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Exploring the effect of pressure on the structural electronic and thermodynamic properties of CoHfGe half Heusler alloy using first principles calculation Bharti Gurunani, Dinesh C. Gupta Scientific Reports, 2026 This study utilizes density functional theory (DFT) and Boltzmann transport theory to comprehensively explore the pressure-dependent structural, magnetic, elastic, electrical, thermodynamic, and thermoelectric properties of the half Heusler compound CoHfGe within the pressure range of 0 to 25 GPa. With increasing pressure, both the unit cell volume and normalized lattice parameters decrease. The elastic constants calculated at zero pressure, along with their positive pressure dependence up to 25 GPa, confirm the stability of CoHfGe as per the Born criteria. Electronic band structure calculations indicate the half-metallic nature of CoHfGe, with a band gap of 0.87 eV at zero pressure. Using the Voigt-Reuss-Hill (VRH) averaging scheme, we evaluate the bulk modulus (B), shear modulus (G), Young's modulus (E), Pugh ratio (B/G), Poisson's ratio (σ), and anisotropy factor (A) under pressure. The linear increase in the bulk modulus with pressure suggests a corresponding enhancement in material hardness. Thermal properties, such as the thermal expansion coefficient, Debye temperature, Grüneisen parameter, heat capacity, and lattice thermal conductivity are determined using the Debye model. Additionally, the study investigates the pressure dependence of thermoelectric properties, revealing potential for pressure-induced optimization. This comprehensive analysis underscores the tunability of CoHfGe's spintronic and transport properties via external pressure, highlighting its promise for a range of applications in both industrial and academic research. These findings pave the way for future studies aimed at exploring the material's potential across various scientific and technological fields.
Study of half-metallic ferromagnet RhHfVGa for spintronic and thermoelectric applications Hamadi Zineb, Bendahma Fatima, Bessaha Fatiha, Mana Mohamed, Mika Sillanpää, Saleh Al-Farraj, Dinesh C. Gupta Scientific Reports, 2026 This study presents a comprehensive first-principles investigation of the newly proposed quaternary Heusler compound RhHfVGa, focusing on its structural, electronic, magnetic, thermodynamic, and thermoelectric properties. Density functional theory (DFT) with GGA-PBE96, supplemented by GGA + U and the modified Becke-Johnson potential (mBJ), was employed to ensure accurate band gap characterization. This compound crystallizes in the Type 1 structure, with the optimized lattice constant of 6.354 Å. RhHfVGa exhibits half-metallic ferromagnet (HMF) behavior, with a 100% spin-polarization and a total magnetic moment of 3.00 µB , consistent with the Slater-Pauling rule ( M tot = Z tot − 18 ). The results suggest that RhHfVGa is well-suited for spintronic applications. Thermodynamic parameters were successfully calculated, which enhances the credibility of the findings. The heat capacity ( Cv = 99.68 Jmol − 1 K − 1 ) approaches the Dulong-Petit limit, a phenomenon common to all solids. The narrow band gaps (approximately 0.98 to 1.26 eV), high n-type electrical conductivities (3.35 × 10 19 (Ω.m.s) −1 in GGA + U and 8.43 × 10 19 (Ω m s) −1 in mBJ), and a dimensionless figure of merit (ZT) ranging from 0.82 to 1.65 across various temperatures indicate strong potential for thermoelectric applications.
