Ramesh Adhikari

Ramesh Adhikari serves as an Assistant Professor of Physics in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Colgate University. His research focuses on developing sustainable electronic materials derived from biological sources, particularly exploring the electronic and surface properties of leaves and peptide-based nanostructures for applications in biodegradable devices.

Dr. Adhikari's research interests center on sustainable electronics using bio-based materials that offer novel structural and functional properties with lower environmental impact. His lab, the Nanoscale Surfaces & Bio-based Electronics Laboratory, pursues two main research directions: studying aromatic amino acid-based nanostructures and developing leaf-based electronics for applications including wires, supercapacitors, and resistive memory devices. His work bridges materials science, nanotechnology, and environmental sustainability.

Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a consistent focus on sustainable electronic materials derived from biological sources. His research demonstrates how natural materials like leaves and amino acid structures can be engineered for electronic applications while maintaining biodegradability. The publications span multiple high-impact journals in materials science, nanotechnology, and sustainable energy, showing interdisciplinary collaboration with students and researchers across institutions.

Dr. Adhikari has successfully mentored numerous undergraduate researchers, many of whom have gone on to prestigious graduate programs at institutions including Northeastern University, Georgetown University, University of Illinois Urbana Champaign, and University of Pennsylvania. His research has been supported by various internal and external funding sources, though specific awards aren't listed on his website.

He teaches a diverse range of physics courses at Colgate University, from introductory courses like Electricity & Magnetism to advanced topics including Electromagnetism and Quantum Mechanics. His teaching philosophy emphasizes active learning pedagogical methods such as interactive demonstrations, think-pair-share, peer instruction, and collaborative problem-solving to make physics more accessible and engaging for all students.