Highly motivated Integrated M.Sc. Physics student with a strong foundation in computational astrophysics, data analysis, and scientific visualization. Proven ability to conduct advanced research, publish findings in peer-reviewed journals, and develop high-performance scientific software. Seeking opportunities in research, computational science, or data analysis roles where advanced analytical skills and expertise in large-scale simulations can drive impactful discoveries.
Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
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Developed a flexible, high-performance Python module for SPH-smoothed visualizations from large-scale particle datasets, enhancing capabilities for 2D projections and 3D rotation animations in cosmological simulations.
Highlights
Engineered a robust Python module, SPHERE, for visualizing Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics (SPH) data, significantly improving the analysis of large-scale cosmological simulations.
Implemented high-performance CPU rendering utilizing Numba parallelization, achieving efficient processing for complex datasets.
Integrated multiple SPH kernels (cubic spline, quintic, Wendland C4) and memory-efficient chunked processing to optimize performance and handle massive datasets effectively.
Automated movie generation capabilities, providing dynamic and insightful visualizations that contributed to clearer understanding of simulation outcomes.
Computational Project: Forecasting BBH Mergers with Cosmological Simulations
Pune, Maharashtra, India
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Conducted advanced computational research to forecast binary black hole (BBH) merger statistics for future gravitational wave detectors using MP-GADGET cosmological simulations.
Highlights
Developed and executed simulations using MP-GADGET to predict the statistics of BBH mergers, providing critical data for the design and interpretation of next-generation gravitational wave detectors.
Analyzed the mass distribution, redshift evolution, and detectability of BBH mergers, distinguishing between different galaxy properties over time.
Tracked the evolution of host region properties both before and after BBH mergers, establishing precursors for these cosmic events.
Contributed to a publication submitted to The Astrophysical Journal, enhancing the scientific understanding of gravitational-wave astronomy.
M.Sc. Thesis Project: Evolution of Gas & DM Profiles of Galactic Halos Using Cosmological Simulations
Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
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Led a comprehensive M.Sc. thesis project to investigate the influence of AGN feedback on galactic halo structure using cosmological simulations, contributing to a deeper understanding of galaxy evolution.
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Utilized the NINJA cosmological simulation suite to analyze the spatial distribution of gas and dark matter in galactic halos, revealing key insights into AGN feedback mechanisms.
Developed and applied a classification framework to categorize halos into Main Sequence and Feedback Dominated types based on black hole activity and their impact on star formation quenching.
Analyzed the dissociation of gas and dark matter, as described in McDonald et al. (2022), to understand its correlation with star formation rates and structural transformations of halos across cosmic time.
Documented and made research findings available on IDL@NISER and Google Drive, ensuring accessibility and reproducibility for the scientific community.
President
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Led the NISER Astronomy Club, fostering a vibrant community for astronomy enthusiasts and coordinating key events and initiatives.
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Served as President, overseeing club operations and strategic planning for astronomy-related activities and outreach.
Headed the NAC Events Committee, successfully organizing numerous club events and fostering engagement among members.
Mentored new members through the NAC Training Committee, facilitating skill development in astrophotography and telescope handling.
Event Coordinator
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Organized and managed multiple inter-college and intra-college events, enhancing student engagement and institutional outreach.
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Coordinated and managed inter-college fest Tvisha 2023 and NISER Open Day 2023, successfully engaging a wide audience.
Organized various other intra-college and inter-college fests, demonstrating strong project management and logistical skills.
Core Committee Member
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Contributed to the LitC Core Committee, organizing literary events and fostering a culture of reading and creative expression within the institute.
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Actively participated in the LitC Core Committee, contributing to the planning and execution of literary events and discussions.
Awarded By
IUCAA
Selected for the highly competitive IUCAA Vacation Students' Programme (VSP), recognizing strong academic potential and research interest in astrophysics.
Awarded By
DAE (Department of Atomic Energy), Government of India
Awarded the prestigious DISHA Scholarship, sponsored by the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India, for academic excellence.
Published by
The Astrophysical Journal (Submitted)
Summary
Co-authored a research paper on forecasting binary black hole merger properties for future gravitational-wave detectors, submitted to The Astrophysical Journal, with a preprint available.
MP-GADGET, GADGET-4, ROCKSTAR, LaTeX, NINJA cosmological simulation suite, eBOSS survey data.
Python, Shell Scripting, C/C++, Julia.
NumPy, SciPy, Astropy, Matplotlib, Seaborn, Bigfile, h5py (HDF5), scikit-learn, OpenMPI, multiprocessing, concurrent.futures, Numba JIT.
Kalinga HPC Cluster, Astro HPC Cluster, High-Performance Computing (HPC), Parallelization, Memory-efficient processing.
Astrophotography, Reflective Telescope Handling & Maintenance (6" and 8" Newtonian Telescopes & 11" Schmidt-Cassegrain Hybrid Telescope), Stellar Spectroscopy, Solar Limb Darkening Quantification, Galaxy Rotation Curve Measurement, Radio Astronomy Instrumentation, CMOS Monochrome Sensor.
Data Interpretation, Scientific Visualization, SPH Visualization, 3D Rotation Animations, Statistical Analysis.
Cosmological Simulations, Gravitational Wave Detectors, Binary Black Hole Mergers, Galactic Halos, AGN Feedback, Dark Matter, Star Formation Quenching, Quasar Properties, Galaxy Groups, Matched Filtering Technique, Experimental Design, Data Collection, Troubleshooting.
Poetry, Essays, Short Stories, Medium Blog.
Music, Sitcoms, Cartoons, Anime, Reading (Novels, Comics, Mangas, Manhwas).
Latest Advancements, Cooking, Experimenting with New Recipes.
Vaktavya (Debate Club), Quizone (Quizzing Club), Mathematix Club.
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Term project focused on the study of Galactic Dynamos.
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Term project on CTIS and Hyperspectral Cube Construction.
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Quantified solar limb darkening and calculated the Sun's rotation periods by tracking sunspot movements.
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Explored the Milky Way's rotation curve via 21cm neutral hydrogen emission, gaining experience in radio astronomy instrumentation.
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Investigated quasar properties and their relation to galaxies and dark matter halos using eBOSS survey data and cosmological simulations.
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Designed, calibrated, and utilized a 3D-printed stellar spectrometer to collect and analyze stellar spectra.
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Term project investigating Gravitational Waves as a Cosmological Probe.
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Developed Group Finder Algorithms based on the matched filtering technique for detecting groups in deep-sky survey data.
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Term project involving orbit simulation using an adaptive Runge-Kutta 4th order integrator.