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An enthusiastic, innovative and enterprising Department of Physics was established during the year 1993-1994 with a small strength of 3 students. It grew into a full-fledged department with nearly 270 students studying physics at U.G and P.G level.

In our department, teaching is not only a profession but a passion. It has an outstanding academic track record of securing gold medals and university ranks from Osmania University. Each and every faculty member interacts well with students and motivates them to pursue higher education. Faculty members identify the learners’ needs through assessment tests and interaction. Steps are taken to explore the hidden talent and originality among students. The department encourages student projects, arranges guest lectures by eminent professors and scientists from national laboratories, and also organizes field trips on a regular basis.

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Objectives
  • Develop the ability of the students to conduct, observe, analyzes and report an experiment
  • Make the student aware of  broad spectrum of physics courses Emphasize the role of physics in life and other discipline
  • Provide the students with the current modern techniques in physics
  • Make the students aware of opportunities in higher education and employability with physics as one of the core subjects.
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Research & Projects
    • Dr.Komala, Academic Dean,presented and published a Paper on “Reinforcement Learning in AI- Driven Robotics: A Novel approach to autonomous decision making” with ISBN:978-93-49022-39-3 ,page no.193 to 201 in Paramount Publishing House,Hyd. in a 2 Day International Conference on “Discovering New Horizons for Sustainable Development.
    • On 6th to 7th February 2025 Dr.P.Sangeetha Lakshmi, Head Dept. of Physics presented and Published a Paper on “Electronic Waste: A Rising Threat to Human Health and Management “ with ISBN:978-93-49022-39-3 ,page no.383 to 392.in Paramount Publishing House,Hyd. in a 2 Day International Conference on “Discovering New Horizons for Sustainable Development.
    • On 7th February 2025, Dr.P.Sangeetha Lakshmi, Head Department of Physics Chaired a session of e-Waste Management in a 2 Day International Conference on “Discovering New Horizons for Sustainable Development
    • Dr.P.Sangeetha Lakshmi, HOD Physics , along with M.Priyamvada of II MPCs, Presented a paper on the topic 100 YEARS OF QUANTUM MECHANICS: THE THEORY THAT CHANGED EVERYTHING in an International conference ICETSAT 2025 CONDUCTED BY Little Flower Degree College,Hyderabad,from 28-30 July 2025
    • Ms.M.Priyamvada of II MPCs. Presented a paper on the topic 100 YEARS OF QUANTUM MECHANICS: THE THEORY THAT CHANGED EVERYTHING in an International conference ICETSAT 2025 CONDUCTED BY Little Flower Degree College,Hyderabad,from 28-30 July 2025.
    • Dr.R.Komala, Dr.P.Sangeetha Lakshmi.Published a A Review Article on the Topic: “Applications of Bio luminescent Materials in Medical Diagnostics and Treatment” . Published in International Journal of Engineering Technology Research & Management -, Page No. 62 ,April-2025 Edition, ISSN: 2456-9348 Impact Factor: 8.232
    • R.Komala, Improving Axial Resolution of ‘Asymmetrically Apodized Systems with Two Dimensional Complex Pupil Filters’, Journal of Optics, J Opt, DOI 10.1007/S12596-015-0295-0, ISSN 0972-8821.
    • On 6 th to 7 th February 2025 Dr.P.Sangeetha Lakshmi, Head Dept. of Physics presented and Published a Paper on “Electronic Waste: A Rising Threat to Human Health and Management “ with ISBN:978-93-49022-39-3 ,page no.383 to 392.in Paramount Publishing House,Hyd. in a 2 Day International Conference on “Discovering New Horizons for Sustainable Development.
    • Dr.Komala, Academic Dean,presented and published a Paper on “Reinforcement Learning in AI- Driven Robotics: A Novel approach to autonomous decision making” with ISBN:978- 93-49022-39-3 ,page no.193 to 201 in Paramount Publishing House,Hyd. in a 2 Day International Conference on “Discovering New Horizons for Sustainable Development.
