Mukund R. Bharadwaj
Ph.D. in Astro-Particle Physics
Navigating the cosmos from the quantum to the cosmic scale. I build cutting-edge detectors to hunt for the universe's most elusive particles and unravel its deepest mysteries.

Hi, I'm Mukund.
I'm a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Max Planck Institute for Physics, where my work is at the intersection of low-temperature physics, quantum sensors, and detector development. My passion lies in creating novel tools to ask fundamental questions about our universe.
After completing my Ph.D. in Munich, I've continued my journey into the world of astro-particle physics. I lead the deployment of advanced cryogenic detector modules, coordinating with brilliant minds across the globe. When I'm not in an underground lab, you might find me speedcubing, or curating my stamp and Hot Wheels collections.
My Journey
July 2025 - Present
Postdoctoral Researcher
Max Planck Institute for Physics, Munich
Leading deployment of cryogenic detector modules for a low-background underground laboratory.
April 2021 - July 2025
PhD Research Scholar
Max Planck Institute for Physics, Munich
Developed a novel detector readout technique using superconducting quantum sensors.
Jan 2020 - June 2020
Graduate Researcher
Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO)
Enhanced 4H-SiC detector performance and developed front-end electronics.
Toolkit & Expertise
Scientific Expertise
- Low-Temperature Physics
- Detector Development
- UHV Cryogenics
- Dilution Refrigerators
Software & Languages
Project Coordination
- R&D Management
- International Team Coordination
- Event Organization
- Scientific Outreach
Selected Publications
G. Angloher et al. (COSINUS Collaboration) arXiv:2504.18263 (2025)
V. Zema et al. (COSINUS Collaboration) Phys. Rev. D, 110, 123012, (2024)
M.R. Bharadwaj et al. (COSINUS Collaboration) Proc. Sci., 441, 060, (2024)
G. Angloher et al. (COSINUS Collaboration) Nucl. Instrum. Methods Phys. Res. A, 1045, 167532, (2023)
D.M. Mei et al., J. Phys. G: Nucl. Part. Phys. 47, 105106 (2020)
Let's Connect
I'm always open to discussing new projects, research collaborations, or just chatting about the universe. Feel free to reach out.