Manoj Harbola

Prof. Manoj Harbola serves as a Professor and Head of the Department of Physics at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur), a premier institution driving cutting-edge research and education in experimental and theoretical physics. His leadership oversees the department's extensive academic programs and research infrastructure, maintaining IIT Kanpur's reputation for excellence in physical sciences.

His research spans foundational and applied physics domains, with primary focus on Condensed Matter Physics (including complex systems and manganite materials), Nuclear Physics (low-energy fusion and ion-beam applications), High Energy Physics (quark distributions and spin asymmetries), and Quantum Technologies (photonics and quantum information systems). These interests align with the department's core research thrusts in condensed matter, nuclear, and quantum phenomena.

Prof. Harbola's exceptional pedagogical contributions were formally recognized with the Excellence in Teaching Award in 2023, highlighting his impact on student development and curriculum innovation.

• Excellence in Teaching Award (2023)

While specific details of his current research grants and doctoral advisees aren't explicitly documented in the source material, the department under his leadership administers numerous sponsored projects and supervises PhD candidates across diverse physics disciplines. The department maintains critical research infrastructure including the FIB Lab, Squid Lab, Tandetron Accelerator Lab, Central Cryogenic Facility, and Central Workshop Facility, enabling advanced experimental work in materials science, quantum devices, and nuclear physics.