₅:Sm³⁺ nanophosphors and its advanced forensic applications, Optical Materials, 96 (2019) 109282 (Elsevier, I. F.: 3.080, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.optmat.2019.109282
A.S. Rajashekharaiah, G.P. Darshan, R.B. Basavaraj, Yashwanth V. Naik, D. Kavyashree, S.C. Sharma, H. Nagabhushana, NUV light-induced visible green emissions of Erbium-doped hierarchical Bi₂Zr₂O₇ structures, Optical Materials, 95 (2019) 109237(Elsevier, I. F.: 3.080, Q‑Factor: Q1).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.optmat.2019.109237
G.P. Darshan, H.B. Premkumar, H. Nagabhushana, S.C. Sharma, B. Umesh, R.B. Basavaraj, Nucleation and self-assembly dynamics of hierarchical YAlO₃:Ce³⁺ architectures: Nano probe for in vitro dermatoglyphics and anti-mimetic applications, Materials Science & Engineering C, 99 (2019) 282 – 295 (Elsevier, I. F.: 7.328, Q‑Factor: Q1).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.msec.2019.01.060
F. Femila Komahal, H. Nagabhushana, R.B. Basavaraj, G.P. Darshan, Hajeebaba K. Inamdar, S.C. Sharma, B. Daruka Prasad, Rational design of monovalent ions (Li, Na, K) co-doped ZnAl₂O₄:Eu³⁺ nanocrystals enabling versatile robust latent fingerprint visualization, Journal of Rare Earths, 37 (2019) 699 – 705 (Elsevier, I. F.: 3.712, Q‑Factor: Q2). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jre.2018.11.003
H.S. Sudheendra, G.P. Darshan, R.B. Basavaraj, Yashwanth V. Naik, H.B. Premakumar, H. Nagabhushana, J.F. Williams, K. Hareesh, M.K. Kokila, Influence of Zn²⁺ doping on the lattice defects and photoluminescence studies of Sr₂CeO₄:Eu³⁺ nanophosphor: Applications for data encryption strategies, Optical Materials, 90 (2019) 159 – 171 (Elsevier, I. F.: 3.080, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.optmat.2019.02.026
C.J. Shilpa, R.B. Basavaraj, G.P. Darshan, H.B. Premkumar, S.C. Sharma, H. Nagabhushana, New insights into the rapid deposition and visualization of latent fingerprints: Cyan light emitting GdAlO₃:Ce³⁺ nano fluorescent probe, Journal of Photochemistry & Photobiology A: Chemistry, 376 (2019) 288 – 304 (Elsevier, I. F.: 4.291, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jphotochem.2019.02.027
B.S. Shashikala, H.B. Premkumar, G.P. Darshan, H. Nagabhushana, S.C. Sharma, S.C. Prashantha, Rational design of bi-functional RE³⁺ (RE = Tb, Ce) and alkali metals (M⁺ = Li, Na, K) co-doped CaAl₂O₄ nanophosphors for solid state lighting and advanced forensic applications, Materials Research Bulletin, 115 (2019) 88 – 97 (Elsevier, I. F.: 4.641, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.materresbull.2019.03.002
A. Sandhyarani, R.B. Basavaraj, G.P. Darshan, H. Nagabhushana, M.K. Kokila, Influence of surface modification on enhancement of luminescent properties of SiO₂@SrTiO₃:Dy³⁺ nanopowders: Probe for visualization of sweat pores present in latent fingerprints, Optik — International Journal for Light and Electron Optics, 181 (2019) 1139 – 1157 (Elsevier, I. F.: 2.443, Q‑Factor: Q2). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijleo.2018.12.088