Tailoring MgO nanoparticles through precursor ratio and calcination: Structural and functional insights Shubhanjali Raikwar, Y.C. Goswami, Dinesh C. Gupta Next Materials, 2026 Magnesium oxide (MgO) nanoparticles were synthesized by a chemical precipitation method using different precursor ratios (NaOH:Mg²⁺ = 1:1, 1:2, 1:3), followed by controlled calcination at 400 °C. The effect of precursor concentration and thermal treatment on phase formation, crystallinity, morphology, and optical behaviour was systematically investigated. XRD confirmed that the as-precipitated powders crystallised as brucite-type Mg(OH)₂, while calcination produced single-phase cubic MgO with increased crystallite size (from ∼8–11 nm to ∼12–16 nm). FTIR analysis revealed the disappearance of hydroxyl and nitrate bands after heating, validating dihydroxylation and oxide formation. SEM images showed a clear transformation from loosely stacked lamellar hydroxide platelets in unheated samples to compact granular MgO grains after calcination, with the 1:2 ratio showing relatively more uniform and well-defined morphology under the present conditions. UV–Vis spectroscopy demonstrated band gap narrowing upon heating, attributed to particle growth and defect reorganisation. This work highlights the combined influence of precursor ratio and calcination as key factors in tailoring MgO nanostructures. The findings contribute to a clearer understanding of how precursor ratio and calcination conditions influence crystallinity, optical band gap, and functional properties of MgO nanoparticles. This work provides a systematic evaluation within a conventional precipitation–calcination framework. The results demonstrate the practical relevance of controlled parameter optimization for improving material performance and highlight the potential of MgO nanoparticles as cost-effective and eco-friendly materials for environmental remediation, particularly in the photocatalytic degradation of toxic dyes. • Precipitation synthesis enabled controlled fabrication of MgO nanoparticles by tuning precursor ratios. • Calcination transformed platelet precursors into compact, crystalline cubic MgO nanoparticles. • Optimal 1:2 precursor ratio yielded highly uniform, well-defined MgO nanostructures. • Tailored MgO nanoparticles showed efficient visible-light photocatalytic degradation of Rose Bengal dye.
Chemical Bonding, Thermodynamic Stability and Thermoelectric Transport in Rare-Earth Layered Trilayer Nickelate Pm4Ni3O8: A First-Principles Study Surendra Singh Sengar, Dinesh C. Gupta Chemistryselect, 2026 We present a first principles investigation of the structural stability, correlated electronic structure, magnetism, thermodynamic behavior and thermoelectric transport of the layered trilayer nickelate Pm 4 Ni 3 O 8 . Calculations performed within GGA‐PBE, mBJ, DFT+U and DFT+SOC frameworks show that strong on‐site Coulomb interactions in Ni‐3d and Pm‐4f states are essential for describing the correlated metallic ground state. Total energy analysis confirms a ferromagnetic configuration energetically favored over antiferromagnetic ordering, indicating itinerant exchange mediated by Ni‐3d and O‐2p hybridization. Electronic states near the Fermi level are dominated by dispersive and O‐2p bands, while Pm‐4f states remain localized and are mainly influenced by spin orbit coupling. Thermodynamic properties obtained from the quasi‐harmonic Debye model demonstrate lattice stability through normal heat capacity and entropy evolution. Thermoelectric transport coefficients were evaluated using semiclassical Boltzmann theory as a function of chemical potential, enabling analysis of carrier type transitions, multiband compensation, and metallic transport behavior. The small Seebeck coefficient at μ = 0 confirms intrinsic metallic character, while chemical potential shifts enhance thermopower and power factor. These results clarify how 3d–4f correlations, itinerant magnetism and lattice stability govern charge and heat transport in Pm 4 Ni 3 O 8 .
DFT simulations reveal the structural, mechanical, electronic, magnetic, and transport attributes of the novel CeMO3 (M = Ag, W) Danish Abdullah, Sakshi Gautam, Dinesh C. Gupta Journal of the Chinese Chemical Society, 2026 This work explores the fundamental physical properties of CeAgO 3 and CeWO 3 perovskite materials using advanced computational methods. To investigate structural aspects, the Generalized Gradient Approximation (GGA) with the Perdew–Burke–Ernzerhof (PBE) formulation was used, while electronic and transport behaviors were examined using the modified Becke–Johnson potential (TB‐mBJ). Mechanical stability was assessed by evaluating the elastic constants, confirming the robustness of both compounds. The analysis of electronic band structures and density of states revealed a metallic nature for these oxides. Furthermore, magnetic studies indicated appreciable magnetic moments in both CeAgO 3 and CeWO 3 . Importantly, thermoelectric performance analysis highlighted a high‐power factor, underscoring the strong potential of these compounds in energy conversion technologies.
