Niraj Ghimire

Niraj Ghimire is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Connecticut, affiliated with the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on condensed matter physics, quantum mechanics, and many-body systems, with a particular emphasis on dipolar interactions and topological phases in one-dimensional structures. He employs theoretical and computational methods such as the Density Matrix Renormalization Group (DMRG) to study quantum phase transitions and frustrated systems.

• Education:
  • Ph.D., Theoretical Physics, University of Connecticut (2019)
  • M.Sc., Theoretical Physics, Tribhuvan University (2008)
  • B.Sc., Physics, Tribhuvan University (2006)

His research interests include computational physics, topological phases, and quantum phase transitions in dipolar systems. Recent work explores frustrated dipole interactions in quasi-1D zigzag chains and their implications for many-body physics. He has also contributed to pedagogical studies, including transitioning to studio physics models in large universities.

Publications highlight investigations into quantum phases, dipolar systems, and numerical simulations, with a focus on theoretical and computational approaches. His work spans both fundamental physics and educational methodologies.

• Awards:
  • Teaching Enhancement Grant (2023)
  • Provost Commendation for Excellence in Teaching (2020)
  • Marshall J. Walker Outstanding Teaching Assistant Award (2017)

While no formal advisees are listed, his teaching awards reflect dedication to education. His office is located in S-322 of the Gant South Building on the Storrs campus.