M. Mangalagowri, R.B. Basavaraj, G.P. Darshan, M.S. Raju, Yashwanth V. Naik, D. Kavyashree, Hajeebaba K. Inamdar, S.C. Sharma, H. Nagabhushana, Sonochemical synthesis of green emitting Ca₂SiO₄:Er³⁺ nanopowders: Promising applications in optical thermometry and radiation dosimeter, Optical Materials, 92 (2019) 125 – 135 (Elsevier, I. F.: 3.080, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.optmat.2019.04.005
S. Yashodamma, G.P. Darshan, R.B. Basavaraj, Udayabhanu, H. Nagabhushana, Ultrasound assisted fabrication of SrTiO₃ nanopowders: Effect of electron beam induced structural and luminescence properties for solid state lightning and high temperature dosimetry applications, Optical Materials, 92 (2019) 386 – 398 (Elsevier, I. F.: 3.080, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.optmat.2019.04.030
T.B. Nijalingappa, M.K. Veeraiah, R.B. Basavaraj, G.P. Darshan, S.C. Sharma, H. Nagabhushana, Antimicrobial properties of green synthesis of MgO micro architectures via Limonia acidissima fruit extract, Biocatalysis and Agricultural Biotechnology, 18 (2019) 100991 (Elsevier, Q‑Factor: Q2).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bcab.2019.01.029
S. Yeshodamma, D.V. Sunitha, R.B. Basavaraj, G.P. Darshan, B. Daruka Prasad, H. Nagabhushana, Monovalent ions co-doped SrTiO₃:Pr³⁺ nanostructures for the visualization of latent fingerprints and can be red component for solid state devices, Journal of Luminescence, 208 (2019) 371 – 387 (Elsevier, I. F.: 3.599, Q‑Factor: Q2). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jlumin.2018.12.044
D. Navami, R.B. Basavaraj, G.P. Darshan, Hajeebaba K. Inamdar, S. C. Sharma, H. B. Premkumar, H. Nagabhushana, Evolution of shapes and identification of level II and III features of fingerprints using CaZrO₃:Sm³⁺ fluorescent markers prepared via solution combustion route, Optical materials, 88 (2019) 479 – 487 (Elsevier, I. F.: 3.080, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.optmat.2018.11.058
M. Dhanalakshmi, R. B. Basavaraj, G. P. Darshan, S. C. Sharma, H. Nagabhushana, Pivotal role of fluxes in BaTiO₃:Eu³⁺ nano probes for visualization of latent fingerprints on multifaceted substrates and anti-counterfeiting applications, Microchemical Journal, 145 (2019) 226 – 234 (Elsevier, I. F.: 4.821, Q‑Factor: Q2).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.microc.2018.10.020
B. S. Shashikala, H. B. Premkumar, G. P. Darshan, H. Nagabhushana, S. C. Prashantha, Spectroscopic Studies of Strong Red Emitting CaAl₂O₄:Eu³⁺ Nano-phosphor for WLED’s Applications Using Judd – Ofelt Theory, International Journal of Luminescence and applications, 9 (1) (2019) 611 – 615.
