Dr. Anoop Srivastava began his academic journey at the University of Allahabad, India, where he developed a solid foundation in physics. He earned his B.Sc. (Physics, Electronics, and Mathematics) with First Division in 1997, followed by an M.Sc. in Physics with a Specialization in Electronics in 1999, securing First Division with 67.44% marks. Demonstrating strong research potential early on, he qualified GATE-2001 in Physics with an 82.19 percentile. He culminated his early academic career with a Ph.D. in Physics in 2005, where he authored a thesis titled "Impedance Spectroscopy of Liquid Crystals", marking the beginning of his lifelong engagement with liquid crystal research and its applications in Liquid Crystal Display technologies.

💼 Professional Endeavors

Dr. Srivastava's professional path reflects a rich blend of academic leadership and international research exposure. Currently serving as an Associate Professor at the Institute of Engineering and Technology, Dr. Rammanohar Lohia Avadh University, Ayodhya, since August 2019, he has previously held academic positions at Nehru Gram Bharti Deemed University and SRM University. Notably, he completed two Postdoctoral Research Fellowships at Chonbuk National University, South Korea, contributing significantly to nanotechnology and polymer-nano science. In his administrative roles, he has served as Head of Department, Coordinator for national outreach programs (IIRS-ISRO, Virtual Labs), and played key roles in curriculum development and academic governance.

🔬 Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Srivastava has made pioneering contributions in the area of Liquid Crystal Display research, particularly focusing on carbon nanotube and nanomaterial-doped liquid crystals. His research investigates the dielectric, optical, electrical, and thermodynamical properties of these materials to enhance their performance in energy-saving display devices. He has led several research projects funded by the Department of Science & Technology (DST), Government of India, and Directorate of Higher Education, Uttar Pradesh, focusing on advanced nanocomposite liquid crystals for Liquid Crystal Display applications. His work merges physics with real-world innovations in display technologies.

🌍 Impact and Influence

Dr. Anoop Srivastava’s work has had a considerable impact both nationally and internationally. He has been recognized with a Young Scientist Fellowship from DST, New Delhi, and received a Certificate of Appreciation from Chonbuk National University for his research contributions. His efforts in Liquid Crystal Display innovation earned him the Bronze Medal in 2022 from the Indian Liquid Crystal Society. His memberships in renowned bodies like Vigyan Bharti, International Liquid Crystal Society, and Indian Liquid Crystal Society highlight his stature in the scientific community.

🏆Academic Cites

Dr. Srivastava’s research contributions are well-regarded in the academic community, with numerous citations of his work related to nanomaterials and liquid crystals. His findings are frequently referenced in studies focusing on next-generation Liquid Crystal Display systems and energy-efficient devices. His publication portfolio, built over two decades of active research, serves as a foundational resource in the evolving landscape of display physics.

🌟 Legacy and Future Contributions

Dr. Anoop Srivastava’s legacy lies in bridging fundamental physics with applied technology, particularly in the Liquid Crystal Display domain. He continues to mentor Ph.D. scholars, including one recently awarded in 2024 and another currently under supervision. His future contributions are aimed at exploring nano-enhanced liquid crystal systems, optimizing them for sustainable and high-performance display devices. As a scholar, administrator, and mentor, his influence will continue to resonate through the advancements in both academia and industry.

📝Liquid Crystal Display

Through decades of dedicated research, Dr. Anoop Srivastava has significantly advanced the science behind Liquid Crystal Display technology. His innovative use of nanomaterials and focus on electrical, optical, and morphological properties of liquid crystals have transformed this field. Dr. Srivastava’s work in Liquid Crystal Display systems continues to shape modern energy-saving technologies and inspire future research directions.

Notable Publication


📝Effect of silver nanoparticles dispersed in nematic liquid crystal for display applications

Authors: A.K. Srivastava, Anoop Kumar; A. Kumar, Anil

Journal: Journal of Molecular Liquids

Year: 2025

Citations: 0


📝Analysis of dielectric parameters in paraelectric-ferroelectric biphasic region of antiferroelectric liquid crystal mixture

Authors: A.K. Srivastava, Anoop Kumar; A. Kumar, Anil; P.K. Tripathi, Pankaj Kumar; R. Gautam, Ratindra; V. Singh, Vijay

Journal: Indian Journal of Physics

Year: 2024

Citations: 0


📝Hydrogen energy: Addressing challenges and exploring future prospects

Authors: A.K. Shukla, Ajay Kumar; R. Gautam, Ratindra; S. Chaudhary, Shivani; S. Singh, Sindhu; P.K. Maurya, Pramod Kumar

Type: Book Chapter

Citations: 0


📝Enhancement of birefringence for liquid crystal with the doping of ferric oxide nanoparticles

Authors: P.K. Tripathi, Pankaj Kumar; P.D. Singh, Pratap Dharmendra; T.K. Yadav, Tarun Kumar; A.K. Srivastava, Anoop Kumar; Y.S. Negi, Yuvraj Singh

Journal: Optical Materials

Year: 2023

Citations: 18


📝Dielectric and electrooptical properties of hockey-stick-shaped liquid crystal with a negative dielectric anisotropy

Authors: P.T. Dang, Phuc Toan; A.K. Srivastava, Anoop Kumar; E.J. Choi, E. Joon; J. Lee, Jihoon

Journal: Current Applied Physics

Year: 2021

Citations: 4


📝CaLa₂ZnO₅:Gd³⁺ phosphor prepared by sol-gel method: Photoluminescence and electron spin resonance properties

Authors: V. Singh, Vijay; V. Natarajan, Venkataraman; N.S. Singh, N. Shanta; Y. Kwon, Young-whan; G. Lakshminarayana, Gandham

Journal: Optik

Year: 2020

Citations: 8

Anoop Srivastava – Liquid Crystal Display – Best Researcher Award 

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