Scientific Officer at Homi Bhabha National Institute (HBNI), Department of Atomic Energy (DAE), India.
Dr. Hemendra Kumar Pandey is a senior RF and accelerator systems expert serving as Scientific Officer-G at VECC, Department of Atomic Energy, and Associate Professor at HBNI. With over two decades of experience, he has played a pivotal role in the development of the Radioactive Ion Beam Facility in Kolkata. He holds a Ph.D. from IIT Kharagpur, and M.Tech and B.Tech degrees from the University of Allahabad. His research spans RF systems for particle accelerators, high-power amplifier design, beam diagnostics, and radiation-hardened circuits. Dr. Pandey has authored over 100 publications and is an active member of professional and ethical committees. His work significantly contributes to India’s advanced nuclear physics infrastructure and technology innovation in accelerator science.
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🏆 Suitability for the Best Researcher Award :
Dr. Hemendra Kumar Pandey is a highly suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to his impactful contributions in the field of particle accelerator technologies and RF system design. His long-standing commitment to national scientific development through his work on the Radioactive Ion Beam facility at VECC demonstrates leadership, innovation, and excellence. With over 113 publications and active involvement in research, peer review, and academic mentorship, Dr. Pandey has made significant strides in RF engineering and radiation-hardened electronics. His role in developing indigenous technology for societal and industrial applications showcases applied research at its finest. His multidisciplinary expertise and dedication to scientific advancement make him an exemplary researcher worthy of this honor.
🎓 Education :
Dr. Hemendra Kumar Pandey has a strong academic foundation in electronics and RF systems. He earned his Ph.D. from the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur, specializing in RF and microwave systems for particle accelerators. He completed his Master of Technology (M.Tech) in Electronics and his Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) in Electronics & Telecommunication from the University of Allahabad, Prayagraj. His academic trajectory reflects a consistent focus on high-frequency electronics, amplifier design, and system-level integration, equipping him with the advanced knowledge required to tackle the challenges in nuclear science and accelerator technology. Dr. Pandey’s educational background serves as the cornerstone of his innovations in high-power RF systems and radiation-hardened integrated circuit design.
🏢 Work Experience :
Dr. Pandey joined the Department of Atomic Energy through BARC Training School in 1999 and has since built a distinguished career at VECC, Kolkata. Starting as a Scientific Officer-C in 2000, he progressed through the ranks to his current role as Scientific Officer-G. His core responsibilities include RF system design, high-power amplifier development, ion source integration, and beam diagnostics for linear accelerators. He has over two decades of experience contributing to one of India’s major research infrastructures—the Radioactive Ion Beam Facility. Additionally, he holds an Associate Professorship at Homi Bhabha National Institute. His practical leadership spans R&D, education, and national-level research missions, with consistent involvement in technological innovation and scientific mentorship.
🏅 Awards and Honors :
Dr. Hemendra Kumar Pandey’s professional excellence has earned him widespread recognition. He is a Fellow of the Institution of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers (IETE) and an active member of key scientific bodies such as the Indian Society of Particle Accelerator (ISPA) and Hindi Vigyan Sahitya Parishad. He has been a member of the Institutional Ethical Committee of NIOH under the Ministry of AYUSH. He frequently serves as a Ph.D. and M.Tech thesis evaluator for reputed institutions and is a reviewer for high-impact journals like the Review of Scientific Instruments. His accolades underscore his commitment to scientific rigor, ethical research practices, and mentorship, further solidifying his leadership and influence in the field of nuclear instrumentation and accelerator research.
🔬 Research Focus :
Dr. Pandey’s research focuses on the design and development of RF systems for particle accelerators, high-power RF amplifiers, beam diagnostics, and radiation-hardened mixed-signal RF ICs. His pivotal role in the Radioactive Ion Beam Facility at VECC involves delivering high-precision RF engineering solutions for accelerating short-lived isotopes—crucial for nuclear physics and material science. He has also contributed to developing novel diagnostics tools, ion source control systems, and radiation-resilient electronics. His research bridges fundamental physics and practical technology applications, enabling advances in both science and society. By addressing the complexities of RF behavior under high-energy environments, his work fosters innovation in accelerator technology, supporting India’s leadership in nuclear science and allied interdisciplinary domains.
📘 The design of a four‑rod RFQ LINAC for VEC‑RIB facility
📅 2004 | 🔢 Cited by: 21 🧲🛠️ ispa.co.in+6researchgate.net+6scholar.google.co.in+6
📘 Design and development of a radio frequency quadrupole linac post‑accelerator for the Variable Energy Cyclotron Center rare ion beam project
📅 2010 | 🔢 Cited by: 19 ⚙️🔬 vecc.gov.in+3researchgate.net+3scholar.google.co.in+3
📘 Design of LINAC post‑accelerator for VECC RIB facility using realistic field
📅 2006 | 🔢 Cited by: 16 💡🔧 scholar.google.co.in
📘 33.7 MHz heavy‑ion radio frequency quadrupole linac at VECC Kolkata
📅 2007 | 🔢 Cited by: 15 📡🔭 researchgate.net+15researchgate.net+15scholar.google.co.in+15
📘 Improvement in phase‑sensitivity of a Mach–Zehnder interferometer with the superposition …
📅 2023 | 🔢 Cited by: 13 ⚛️🔍 arxiv.org+6scholar.google.co.in+6en.wikipedia.org+6
📘 Design of a “two‑ion source” Charge Breeder using ECR ion source in two frequency mode
📅 2005 | 🔢 Cited by: 13 🧩🚀 vecc.gov.in+2scholar.google.co.in+2colab.ws+2
📘 Design of a gas‑jet coupled ECR ion‑source for ISOL type RIB facility
📅 2020 | 🔢 Cited by: 1 🌬️⚗️ ui.adsabs.harvard.edu+15colab.ws+15vecc.gov.in+15