    • Dr.Komala and Dr.P.Sangeetha Lakshmi published a paper in a National e-conference titled’ Implementation of NEP in HEIs’ organized by IQAC. on the topic INTEGRATING IN SKILL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMMES IN LEARNERS OF HE. ISBN -978-93-93259-86-8 page no.165.,Paramount publishers on 14-15 October 2022.
    • Mrs.T.Paleena published a paper on Effect of Positive affirmations on students for their emotional wellbeing in the International Journal of Research IJR with ISSN No: 2348- 6848 Vol:9 issues 3 in the month of April 2022. organized by IQAC of our college
    • Dr.M.Sangeetha published a paper on IKIGAI-A Solution to Modern Day Stress in The International Journal of Research IJR with ISSN No: 2348-6848 Vol:9 issues 3 in the month of April 2022. organized by IQAC of our college
    • Dr. P. Sangeetha Lakshmi published a paper on Stress & its effect on health in the International Journal of Research IJR with ISSN No: 2348-6848 Vol:9 issues 3 in the month of April 2022. organized by IQAC of our college
    • Dr.Komala published a paper on Positive Thinking & Wellbeing to overcome Helplessness in International Journal of Research IJR with ISSN No: 2348-6848 Vol:9 issues 3 in the month of April 2022 organized by IQAC of our college
    • Mrs.T.Paleena published a research paper entitled ‘Effect of Calcination Temperature on Photoluminescence Intensity of Sol-Gel Prepared Sr 2 CeO 4 :Eu3+ Nanophosphors in an International peer reviewed Multidisciplinary Journal of ES Materials & Manufacturing 0n 14,December 2021, 73-78 with ISSN No: 2578-0611 by Engineered Science publishers, USA
    • The faculty and the Physics students of M.Sc. and B.Sc. have presented and published the papers on the respective topics in the two day National Seminar conducted by RBVRR College, Hyderabad from 4-5 March 2022
      * Sumayya Samreen & Rimsha Fatima of I M.Sc. Physics on the topic: Innovation of 3D Printing to create Sustainable fashion.
      * P.V.R Krishna Bharathi & V.Brahma Tejaswini of I M.Sc. Physics on the topic: Sustainable Construction-Building Better
      * Dr.Komala & II M.Sc. Physics-Astha Suryapani, Harini Meenakshi and Sadiya Sultana on the topic: Role of Higher Education in Research and innovation.
      *. Dr.Sangeetha Lakshmi & II M.Sc. Physics- Soumya, Malleshwari & Tejasree on the topic: Innovation in Agriculture Sector as a competitive Advantage
      * Mrs.Paleena & II M.Sc. Physics- Reeni Francina RC Chandrika and Tejaswini on the topic: Role of ICT tools in Research and Innovation.
      * Mrs.Paleena & II M.Sc Physics-Sai Bhavani, Maheshwari and Mamatha on the topic: Fundamental principle of Research Ethics.
      * Dr.Komala & II MSc Physics - B. Shalini and Manisha on the topic: Need of innovation in food storage.
      *Dr.M Sangeetha & III MPC- Lakshmi Raja on the topic: The Innovators' Ecosystem.
    • Dr.R Komala and Dr.P.Sangeetha Laxmi attended two day international conference seminar on ‘ QUALITY TEACHER EDUCATION VERSUS SCHOOL EDUCATION’ and presented a paper on ‘ THE NEED OF PROFESSIONALIZATION OF TEACHERS AS ACADEMIC LEADERS’ and published In conference proceedings with ISBN number ISBN:978-93-87896-07-09 , pg. no :162-164
    • Mrs. Paleena Presented a paper on Synthesis, Characterization and Photoluminescence studies of Sr2CeO4: Eu Nano Phosphors and Published with ISBN no.978-81-939248-3-9, page.No.189-195.
    • M.Sangeetha ‘Electrical and Magnetic Properties of La0.7B0.3MnO3’, International Journal of Magnetism and Magnetic Materials /2015/389/5-9.

Events

    MOU's:

  • The Department of Physics has signed an MOU with Pantech e learning Private Limited to train our students towards Job Ready Courses, offer them internships, for Resource Sharing and Consultancy work.

    • Events Organised:

    Special Day

  • On 29-08-2023, Department of Physics conducted few competitions for on account of Akshay Urja Diwas.BSC Physics students of first year, second year and third year students First year students (MPCS) slogan writing competition on Renewable Resources, Second year students (MPCs and MPC) “Find me” game on Renewable Resources, Third year students (MPC and MPCs) PowerPoint presentation on Renewable Resources was conducted.

