معرفی
Parameswar Hari, Ph.D., is a Professor of Physics and Engineering Physics at The University of Tulsa. He serves as Director of the Oklahoma Photovoltaic Research Institute (OKPVRI), an interdisciplinary center involving researchers from TU, OU, and OSU. His work focuses on advancing solar cell efficiency through nanomaterials research, including thin films and novel photonic devices. He has secured over $750,000 in NASA funding (2023) and led projects funded by NSF, DoD, and DOE STTR. Hari oversees four research labs at TU and has mentored 38 undergraduate students, three Ph.D., and nine master’s students since 2004. He teaches courses ranging from introductory physics to advanced quantum mechanics.
Education
- Ph.D., University of Utah (2000)
- M.S., Physics, Ohio University (Year unspecified)
Research Interests
- Solar cell fabrication and characterization
- Nanomaterials synthesis (e.g., ZnO, Ag-doped materials)
- Thin film technology for photovoltaic applications
- Nanostructured devices for energy conversion
Key Achievements
- Received Energy Faculty Fellow (2024-25)
- Recipient of Zelimir Schmidt Award (2019) and Cottrell Science Award (2000-02)
- Developed innovative solar cell designs for space exploration
Labs & Teams
- Photovoltaic Research Group (10+ years)
- Oklahoma Photovoltaic Research Institute (OKPVRI)
- Four TU labs specializing in thin film solar cell fabrication