H. S. Yogananda, R. B. Basavaraj, G. P. Darshan, B. Daruka Prasad, Ramachandra Naik, S. C. Sharma, H. Nagabhushana, New design of highly sensitive and selective MoO₃:Eu³⁺micro-rods: Probing of latent fingerprints visualization and anti-counterfeiting applications, Journal of Colloid and Interface Science, 528 (2018) 443 – 456 (Elsevier, I. F.: 8.128, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jcis.2018.04.104
K. R. Venkatesha Babu, C. G. Renuka, R. B. Basavaraj, G. P. Darshan, H. Nagabhushana, One pot synthesis of TiO₂:Eu³⁺ hierarchical structures as a highly specific luminescent sensing probe for the visualization of latent fingerprints, Journal of Rare Earths, 37 (2019) 134 – 144 (Elsevier, I. F.: 3.712, Q‑Factor: Q2). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jre.2018.05.019
R. B. Basavaraj, G. P. Darshan, B. Daruka Prasad, S. C. Sharma, H. Nagabhushana, Rapid visualization of latent fingerprints using novel CaSiO₃:Sm³⁺ nanophosphors fabricated via ultrasound route, Journal of Rare Earths, 37 (2019) 32 – 44 (Elsevier, I. F.: 3.712, Q‑Factor: Q2).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jre.2018.04.019
M. Dhanalakshmi, H. Nagabhushana, S.C. Sharma, R.B. Basavaraj, G.P. Darshan, D. Kavyashree, Bio-template assisted solvothermal synthesis of broom-like BaTiO₃:Nd³⁺ hierarchical architectures for display and forensic applications, Materials Research Bulletin, 102 (2018) 235 – 247 (Elsevier, I. F.: 4.641, Q‑Factor: Q1).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.materresbull.2018.02.003
F. Femila Komahal, H. Nagabhushana, R. B. Basavaraj, G. P. Darshan, B. Daruka Prasad, Solvothermal synthesis and luminescent properties of hierarchical flowerlike ZnAl₂O₄:Ho³⁺ microstructures, Optical Materials, 84 (2018) 536 – 544 (Elsevier, I. F.: 3.080, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.optmat.2018.06.058
H. S. Yogananda, R. B. Basavaraj, Ramachandra Naik, G. P. Darshan, S. C. Sharma, Daruka Prasad, H. Nagabhushana, Lysine assisted hydrothermal synthesis and formation process of MoO₃:Sm³⁺ phosphors with hierarchical structures and its electron trapping luminescence properties, Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 5 (2018)451 – 463 (Elsevier, I. F.: 5.316, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jallcom.2018.07.124
F. Femila Komahal, H. Nagabhushana, R. B. Basavaraj, G. P. Darshan, B. Daruka Prasad, S. C. Sharma, D. Kavyashree, Design of Bi-functional composite core – shell SiO₂@ZnAl₂O₄:Eu³⁺ array as fluorescent sensors for selective and sensitive latent fingerprints visualization protocol, Advanced Powder Technology, 29 (2018) 1991 – 2002 (Elsevier, I. F.: 4.833, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apt.2018.05.004
R. B. Basavaraj, J. Malleshappa, G. P. Darshan, B. Daruka Prasad, H. Nagabhushana, Cationic surfactant assisted sonochemical synthesis of Nd³⁺ doped Zn₂SiO₄ nanostructures for solid state lighting applications, AIP Conference Proceedings, 1942 (2018) 050090. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1063/1.5028721
M. Venkataravanappa_, R.B. Basavaraj, G.P. Darshan, B. Daruka Prasad, S. C. Sharma,P. Hema Prabha, S. Ramani, H. Nagabhushana, Multifunctional Dy (III) doped di-calcium silicate array for boosting display and forensic applications, Journal of Rare Earths, 36 (2018) 690 – 702 (Elsevier, I. F.: 3.712, Q‑Factor: Q2). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jre.2017.11.013