  • Conducted online quiz for students to educate and create awareness on Renewable Sources of Energy on account of Akshay Urja Diwas 2024 Celebrations and also in commemoration of Birth Anniversary of Shree Rajive Gandhi former Prime Minister of India on 22/08/24

  • Physics department hosted a Month Long awareness campaign on e-wate management and collected and disposed in a echo friendly way on 10/01/2025 in collaboration with Earthsense Recycle Pvt Ltd.

  • On 14/12/2024 Dept. of Physics in Collaboration with St.Anns Degree college conducted e-poster competition on the occasion of National Energy Conservation Day.

  • On 10/01/2025 Dept. conducted Month long awareness programme on e-waste Management and Students and faculty collected 380 Kg e-waste and disposed in a eco-friendly way.

  • On 10/01/2025 Dept. conducted Month long awareness programme on e- waste Management and Students and faculty collected 380 Kg e-waste and disposed in a eco-friendly way.

  • The Fourth State of Plasma Exhibition organized by Bhavan’s Vivekananda College, Hyderabad. From III B.Sc. MPCS & MPC , 20 students along with Dr.Sangeetha Lakshmi HOD, Department of Physics attended. 12/12/24 Dept. of Physics along with St.Anns’s degree college conducted e- poster competition

  • Conducted online quiz  for students to educate and create awareness on Renewable Sources of Energy on account of Akshay Urja Diwas 2024 Celebrations and also in commemoration of Birth Anniversary of Shree  Rajive Gandhi former Prime Minister of India on 22/08/24

  • Physics department hosted a Month Long awareness campaign on e-wate management and collected and disposed in a echo friendly way on 10/01/2025 in collaboration with Earthsense Recycle Pvt Ltd.

  • On 14/12/2024 Dept. of Physics in Collaboration with St.Anns Degree college conducted e-poster competition on the occasion of National Energy Conservation Day.

  • The Physics department organized an e-Poster Competition on December 14, 2024, to commemorate National Energy Conservation Day. On August 21, 2024, the Physics department observed Akshay Urja Diwas, a day dedicated to promoting awareness about the vital role of renewable energy sources in shaping a sustainable future and mitigating climate change.

  • On 29-08-2023, Department of Physics conducted few competitions for on account of Akshay Urja Diwas.BSC Physics students of first year, second year and third year students

  • First year students (MPCS) slogan writing competition on Renewable Resources,

  • Second year students (MPCs and MPC) “Find me” game on Renewable Resources,

  • Third year students (MPC and MPCs) PowerPoint presentation on Renewable Resources was conducted.

Celebrations:

  • On August 21, 2024, the Mathematics, Physics, and Statistics departments jointly organized Fresher's Day, a warm welcome ceremony designed to help new students transition smoothly into college life, fostering connections and a sense of belonging. The theme, "RRR- Rising, Radiant, Revelry," effectively captured the essence of the event, fostering a lively, joyful, and enthusiastic atmosphere. The program included: Entertainment, Ramp Walk and Miss Fresher

Field Trip:

  • Dr. P. Sangeetha Lakshmi from the Physics Department along with final B.Sc. Physics students attended a Plasma Exhibition on 14 August 2024 at Bhawan’s college Sainikpuri, Hyderabad. This event aimed to showcase the fascinating world of plasmas, highlighting their properties, applications, and importance in modern technology.

Guest Lecture:

  • Guest Lecture by Dr.K.Sriram, Assistant Professor, Department of AstroPhysics, Osmania University.Hyderabad on the topic: Enigmatic nature of Neutron stars and Black holeson 18/3/2025

    Guest Lecture by Dr.K.Sriram, Assistant Professor, Department of AstroPhysics, Osmania University.Hyderabad on the topic: Enigmatic nature of Neutron stars and Black holeson 18/3/2025

Work shops:

  • Dr. Sangeetha Lakshmi attended Online 5 Day workshop on ‘Universal Human Values” Conducted By AICET from 17th to21st July 2024

  • On July 16, 2025, the Department of Physics organized an online workshop on Virtual Labs in collaboration with Value Virtual Labs, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Coimbatore. Mr. Saneesh, Project Manager, and Mrs. Nijin, Research Associate, interacted with participants, showcasing exemplary applications of Virtual Labs. A total of 53 students from the MPCS group, spanning I, II, and III years, participated in this engaging hands-on training session. This workshop encouraged the students to think critically and visualize complex concepts.

