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Dr. Vandana Tripathi is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at Florida State University (FSU), affiliated with the College of Arts and Sciences. Her research focuses on experimental nuclear physics, particularly the structure of neutron-rich nuclei and their role in nucleosynthesis. She utilizes gamma-ray spectroscopy techniques at FSU and national facilities like the National Superconducting Cyclotron Laboratory (MSU) and Argonne National Laboratory.
Dr. Tripathi earned her Ph.D. in experimental nuclear physics from Jawahar Lal Nehru University in India. Her work explores fusion reactions below the Coulomb barrier and investigates collective excitations in nuclei. She actively mentors graduate and undergraduate students, including Rebeka Lubna, on projects at FSU and NSCL.
Her research interests span nuclear structure studies, beta decay mechanisms, and the application of gamma-ray arrays. Recent publications highlight studies on octupole rotational bands, exotic Cl isotopes, and the role of nuclear shell gaps. She also engages in global health initiatives, addressing maternal healthcare and obstetric fistula challenges in low-resource settings.
Key collaborations include the Facility for Rare Isotope Beams (FRIB) and interdisciplinary projects on obstetric care in sub-Saharan Africa. Dr. Tripathi’s work bridges fundamental nuclear physics with applied health research, emphasizing both experimental innovation and community-driven solutions.