M. Dhanalakshmi, H. Nagabhushana, R.B. Basavaraj, G.P. Darshan, B. Daruka Prasad, Surfactant-Assisted BaTiO₃: Eu³⁺@SiO₂ core – shell superstructures obtained by ultrasonication method: Dormant fingerprint visualization and red component of white light-emitting diode applications, ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering, 6 (4) (2018) 5214 – 5226 (ACS, I. F.: 8.198, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1021/acssuschemeng.7b04870
B. Marappa, M. S. Rudresha, R. B. Basavaraj, G. P. Darshan, B. Daruka Prasad, S. C. Sharma, S. Sivakumari, P. Amudha, H. Nagabhushana, EGCG assisted Y₂O₃:Eu³⁺ nanopowders with 3D micro-architecture assemblies useful for latent finger print recognition and anti-counterfeiting applications, Sensors and Actuators B: Chemical, 264 (2018)426 – 439 (Elsevier, I. F.: 7.460, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.snb.2018.02.133
K. N. Venkatachalaiah, H. Nagabhushana, R. B. Basavaraj, G. P. Darshan, B. Daruka Prasad, S. C. Sharma, Flux blended synthesis of novel Y₂O₃:Eu³⁺ sensing arrays for highly sensitive dual mode detection of LFPs on versatile surfaces, Journal of Rare Earths, 36 (2018) 954 – 964 (Elsevier, I. F.: 3.712, Q‑Factor: Q2). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jre.2018.04.005
C. Suresh, H. Nagabhushana, R.B. Basavaraj, G.P. Darshan, D. Kavyashree, B. Daruka Prasad, S.C. Sharma, R. Vanithamani, SiO₂@LaOF:Eu³⁺ core-shell functional nanomaterials for sensitive visualization of latent fingerprints and WLED applications, Journal of Colloid and Interface Science, 518 (2018) 200 – 215 (Elsevier, I. F.: 8.128, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jcis.2018.01.093
C. Suresh, H. Nagabhushana_,G. P. Darshan_,R. B. Basavaraj_,D. Kavyashree_,S. C. Sharma_,A. Arulmozhi_,B. Daruka Prasad, H. J. Amith Yadav, Facile LaOF: Sm³⁺ based labeling agent and their applications in residue chemistry of latent fingerprint and cheiloscopy under UV – visible light, Arabian Journal of Chemistry, 11 (2018) 460 – 482 (Elsevier, I. F.: 5.165, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.arabjc.2017.09.014
B. S. Rohini, H. Nagabhushana, G. P. Darshan, R. B. Basavaraj, S. C. Sharma, R. Sudarmani, Fabricated CeO₂ nanopowders as a novel sensing platform for advanced forensic, electrochemical and photocatalytic applications, Applied Nanoscience, 7 (2017) 815 – 833 (Springer, I. F.: 3.674, Q‑Factor: Q2). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s13204-017‑0611‑x
H.J. Amith Yadav, B. Eraiah, H. Nagabhushana, G.P. Darshan, B. Daruka Prasad, M.K. Sateesh, S.C. Sharma, P. Hema Prabha, Bio-inspired ultrasonochemical synthesis of blooming flower like ZnO hierarchical architectures and their excellent biostatic performance, Journal of Science: Advanced Materials and Devices, 2 (2017) 455 – 469 (Elsevier, I. F.: 5.469, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jsamd.2017.11.004
H.J. Amith Yadav, B. Eraiah, H. Nagabhushana, B. Daruka Prasad, R.B. Basavaraj, M.K. Sateesh, J.P. Shabaaz Begum, G.P. Darshan, G.R. Vijayakumar, Broad spectral inhibitory effects of pale green zinc oxide nanophosphor on bacterial and fungal pathogens, Arabian Journal of Chemistry, 11 (2018) 324 – 342 (Elsevier, I. F.: 5.165, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.arabjc.2017.12.012
H.S. Yogananda, H. Nagabhushana, G.P. Darshan_, R.B. Basavaraj, B. Daruka Prasad_, M.K. Sateesh_,G.K. Raghu, MoO₃ nanostructures from EGCG assisted sonochemical route: Evaluation of its application towards forensic and photocatalysis, Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 745 (2018)874 – 891 (Elsevier, I. F.: 5.316, Q‑Factor: Q1).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jallcom.2017.11.278