Faculty Centric Activities:

    1. Dr.Komala, Dean, Academics and IQAC Coordinator, served as a resource person at St.Josephs Degree and PG College, Gun Foundary , deleivered a lecture to first year students of BBA Induction Programme.

Student Centric Activities:

    1. 14/08/2024 Extension Activity The Fourth State of Plasma Exhibition organized by Bhavan’s Vivekananda College, Hyderabad. From III B.Sc. MPCS & MPC , 20 students along with Dr.Sangeetha Lakshmi HOD, Department of Physics attended. 12/12/24 Dept. of Physics along with St.Anns’s degree college conducted e-poster competition
    2. PVRK Bharathi(1212509001) & Sumayya Samreen(1212509002) of 2021-2023 M.Sc.Physics Batch Awarded Osmania University 4th and 3rd Ranks
    3. Lakshmi Raja Of Bsc MPC (2019-2022)got admission in the MSc.BioPhysics IIT Hyderabad. Awarded 2024 Future Research Talent Award best student Researcher from Australian National University.
    4. M.Priyamvada IMPCS Presented a Paper on “Electronic Waste: A Rising Threat to Human Health and Management “ with ISBN:978-93-49022-39-3 ,page no.383 to 392.in Paramount Publishing House,Hyd. in a 2 Day International Conference on “Discovering New Horizons for Sustainable Development.
    5. R. Manaswini and R.Varshith of II MPCs.Presented a Paper on “Reinforcement Learning in AI- Driven Robotics: A Novel approach to autonomous decision making” with ISBN:978-93-49022-39-3 ,page no.193 to 201 in Paramount Publishing House,Hyd. in a 2 Day International Conference on “Discovering New Horizons for Sustainable Development.

FDP attended by Faculty:

    1. Dr.Sangeetha Lakshmi and Dr.Komala attended Online One Week online National Level FDP on “Recent advances in Functional Materals& Characterizations” organized by SRM Institute of Science & Technology,Chennai
    2. Dr.R.Komala, Dean Academics and IQAC Co-ordinator, attended a 3 day FDP on Apprentiiceship Embedded Degree Programmes (AEDP)in Telangana held from 5th to 7th August, 2025 at Government City College, Nayapul, Hyderabad in collaboration with Centre for Rsearchin Schemes and Policies (CRISP). The programmed aimed to enhance understanding of AEDP implementation, foster industry academia partnerships, and boost student employability.
    3. Dr.Sangeetha lakshmi, faculty, dept.of Physics attended a 6 Day short term course on Indian Knowledge System under Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Course ( MM-TTC) of University Grants Commission (UGC) organised by MM-TTC, Central University of Kerala , from 18 -24 June 2025
    4. Dr Komala attended a 12-day AICTE Training and Learning (ATAL) Academy Faculty Development Program on "Entrepreneurship and Start-up – Accelerating Indian Economy" at St. Pious X P.G. (MBA) College for Women from December 9, 2024, to December 21, 2024 which aimed to accelerate the Indian economy through entrepreneurship and start-ups. This program provided them with an opportunity to enhance their knowledge and skills in entrepreneurship and start-up management, which can be beneficial for their students and the institution as a whole.
    5. Dr. Komala & Dr. P. Sangeetha Lakshmi Attended one week online national FDP on “Recent advances in Functional Material and characterizations” from 25/11/24 to 30/11/24 organized by SRM institute of Science and Technology, Ramapuram, Chennai.
    6. Dr. P. Sangeetha Lakshmi from the Physics Department attended a 5-day online workshop on Incorporating Universal Human Values in Education, organized by AICTE, New Delhi from 17-21 June 2024.
    7. Dr. Sangeetha Lakshmi attended Online 5 Day workshop on ‘Universal Human Values” Conducted By AICET from 17 th to21st July 2024
    8. Dr.Sangeetha Lakshmi and Dr.Komala attended Online One Week online National Level FDP on “Recent advances in Functional Materals& Characterizations” organized by SRM Institute of Science & Technology,Chennai
    9. On 7 th February 2025, Dr.P.Sangeetha Lakshmi, Head Department of Physics Chaired a session of e-Waste Management in a 2 Day International Conference on “Discovering New Horizons for Sustainable Development

Clubs

  • Galaxy Club which is a Physics students Club for the year 2024-25. Total 61 students actively Participated and presented their skills in Physics related Competitions like Quiz, Snapshots and PowerPoint Presentations.

