Gaurab Rimal
استادیار · Novel quantum material synthesis and characterization
Western Michigan Universityمعرفی
Dr. Gaurab Rimal is an Assistant Professor of Physics in the Department of Physics at Western Michigan University. His research focuses on novel quantum material synthesis, electrical transport, and spectroscopy, with a specialization in condensed matter physics and thin film technology. He holds a Ph.D. in Condensed Matter Physics from the University of Wyoming (2017) and a B.S. in Physics from Truman State University (2011).
Education:
- Ph.D., Condensed Matter Physics, University of Wyoming, 2017
- B.S., Physics, Truman State University, 2011
Research Interests:
- Novel quantum material synthesis and characterization
- Electrical transport and spectroscopy
- Material and device engineering
- Thin film growth via molecular beam epitaxy
- Quantum phenomena in layered oxides and Dirac semimetals
His recent work emphasizes strain-engineered electronic properties, terahertz spectroscopy of quantum materials, and magneto-optical responses in ultrathin films. He has pioneered studies on emergent magnetism in high-conductivity layered oxides like PdCoO₂ and developed new epitaxy techniques for complex oxides. His articles highlight advancements in thin film synthesis, superconductivity in kagome lattices, and tunable anomalous Hall effects.
No scientific awards or advising students are explicitly listed in the provided materials. His research often involves collaborations on cutting-edge topics such as hyperbolic plasmons, Kondo effects, and oxygen vacancy engineering in materials like EuO₁₋ₓ.