H.J. Amith Yadav, B. Eraiah, R.B. Basavaraj, H. Nagabhushana, G.P. Darshan, S.C. Sharma, B. Daruka Prasad, R. Nithya_, S. Shanthi_,Rapid synthesis of C‑dot@TiO₂ core-shell composite labeling agent: Probing of complex fingerprints recovery in fresh water, Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 742 (2018) 1006 – 1018 (Elsevier, I. F.: 5.316, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jallcom.2017.12.251
B.S. Shashikala, H.B. Premkumar, G.P. Darshan, H. Nagabhushana, S.C. Sharma, S.C. Prashantha, H.P. Nagaswarupa, Synthesis and Photoluminescence Studies of an Orange Red Color Emitting novel CaAl₂O₄: Sm³⁺ nanophosphor for LED Applications, Materials Today: Proceedings, 4 (2017) 11820 – 11826. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.matpr.2017.09.100
K.R. Ashwini, H.B. Premkumar, G.P. Darshan, H. Nagabhushana, S.C. Sharma, S.C. Prashantha, H.P. Nagaswarupa, Synthesis and Photometric Properties of SrAl₂O₄:Gd³⁺ Nanophosphors via Solution Combustion Method, Materials Today: Proceedings, 4 (2017) 12168 – 12173. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.matpr.2017.09.146
N.H. Deepthi, G.P. Darshan, R.B. Basavaraj, B. Daruka Prasad, H. Nagabhushana, Large-scale controlled bio-inspired fabrication of 3D CeO₂: Eu³⁺ hierarchical structures for evaluation of highly sensitive visualization of latent fingerprints, Sensors and Actuators B: Chemical, 255 (2018) 3127 – 3147 (Elsevier, I. F.: 7.460, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.snb.2017.09.138
M. Dhanalakshmi, H. Nagabhushana, G.P. Darshan, B. Daruka Prasad, Ultrasound assisted sonochemically engineered effective red luminescent labeling agent for high resolution visualization of latent fingerprints, Materials Research Bulletin, 98 (2018) 250 – 264 (Elsevier, I. F.: 4.641, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.materresbull.2017.09.059
M. Venkataravanappa, H. Nagabhushana, G.P. Darshan, S.C. Sharma, K.V. Archana, R.B. Basavaraj, B. Daruka Prasad, Facile ultrasound route for the fabrication of green emitting Ba₂SiO₄: Eu²⁺ nanophosphors for display and dosimetric applications, Materials Research Bulletin, 97 (2018) 281 – 292 (Elsevier, I. F.: 4.641, Q‑Factor: Q1).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.materresbull.2017.08.018
R.B. Basavaraj, H. Nagabhushana, G.P. Darshan, B. Daruka Prasad, M. Rahul, S.C. Sharma, R. Sudaramani, K.V. Archana, Red and green emitting CTAB assisted CdSiO₃:Tb³⁺/Eu³⁺ nanopowders as fluorescent labeling agents used in forensic and display applications, Dyes and Pigments, 147 (2017) 364 – 377 (Elsevier, I. F.: 4.889, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.dyepig.2017.08.011
K. N. Venkatachalaiah, H. Nagabhushana, G. P. Darshan, R. B. Basavaraj, B. Daruka Prasad, Novel and highly efficient red luminescent sensor based SiO₂@ Y₂O₃: Eu³⁺, M⁺(M⁺= Li, Na, K) composite core – shell fluorescent markers for latent fingerprint recognition, security ink and solid state lightning applications, Sensors and Actuators B: Chemical, 251 (2017) 310 – 325 (Elsevier, I. F.: 7.460, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.snb.2017.05.022
A. Sandhyarani, M. K. Kokila, G. P. Darshan, R. B. Basavaraj, B. Daruka Prasad, S. C. Sharma, T.K.S. Lakshmi, H. Nagabhushana, Versatile core – shell SiO₂@ SrTiO₃: Eu³⁺, Li⁺ nanopowders as fluorescent label for the visualization of latent fingerprints and anti-counterfeiting applications, Chemical Engineering Journal, 327 (2017) 1135 – 1150 (Elsevier, I. F.: 13.273, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cej.2017.06.093