Scrutinizing the inherent half-metallicity, electronic structure, mechanical stability, optical and thermoelectric response of d-electron based Sc2VX (X = Si, Ge) Heusler alloys Shruti Sharma, Dinesh C. Gupta Scientific Reports, 2025 VX (X = Si, Ge). The cohesive energies and structural optimizations validate the stability of these alloys in the F-43 m phase and yield the equilibrium lattice parameters. The ground state characteristics and electronic structure were predicted more efficiently by the modified Beckhe-Johnson scheme than by the extended gradient approximation. Based on the band structure analysis, density of state calculations, and spin magnetic moments, a half-metallic character with an indirect spin-up is predicted. The elastic parameters were also depicted to determine the mechanical strength, which conveys the ductile nature of these alloys. Additionally, we used the Debye model to compute the heat capacities, thermal expansion coefficients, and Grüneisen parameters. Furthermore, the materials exhibit impressive absorption coefficients α(ω) in the visible and ultraviolet portions of the spectrum, indicating their suitability for optical and photovoltaic technology applications. Using the Boltzmann transport equations within the DFT framework, thermoelectric parameters like the Seebeck coefficient (S), electrical conductivity (σ), thermal conductivity (κ), and figure of merit (ZT) have been studied. Considerable values for the Seebeck coefficient and figure of merit suggest that Scandium-based alloy is a promising candidate for practical thermoelectric applications.
Solar wind plasma flows; Cosmic rays and space weather aspects during solar, cycle 23 Proceedings of the 33rd International Cosmic Rays Conference Icrc 2013, 2013
Dielectric and micromechanical studies of barium titanate substituted (1-y)Pb (Zn1/3Nb2/3)O3-yPT ferroelectric ceramics Indian Journal of Pure and Applied Physics, 2010
Structural and dielectric behaviour of barium substituted lead zinc niobate ceramics at low temperature Indian Journal of Pure and Applied Physics, 2009
Significance of borehole geophysics and measurement of physical properties of core samples in Sawar Belt, Rajasthan Indian Minerals, 2008
Structural phase transition of AgI under high pressure Indian Journal of Pure and Applied Physics, 2008
Structural properties of CsI Deoshree Baghmar, Varsha. R. Mehto, N. K. Gaur, D. C. Gupta, P. Predeep, S. Prasanth, A. S. Prasad Aip Conference Proceedings, 2008
Tailoring MgO nanoparticles through precursor ratio and calcination: Structural and functional insights S Raikwar, YC Goswami, DC Gupta Next Materials 12, 102048 , 2026 2026
Chemical bonding, thermodynamic stability and thermoelectric transport in rare-earth layered trilayer nickelate Pm4Ni3O8: A first-principles study SS Sengar, DC Gupta Chemistry Select , 2026 2026
Structural, electronic, transport and thermodynamic properties of layered rare-earth nickelates: a first-principles study relevant to nuclear materials SS Sengar, DC Gupta Journal of Nuclear Materials, 156667 , 2026 2026
Electronic Correlations, Magnetic Ordering and Thermoelectric Properties of Rare-Earth Nickelates Ce4Ni3O8 and Pr4Ni3O8: A Theoretical Study SS Sengar, DC Gupta Journal of Electronic Materials 55, 3665–3689 , 2026 2026 Citations: 1
Study of half-metallic ferromagnet RhHfVGa for spintronic and thermoelectric applications H Zineb, B Fatima, B Fatiha, M Mohamed, M Sillanpää, S Al-Farraj, ... Scientific Reports 16, 9567 , 2026 2026
DFT and Quasi-Harmonic Debye Study of Rare-Earth Nickelates Sm4Ni3O8 and Eu4Ni3O8 SS Sengar, DC Gupta Computational Condensed Matter 46, e01252 , 2026 2026 Citations: 1
