ABOUT ME

Mudasir Younis Sofi has recently completed his Ph.D. in Physics from Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI), New Delhi, where his research focused on Advanced Computational Materials Science. He previously earned both his M.Phil. and M.Sc. degrees in Physics from Jiwaji University, Gwalior, graduating with excellent academic distinction.  In recognition of his exceptional research potential, Mudasir was awarded the Prime Minister’s Research Fellowship (PMRF) — one of India’s most prestigious and competitive fellowships for young researchers. Through this fellowship, he carried out independent and high-impact research on the computational design and discovery of quantum materials, particularly lead-free halide and double perovskites, using modern Density Functional Theory (DFT) and many-body perturbation approaches (GW–BSE). His work aims to address pressing energy and environmental challenges by developing materials capable of converting waste heat into useful electrical energy (thermoelectricity) and by advancing eco-friendly alternatives for next-generation optoelectronic and spintronic devices. He has also contributed to understanding the physics behind perovskite solar cells (PSCs), which have achieved remarkable efficiencies exceeding 23% in laboratory-scale devices. Mudasir has published over ten peer-reviewed SCI-indexed (Q1) journal articles and four book chapters, earning several distinctions including the RSC Materials Advances Paper Prize (2025) and recognition among the Top 50 Most Downloaded Articles of 2024. His research combines deep theoretical insight with advanced computational methods, drawing on expertise in DFT, GW-BSE, DFPT, Phonopy, ShengBTE, and high-performance computing (HPC) workflows. Alongside research, Mudasir is passionate about teaching, mentoring, and science outreach. As part of the PMRF program, he served as a Teaching Assistant, delivering lectures and guiding students in computational physics. Beyond academia, he is an enthusiastic gardener and cricket lover, and he devotes time to community service, working with initiatives that support underprivileged and marginalized communities. His dedication to both scientific innovation and social responsibility reflects a holistic approach to learning, leadership, and contribution.