Harikrishnan Ramani

Harikrishnan Ramani is an Assistant Professor of Physics & Astronomy at the University of Delaware, affiliated with the College of Arts & Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. in Physics & Astronomy from Stony Brook University and completed postdoctoral research at the University of California, Berkeley. His research focuses on particle physics, high-energy phenomenology, and dark matter detection, with emphasis on novel experimental techniques such as quantum dot detectors and cyclotron resonance methods. His work addresses fundamental questions in cosmology, including dark matter interactions, axion physics, and sub-GeV dark matter signatures.

Education: Ph.D., Physics & Astronomy (Stony Brook University); Postdoctoral Researcher (UC Berkeley).

Research interests span dark matter detection strategies, particle physics models beyond the Standard Model, and astrophysical probes of dark matter. He explores topics like millicharged particles, coherent dark matter self-interactions, and applications of quantum systems in particle detection.

His recent articles highlight advancements in detection methodologies, including molecular excitation techniques, terrestrial relic studies, and pulsar timing probes of dark matter substructure. These studies contribute to understanding dark matter’s role in galaxy formation and cosmological dynamics.