Exploring the effect of pressure on the structural electronic and thermodynamic properties of CoHfGe half Heusler alloy using first principles calculation B Gurunani, DC Gupta Scientific Reports (Nature) 16, 1977 , 2026 2026 Citations: 1
DFT simulations reveal the structural, mechanical, electronic, magnetic, and transport attributes of the novel CeMO 3 (M = Ag, W) D Abdullah, S Gautam, DC Gupta Journal of the Chinese Chemical Society 73 (1), 81-91 , 2026 2026 Citations: 1
Assessing half-Heusler alloys PtNbZ (Z=Al, Ga, In) via DFT: Acceptability for thermoelectric applications D Abdullah, S Gautam, AQ Seh, SA Mir, DC Gupta RSC Adv. 15, 47036-47050 , 2025 2025 Citations: 3
First principles insights into the structural, thermoelectric and optical behaviour of Bi-based half Heusler alloys RhNbBi and IrNbBi SS Sengar, DC Gupta Research Square , 2025 2025
Scrutinizing the inherent half-metallicity, electronic structure, mechanical stability, optical and thermoelectric response of d-electron based Sc2VX (X = Si, Ge) Heusler alloys S Sharma, DC Gupta Scientific Reports (Nature) 15, 33750 , 2025 2025 Citations: 1
Unveiling the magneto-electronic, mechanical, thermodynamical, and optical behavior of Sc2FeZ (Z = Ga, In, Tl) Heusler alloy: A DFT-based computer simulation S Sharma, DC Gupta Journal of Superconductivity and Novel Magnetism 38 (3), 1-19 , 2025 2025 Citations: 2
Theoretical Investigation of Novel RaMO3 (M= Am, Cf) Compounds: Structural, Mechanical, Electronic, Magnetic, and Transport Properties via DFT S Gautam, DC Gupta JOM by The Journal of The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society 77, 6818–6827 , 2025 2025
Strain engineering on the electronic bands, mechanical stability, thermal, vibrational and thermoelectric response of PtScSb half-Heusler semiconductor SA Sofi, MAS Tabook, AA Bhat, AA Bhat, I Boukhris, Y Gul, TH Shah, ... Materials Science in Semiconductor Processing 190, 109368 , 2025 2025 Citations: 1
Investigation of Structural, Electronic, Optical, and Elastic Properties of Ru-Based Inorganic Halide Perovskites ARuBr 3 (A = K, Rb, Cs) via DFT Computations D Abdullah, DC Gupta Arabian Journal for Science and Engineering 50 (9), 6823-6833 , 2025 2025 Citations: 17
A comprehensive analysis of cohfx (x= as, bi) half heusler alloys: implications for high-performance thermoelectric and photovoltaic devices B Gurunani, DC Gupta Journal of Inorganic and Organometallic Polymers and Materials 35 (4), 2327-2343 , 2025 2025 Citations: 8
Investigating the multifaceted properties: Magneto-electronic, mechanical, thermophysical, optical and thermoelectric properties of Scandium based full Heusler alloys for … S Sharma, DC Gupta Materials Science and Engineering: B 314, 118070 , 2025 2025 Citations: 9
Evaluating hydrogen storage potential of B12H20N2: A first-principles study S Berri, N Megag, N Bouarissa, DC Gupta Energy Storage 7 (2), e70140 , 2025 2025 Citations: 9
Investigation of the structural, electronic, magnetic, mechanical, and thermoelectric properties of rare-earth-based compounds DyCo4P12 (X = P, As) through advanced … P Nayak, DC Gupta JOM by The Journal of The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society 77 (5), 3624-3634 , 2025 2025
First-principles investigation of thermoelectric performance in KMnZ (Z = Sn, Pb) half-Heusler alloys B Bharti, DC Gupta RSC Adv. 15, 4874-4891 , 2025 2025 Citations: 20
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Structural, elastic and thermo-electronic properties of paramagnetic perovskite PbTaO3 SA Khandy, DC Gupta RSC advances 6 (53), 48009-48015 , 2016 2016 Citations: 223
