In this special session, we explore a groundbreaking Indian innovation in nanotechnology and LED research developed at Aryabhatta Knowledge University (AKU) , Patna.
The AKU Researchers Team led by Dr. Bibhuti Bikramaditya has invented a new functional nanomaterial based on Yttrium Aluminum Borate for next-generation LED applications. This invention was developed as part of Dr. Bibhuti’s Ph.D research under the guidance of Dr. Rakesh Kumar Singh and co-guidance of Prof. R. K. Verma. Key Highlights of this Nanomaterial: ✔ Non-lanthanide material with high coloring effect ✔ Rare earth element abundantly available in India ✔ Potential reduction in dependency on Chinese raw materials for LED manufacturing ✔ Suitable for both UV LEDs and visible LEDs ✔ Ultra-low operating voltage from 1.3V to 1.7V ✔ Potential reduction in sparkling effects harmful to the human retina Guests's Bio: Dr. Bibhuti Bikramaditya: Dr. Bibhuti Vikramaditya is an accomplished Product and R&D leader with over 23 years of experience spanning nanotechnology, VLSI (FPGA/ASIC), embedded systems, and hardware product development. A graduated incubatee of IIT Patna, he is the Director of SmartWay Electronics Pvt. Ltd., having secured funding from IIT Patna, the Department of Industry, Government of Bihar, and the Startup India Seed Fund. His research contributions include nano-electronics and nanomaterials for advanced LED devices, with a provisional patent filed and hands-on expertise across advanced characterization and nanotechnology tools. Beyond industry, Dr. Vikramaditya is the Founder of BiharBrains Development Society, a non-profit focused on building a research and innovation culture in Bihar, and the driving force behind the annual Bihar Science Conference, an international forum hosted with leading universities. He also serves as the Managing Editor of Manthan, an international peer-reviewed journal, reflecting his commitment to advancing scientific research, capacity building, and deep-tech ecosystem development in Eastern India. Dr. Rakesh Kumar Singh: Dr. Rakesh Kumar Singh is the head of the Department of School of Nanoscience & Nanotechnology, Aryabhatta Knowledge University, Patna. He started his teaching and research career at the age of about 25 year in year 2004 (after passing M.Sc-Physics in the year 2003) as Lecture of Physics, Patna Women’s College, Patna University. He guided/completed 14 Ph.D. theses, 45 M.Tech Research project theses and 18 UG Research project under College with Potential for excellence status, accorded by UGC & Basic Scientific Research (NAAC-A grade scheme) till Aug. 2021. He has published/ written research article about more than 100 in peer reviewed journals. Prof. R. K. Verma: Prof Ranjit K. Verma, FRSC(London) is the Founder Vice Chancellor of Munger University and a former Pro Vice Chancellor of Patna University, Patna. He superannuated as Professor of Inorganic and Analytical Chemistry from Magadh University and has been authoring popular science articles for media since 70’s. An author for chemistry textual materials and encyclopaedia chapter, he is also a former Hony. Editor of the Journal of Indian Chemical Society and, an Associate Editor of the Journal of Thermal Analysis and Calorimetry(Springer). His works on synthesis of smart nanoparticles and those on thermooxidative decomposition of edible oils are well acclaimed. Presently, he is also President of Indian Council of Chemists and General Secretary of Ind. Sci. Cong. Assoc. Nishant Kumar : Nishant Kumar is a Researcher and Technical Assistant at the Centre for Nanoscience & Nanotechnology, Aryabhatta Knowledge University, Patna, He earned his M.Tech in Nanoscience & Nanotechnology as a university topper from Aryabhatta Knowledge University and holds a B.Tech in Electrical & Electronics Engineering. He has strong expertise in nanomaterial synthesis and advanced characterization techniques including XRD, SEM, FTIR, DLS, and TGA-DTA, and has contributed to more than 40 PG and Ph.D. research theses. His research interests span nanomaterials, nanoelectronics, nanomedicine, sensors, and environmental applications. He has authored over 50 SCI/Scopus-indexed publications, with an h-index of 19 and nearly 950 citations, and holds a granted patent on YAB-based nanomaterials for LED applications. Nishant Kumar is also an IEEE member and has delivered invited talks and lectures on nanotechnology, nano-biotechnology, advanced materials, and emerging nanodevice applications at academic institutions and conferences. In addition, he has served as an Assistant Professor in an engineering college and actively contributes as a peer reviewer, researcher, and conference participant in the field of nanoscience and nanotechnology.Watch the recorded webinar here:
