G. V. Pavan Kumar

Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune

Papers

1

Total Citations

18

H-Index

1

About

G. V. Pavan Kumar is a leading experimental physicist whose research lies at the intersection of nanophotonics, plasmonics, and optical angular momentum. His work focuses on engineering light–matter interactions at the nanoscale, particularly through the use of self-assembled metallic nanostructures. In a highly cited 2018 study, Kumar demonstrated a novel method for optically reading out orbital angular momentum (OAM) using a self-assembled plasmonic nanowire—a breakthrough that enables the detection of twisted light at subwavelength scales. This contribution is critical for advancing nanoscale optical communication and quantum information processing, where OAM serves as a key information carrier. With over 18 citations on this work alone, his research has influenced the design of compact, chip-compatible devices for structured light manipulation. Kumar’s achievements highlight his ability to bridge fundamental optical physics with practical nanophotonic device engineering, making his work essential reading for students and researchers exploring the frontiers of plasmonics and topological photonics.

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H-Index
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Papers
18
Total Citations
18
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Optical Orbital Angular Momentum Read-Out Using a Self-Assembled Plasmonic Nanowire
18 citations · 2018
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2018 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 5
🏛 Institutions: Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune

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