Investigation of electronic, magnetic and thermoelectric properties of Zr2NiZ (Z= Al, Ga) ferromagnets S Yousuf, DC Gupta Materials Chemistry and Physics 192, 33-40 , 2017 2017 Citations: 146
Robust thermoelectric performance and high spin polarisation in CoMnTiAl and FeMnTiAl compounds TM Bhat, DC Gupta RSC Advances 6 (83), 80302-80309 , 2016 2016 Citations: 142
Potential lead-free small band gap halide double perovskites Cs 2 CuMCl 6 (M = Sb, Bi) for green technology M Nabi, DC Gupta Scientific reports 11 (1), 12945 , 2021 2021 Citations: 126
Exploration of highly correlated Co‐based quaternary Heusler alloys for spintronics and thermoelectric applications AQ Seh, DC Gupta International Journal of Energy Research 43 (14), 8864-8877 , 2019 2019 Citations: 120
Electronic structure, magnetism and thermoelectric properties of double perovskite Sr2HoNbO6 SA Khandy, DC Gupta Journal of Magnetism and Magnetic Materials 458, 176-182 , 2018 2018 Citations: 119
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New ferromagnetic half-metallic perovskites for spintronic applications: BaMO 3 (M= Mg and Ca) SA Mir, DC Gupta RSC advances 10 (60), 36241-36252 , 2020 2020 Citations: 107
Structural, elastic and magneto-electronic properties of half-metallic BaNpO3 perovskite SA Khandy, DC Gupta Materials Chemistry and Physics 198, 380-385 , 2017 2017 Citations: 105
Electronic structure, magnetism and thermoelectricity in layered perovskites: Sr2SnMnO6 and Sr2SnFeO6 SA Khandy, DC Gupta Journal of Magnetism and Magnetic Materials 441, 166-173 , 2017 2017 Citations: 100
Electronic Structure, Optical and Transport Properties of Double Perovskite La 2 NbMnO 6 : A Theoretical Understanding from DFT Calculations KA Parrey, SA Khandy, I Islam, A Laref, DC Gupta, A Niazi, A Aziz, ... Journal of Electronic Materials 47 (7), 3615-3621 , 2018 2018 Citations: 97
Understanding the origin of half‐metallicity and thermophysical properties of ductile La 2 CuMnO 6 double perovskite SA Mir, DC Gupta International Journal of Energy Research 43 (9), 4783-4796 , 2019 2019 Citations: 86
Investigation of electronic structure, magnetic and transport properties of half-metallic Mn2CuSi and Mn2ZnSi Heusler alloys IH Bhat, S Yousuf, TM Bhat, DC Gupta Journal of Magnetism and Magnetic Materials 395, 81-88 , 2015 2015 Citations: 86
High Pressure-Temperature study on thermodynamics, half-metallicity, transport, elastic and structural properties of Co-based Heusler alloys: A first-principles study SA Sofi, DC Gupta Journal of Solid State Chemistry 284, 121178 , 2020 2020 Citations: 84
Systematic investigation of the magneto-electronic structure and optical properties of new halide double perovskites Cs 2 NaMCl 6 (M= Mn, Co and Ni) by spin polarized calculations SA Mir, DC Gupta RSC advances 10 (44), 26277-26287 , 2020 2020 Citations: 83
Analysis of cage structured halide double perovskites Cs2NaMCl6 (M= Ti, V) by spin polarized calculations SA Mir, DC Gupta Journal of Alloys and Compounds 854, 156000 , 2021 2021 Citations: 82
Exploring the structural, Mechanical, electronic, optical, and thermoelectric properties of Cesium-based double perovskite Cs2GeSnX6 (X= Cl, Br, I) compounds: A DFT study D Abdullah, DC Gupta Materials Science in Semiconductor Processing 167, 107813 , 2023 2023 Citations: 79
Prediction of robustness of electronic, magnetic and thermoelectric properties under pressure and temperature variation in Co2MnAs alloy SA Sofi, S Yousuf, DC Gupta Computational Condensed Matter 19, e00375 , 2019 2019 Citations: 78
Insight into half-metallicity, spin-polarization and mechanical properties of L21 structured MnY2Z (Z= Al, Si, Ga, Ge, Sn, Sb) Heusler alloys S Yousuf, DC Gupta Journal of Alloys and Compounds 735, 1245-1252 , 2018 2018 Citations: 78