Dr. Muhammad Rashid | Computational Material | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Muhammad Rashid, Ghazi University, Pakistan

Dr. Muhammad Rashid is a Pakistani physicist and Associate Professor at the Department of Physics, Ghazi University Dera Ghazi Khan, Pakistan. He holds a Ph.D. in Physics (Condensed Matter/Computational Materials) from The Islamia University of Bahawalpur (IUB), conducted in collaboration with the National University of Singapore (NUS). His research focuses on the structural, electronic, optical, and magnetic properties of semiconductors, perovskites, and energy storage materials. He has extensive experience in computational material science, specializing in simulation techniques such as WIEN2k, VASP, and CASTEP. Throughout his career, Dr. Rashid has worked with esteemed institutions, including COMSATS University Islamabad and NUS, and has contributed significantly to the study of nanomaterials, energy harvesting applications, and Li-ion battery technologies. As a dedicated educator, he has taught a wide range of physics courses, including Modern Physics, Computational Physics, and Solid State Physics, fostering the next generation of scientists and researchers.

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award

Dr. Muhammad Rashid is a highly qualified researcher in the field of Condensed Matter and Computational Materials Physics. His extensive academic background, including a Ph.D. from The Islamia University of Bahawalpur in collaboration with the National University of Singapore, highlights his expertise in materials science, nanomaterials, and energy storage applications.

🎓 Education

Ph.D. in Physics (Condensed Matter/Computational Materials) – The Islamia University of Bahawalpur (IUB), Pakistan (2014) 🏅
- Thesis Title: “Structural, Electronic, Optical and Magnetic properties of II – VI semiconductors.”
- Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Sheikh Aftab Ahmad
- Collaboration: National University of Singapore (NUS)
M.Phil. in Physics – The Islamia University of Bahawalpur (IUB), Pakistan (2010) 📡
- Thesis: “Designing, Fabrication and Applications of Controlled Atmospheric Tube Furnace.”
M.Sc. in Physics – Bahauddin Zakariya University (BZU), Pakistan (2006) 🧲
- Specialization: Digital Electronics
B.Sc. in Science (Physics, Math A & B) – Bahauddin Zakariya University (BZU), Pakistan (2004) 📖
Higher Secondary School Certificate (ICS) – FBISE, Bahawalpur, Pakistan (2002) 🖥️
Secondary School Certificate (Science Group) – FBISE, Islamabad, Pakistan (2000) ⚛️

💼 Work & Research Experience

Associate Professor – Ghazi University Dera Ghazi Khan, Pakistan (March 2021 – Present) 🏛️
- Teaching courses such as Modern Physics, Computational Physics, Condensed Matter Physics, Electromagnetic Theory, and Solid-State Physics.
- Supervising research in condensed matter physics and nanomaterials.
Assistant Professor – COMSATS University Islamabad, Pakistan (April 2014 – March 2021) 🏫
- Conducted research and taught various physics courses.
Research Associate – National University of Singapore (NUS), Singapore (March 2013 – October 2013) 🇸🇬
- Worked under Prof. Y.P. Feng on Density Functional Theory (DFT) simulations using WIEN2k, VASP, and CASTEP.
Researcher (Material Simulation Group – MSG) – The Islamia University of Bahawalpur (IUB), Pakistan (Feb 2010 – Feb 2013) 🏗️
- Specialized in computational material science and condensed matter physics.

🏆 Achievements, Awards & Honors

🏅 Recipient of the Ph.D. Fellowship – National University of Singapore (NUS) 🇸🇬
🏅 Published Numerous Research Papers in Web of Science and Scopus-indexed journals 📑
🏅 Supervised Several Ph.D. and M.Phil. Students in Computational and Condensed Matter Physics 🎓
🏅 Expert in Computational Physics Tools such as WIEN2K, VASP, SCAPS-1D, and MATLAB 🖥️
🏅 Active Researcher in Renewable Energy Applications (2D heterostructures, perovskites, and energy storage materials) ⚡

Publication Top Notes:

Pressure-induced modifications in the electronic, mechanical, optical, and thermodynamic properties of CsPbI₃ for advanced optoelectronic applications: A DFT study

Bandgap engineering in graphene oxide (GO) via integrating DFT calculations with atmospheric-pressure microplasma (AMP) treatment for optoelectronic applications

Chemistry of zeolites and zeolite based composite membranes as a cutting-edge candidate for removal of organic dyes & heavy metal ions: Progress and future directions

Retraction notice to “Design and numerical simulation of lead-free inorganic perovskites (Cs₂BiAgI₆) solar cell through computation method” [Heliyon 10 (2024) e33922] (Heliyon (2024) 10(14), (S2405844024099535), (10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e33922))

Structural, spectral, dielectric, and magnetic properties of Gd³⁺ substituted Y-type Barium hexaferrites

Systematic analysis of lead-free halide K₂SnX₆ (X = Cl, Br, I) double perovskites for solar cell applications

Design and numerical simulation of lead-free inorganic perovskites (Cs₂BiAgI₆) solar cell through computation method

Mrs. Parami ama Shakya, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka

Merigngnage Dona Parami Ama Shakya, is a dedicated physicist currently pursuing an M. Phil in Physics at the University of Kelaniya, where she previously earned her B.Sc. Honours in Physics, graduating with a Second Upper Class GPA of 3.57. Parami has gained valuable experience as a Temporary Demonstrator and Temporary Research Assistant at the same university, and she is now a physicist in the Sri Lanka Scientific Service. Her research interests focus on dye-sensitized solar cells, with multiple publications showcasing her work on copper thin-film photoanodes and natural dye co-sensitization. Parami’s strong analytical skills and innovative approach to problem-solving are complemented by her proficiency in project management and IT literacy. She is actively engaged in the academic community, sharing her findings through conferences and publications, including contributions to renowned journals and international conferences. Outside her research, she is known for her creativity and ability to navigate complex challenges in her field. Parami is passionate about advancing renewable energy technologies and contributing to sustainable scientific practices.

🎓 Education

M. Phil in Physics
University of Kelaniya

B.Sc. Honours in Physics (2017-2021)
University of Kelaniya
Course Description: Physics, Pure Mathematics, Electronics
Class: Second Upper Class | GPA: 3.57

G.C.E. Advanced Level Examination (2016)
Physical Science Stream

G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination (2012)

💼 Work Experience

Physicist (December 2024 – Present)
Sri Lanka Scientific Service

Temporary Research Assistant (December 2022 – October 2024)
Department of Physics and Electronics, University of Kelaniya

Temporary Demonstrator (August 2022 – December 2022)
Department of Physics and Electronics, University of Kelaniya

🏆 Achievements & Publications

Published Works:

“A Study on Cu Thin-Film Electroplated TiO2 Photoanodes for Applications in Natural Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells” – Crystals (29th December 2024) 🌟
“Co-sensitization Performance of Dye Sensitized Solar Cell Based on Combination of Natural Dyes Extracted from Grapes and Green Tea” – International Conference on Applied and Pure Science (11th October 2024) 🍇
“Temperature Effect on Wettability Properties of Electrodeposited n-Type Cuprous Oxide” – International Conference on Applied and Pure Science (11th October 2024) 🌡️
“Improvement of dye sensitized solar cell performance using different particle sizes of double layered TiO2 photoanodes” – 20th International Postgraduate Research Conference (29th November 2024) 🔋