C. Suresh, H. Nagabhushana, G. P. Darshan, R. B. Basavaraj, S. C. Sharma, D. V. Sunitha, B. Daruka Prasad, Positron annihilation spectroscopy and photoluminescence investigation of LaOF: Tb³⁺ nanophosphor fabricated via ultrasound assisted sonochemical route, Materials Science and Engineering: B, 224 (2017) 28 – 39 (Elsevier, I. F.: 4.051, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mseb.2017.07.001
K. N. Venkatachalaiah, H. Nagabhushana, G. P. Darshan, R. B. Basavaraj, B. Daruka Prasad, S. C. Sharma, Structural, morphological and photometric properties of sonochemically synthesized Eu³⁺ doped Y₂O₃ nanophosphor for optoelectronic devices, Materials Research Bulletin, 94 (2017) 442 – 455 (Elsevier, I. F.: 4.641, Q‑Factor: Q1).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.materresbull.2017.06.025
K. N. Venkatachalaiah, H. Nagabhushana, G. P. Darshan, R. B. Basavaraj, B. Daruka Prasad, S. C. Sharma, Blue light emitting Y₂O₃:Tm³⁺ nanophosphors with tunable morphology obtained by bio-surfactant assisted sonochemical route, Spectrochimica Acta Part A: Molecular and Biomolecular Spectroscopy, 184 (2017) 89 – 100 (Elsevier, I. F.: 4.098, Q‑Factor: Q2). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.saa.2017.04.033
L. Renuka, K. S. Anantharaju, Y. S. Vidya, H. P. Nagaswarupa, S. C. Prashantha, S. C. Sharma, H. Nagabhushana, G. P. Darshan, A simple combustion method for the synthesis of multi-functional ZrO₂/CuO nanocomposites: Excellent performance as Sunlight photocatalysts and enhanced latent fingerprint detection, Applied Catalysis B: Environmental, 210 (2017) 97 – 115 (Elsevier, I. F.: 19.503, Q‑Factor: Q1).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apcatb.2017.03.055
R. B. Basavaraj, H. Nagabhushana, G. P. Darshan, S. C. Sharma, K. N. Venkatachalaiah, Ultrasound assisted rare earth doped Wollastonite nanopowders: Labeling agent for imaging eccrine latent fingerprints and cheiloscopy applications, Journal of Industrial and Engineering Chemistry, 51 (2017) 90 – 105 (Elsevier, I. F.: 6.064, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jiec.2017.02.019
B. S. Rohini, H. Nagabhushana, G. P. Darshan, R. B. Basavaraj, S. C. Sharma, P. Amudha, M. Rahul, B. Daruka Prasad, Multifunctional applications of self-Assembled 3D CeO₂: Cr³⁺ hierarchical structures synthesized via ultrasound assisted sonochemical route, Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 724(2017), 897 – 909 (Elsevier, I. F.: 5.316, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jallcom.2017.07.054
Ramachandra Naik, S. C. Prashantha, H. Nagabhushana, H. P. Nagaswarupa, D. M. Jnaneshwara, P. B. Devaraja, G. P. Darshan, Diffuse reflectance properties and bandgap analysis of Mg₂SiO₄: RE³⁺ (RE= Eu, Tb, Sm, Dy) nanophosphors for light emitting device application, AIP Conference Proceedings, 1832 (1) (2017) 050035.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1063/1.4980268
M. Dhanalakshmi, H. Nagabhushana, G. P. Darshan, R. B. Basavaraj, B. Daruka Prasad, Sonochemically assisted hollow/solid BaTiO₃:Dy³⁺ microspheres and their applications in effective detection of latent fingerprints and lip prints, Journal of Science: Advanced Materials and Devices, 2 (1) (2017) 22 – 33 (Elsevier, I. F.: 5.469, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jsamd.2017.02.004
C. Suresh, H. Nagabhushana, G. P. Darshan, R. B. Basavaraj, B. Daruka Prasad, S. C. Sharma, M. K. Sateesh, J. P. Shabaaz Begum, Lanthanum oxyfluoride nanostructures prepared by modified sonochemical method and their use in the fields of optoelectronics and biotechnology, Arabian Journal of Chemistry, 11 (2018) 460 – 482 (Elsevier, I. F.: 5.165, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.arabjc.2017.03.006
