Smitakshi Goswami

I am a Ph.D. candidate in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Dartmouth College, where I work with Professor Jifeng Liu from the Thayer School of Engineering. I develop and characterize novel photovoltaic and infrared semiconducting materials for next-generation energy applications. Through my work, I investigate how optical processes reveal the underlying physics of defects, carrier dynamics, and recombination pathways.

Outside the lab, I enjoy spending time outdoors: running, biking, hiking, and exploring new trails, often accompanied by my dog Boba.