Lodha Theoretical Physics Institute

The Lodha Theoretical Physics Institute (LTPI) is a physics research[1][2] centre located in Mumbai,[3] India. It is India's only private physics[4] research[5] institute, inaugurated on May 27, 2026, in Mumbai.

Lodha Theoretical Physics Institute
FormationMay 2026; 2 months ago (May 2026)
TypeNon-profit
Location
Key people
Jainendra K. Jain
Websiteltpi.org Edit this at Wikidata

Leadership The institute is led by Jainendra K. Jain,[6] a well-known theoretical physicist known for his contributions to Fractional quantum Hall effect and Composite fermions. Jain holds a PhD from Stony Brook University.

References

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  1. "Lodha Foundation unveils theoretical physics institute to promote fundamental research". The Hindu. Chennai, India. 27 May 2026. Retrieved 2 June 2026.
  2. "Lodhas to launch theoretical physics institute in Mumbai". Hindustan Times. 27 March 2026. Retrieved 2 June 2026.
  3. "Lodha Foundation launches India's first privately funded theoretical physics institute; aims to attract global scientists". Careers360 News. 27 May 2026. Retrieved 2 June 2026.
  4. Sharma, Surabhi (27 May 2026). "Lodha Foundation sets up theoretical physics institute". ThePrint. Retrieved 2 June 2026.
  5. Cartwright, Jon (2 June 2026). "Lodha Foundation unveils plans for India's first privately funded physics institute". Physics World. Retrieved 10 June 2026.
  6. McCormick, Gail (17 March 2026). "Penn State physicist Jainendra Jain to lead new institute in India". Penn State Eberly College of Science. Retrieved 2 June 2026.