M. Venkataravanappa, H. Nagabhushana, B. Daruka Prasad, G. P. Darshan, R. B. Basavaraj, G. R. Vijayakumar, Dual color emitting Eu doped strontium orthosilicate phosphors synthesized by bio-template assisted ultrasound for solid state lightning and display applications, Ultrasonics Sonochemistry, 34 (2017) 803 – 820 (Elsevier, I. F.: 7.491, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ultsonch.2016.07.004
H. J. Amith Yadav, B. Eraiah, H. Nagabhushana, G. P. Darshan, B. Daruka Prasad, S. C. Sharma, H. B. Premkumar, K. S. Anantharaju, G. R. Vijayakumar, Facile ultrasound route to prepare micro/nano superstructures for multifunctional applications, ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering, 5 (3) (2017) 2061 – 2074 (ACS, I. F.: 8.198, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1021/acssuschemeng.6b01693
G. P. Darshan, H. B. Premkumar, H. Nagabhushana, S. C. Sharma, B. Daruka Prasad, S. C. Prashantha, Neodymium doped yttrium aluminate synthesis and optical properties – A blue light emitting nanophosphor and its use in advanced forensic analysis, Dyes and Pigments, 134(2016) 227 – 233 (Elsevier, I. F.: 4.889, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.dyepig.2016.06.029
M. Venkataravanappa, H. Nagabhushana, G. P. Darshan, B. Daruka Prasad, G. R. Vijayakumar, H. B. Premkumar, Novel EGCG assisted ultrasound synthesis of self-assembled Ca₂SiO₄:Eu³⁺ hierarchical superstructures: Photometric characteristics and LED applications, Ultrasonics Sonochemistry, 33 (2016) 226 – 239 (Elsevier, I. F.: 7.491, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ultsonch.2016.03.028
G. P. Darshan, H. B. Premkumar, H. Nagabhushana, S. C. Sharma, B. Daruka Prasad, S. C. Prashantha, R. B. Basavaraj, Superstructures of doped yttrium aluminates for luminescent and advanced forensic investigations, Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 686 (2016) 577 – 587 (Elsevier, I. F.: 5.316, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jallcom.2016.05.255
G. P. Darshan, H. B. Premkumar, H. Nagabhushana, S. C. Sharma, S. C. Prashantha, H. P. Nagaswarup, B. Daruka Prasad, Blue light emitting ceramic nano-pigments of Tm³⁺ doped YAlO₃: Applications in latent finger print, anti-counterfeiting and porcelain stoneware, Dyes and Pigments, 131 (2016) 268 – 281 (Elsevier, I. F.: 4.889, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.dyepig.2016.02.015
G. P. Darshan, H. B. Premkumar, H. Nagabhushana, S. C. Sharma, S. C. Prashantha, B. Daruka Prasad, Effective fingerprint recognition technique using doped yttrium aluminate nano phosphor material, Journal of colloid and interface science, 464 (2016) 206 – 218 (Elsevier, I. F.: 8.128, Q‑Factor: Q1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jcis.2015.11.025.

Awards & Achievements

Topped 2^nd in the AD Scientific Index Rankings for Scientists frameworks-2022 within M.S. Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Bengaluru.
Best paper presentation award in a national conference on “Trends in advanced materials and its applications (TAMA-2017)” held at Department of studies & research in Physics, Tumkur University, Tumkur, Karnataka, during 30^th November 2017.
Best paper presentation award in a national conference on “Advanced Functional Materials (AFM 2015)”, held at Dayananda Sagar Institute of Technology, Bangalore, Karnataka, during 4^th and 5^th, December, 2015.

Qualifications

Ph.D.

M.Sc. (Physics) Specialization: Material Science

B.Sc.

Experience

Training Experience

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