  • The Physics Department’s Galaxy Club celebrated International Yoga Day on June 21, 2024, with an online event, promoting yoga as a means to achieve physical, mental, and emotional well- being.

  • Galaxy Club which is a Physics students Club for the year 2024-25. Total 61 students actively Participated and presented their skills in Physics related Competitions like Quiz, Snapshots and PowerPoint Presentations.

Achievements

    Faculty Achievements

    1. On 10 September 2022, Dr. P. Sangeetha Lakshmi, Faculty, Department of Physics received Viswaguru International Award in recognition of service toHumanities&skill in the field of teaching by Viswaguru world records and Lion’s club of Hyderabad.
    2. On 26 March, 2022.Dr.P.Sangeetha Lakshmi, faculty, Dept. of Physics, was honored with “Distinguished Faculty Award” by Ambition Career Counsellors Academy Hyderabad

    Students Achievements


    1. M.Priyamvada IMPCS Presented a Paper on “Electronic Waste: A Rising Threat to Human Health and Management “ with ISBN:978-93-49022-39-3 ,page no.383 to 392.in Paramount Publishing House,Hyd. in a 2 Day International Conference on “Discovering New Horizons for Sustainable Development.
    2. R. Manaswini and R.Varshith of II MPCs.Presented a Paper on “Reinforcement Learning in AI- Driven Robotics: A Novel approach to autonomous decision making” with ISBN:978- 93-49022-39-3 ,page no.193 to 201 in Paramount Publishing House,Hyd. in a 2 Day International Conference on “Discovering New Horizons for Sustainable Development.
    3. PVRK Bharathi(1212509001) & Sumayya Samreen(1212509002) of 2021-2023 M.Sc.Physics Batch Awarded Osmania University 4th and 3 rd Ranks
    4. Miss Krishna Bharathi of I M.Sc ( Physics) under the mentorship of Dr.R.Komala, won first prize in business idea presentation in Fempreneur season 2 , on 11-03-2022 organised by Confideration of Women Entrepreneurs
    5. Ms.Lakshmi Raja ,III MPC was selected for Introductory Summer Schooling Astronomy &Astrophysics,2022 organized by Inter University Centre for Astronomy & Astro Physics (IUCAA), Pune from 15 May to June 17, 2022.
    6. Ms.Trisha,IIIMPC got II Prize in Quiz Competetion conducted by National Centre for Compositional Characterisation of Materials (NCCCM),Hyderabad
    7. M.Bindu (M.Sc physics 2015-17) has achieved 10th rank at university level (M.sc physics) Examination.
    8. B.Priyanka (M.Sc physics 2015-17) qualified CSIR (NET) on 17thjune 2018.
    9. Hafsahyder(M.Sc physics 2016-18)cleared GRE/TOFEL
    10. Neha (B.Sc physics) achieved university 3rdrank.
    11. K.Vani, has achieved 6th rank at university level M.Sc. (Physics) Examination.
    12. Pusphanjali has achieved 8th rank at university level M.Sc. (Physics) Examination.
    13. Lakshmi Raja Of Bsc MPC (2019-2022)got admission in the MSc.BioPhysics IIT Hyderabad. Awarded 2024 Future Research Talent Award best student Researcher from Australian National University.

Labs and other facilities:

    1. Trainer kits for verification of network theorems.
    2. Energy gap using four probe method
    3. Efficiency of Solar cell
    4. Mechanics lab
    5. Waves and Oscillations lab
    6. Thermodynamics Lab
    7. Optics Lab
    8. Electricity & Electronics Lab
    9. Modern Physics Lab
    10. Instrumentation Lab with internet facilities.
Faculty Members
HOD


M.Sc., Ph.D, KU
sangeethalakshmipallela[at]stpiouscollege.org
sangeethalakshmipallela[at]stpiouscollege.org



M.Sc., Ph.D, OU
komala.rajanala[at]stpiouscollege.org