Balmiki Sah Gupta
San Marcos,TX
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Undergraduate Research Assistant (NSF-Funded)
Texas State University Ultra Wide Band Gap Semiconductor Lab
San Marcos, TX
12.2025 - Current
- Studying laboratory growth techniques for synthetic diamond, analyzing growth mechanisms, in-growth defect formation, and depth characteristics of lab-grown diamond films
- Investigating surface engineering strategies to achieve target roughness levels, with emphasis on Chemical Mechanical Polishing (CMP)
- Performing diamond polishing using CMP to obtain semiconductor-grade ultra-smooth surfaces
- Utilizing Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) for nanoscale surface characterization and quantitative roughness analysis
- Lab Website: ahaque.wp.txstate.edu/members/
Community Volunteer
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Participated in community initiatives promoting sanitation awareness and youth engagement
- Conducted clean drinking water and hygiene awareness programs in community schools
- Assisted in fundraising efforts and distribution of educational materials to underserved communities
- Attended NGO and policymaker discussions addressing food crisis solutions in Nepal
Timeline
Undergraduate Research Assistant (NSF-Funded)
Texas State University Ultra Wide Band Gap Semiconductor Lab
12.2025 - Current
Community Volunteer
10.2023 - 12.2023