Soumyabrata Dev

Soumyabrata Dev is an Assistant Professor in the School of Computer Science at University College Dublin (UCD), where he leads the THEIA lab focusing on interdisciplinary research in computer vision, machine learning, and remote sensing. His work addresses challenges in climate science, environmental monitoring, solar forecasting, and healthcare. He holds a PhD from Nanyang Technological University (Singapore) and has held postdoctoral roles at Trinity College Dublin and ADAPT SFI Research Centre.

His education includes a B.Tech. (summa cum laude) from National Institute of Technology Silchar, India, and a visiting doctoral experience at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), Switzerland. Prior to academia, he worked as a network engineer at Ericsson India (2010–2012).

Research interests span image processing, environmental data analytics (e.g., air/water quality), solar energy forecasting, and AI-driven solutions for sustainable development. He collaborates globally with institutions in academia, industry, and government, aligning with UCD’s strategic goals for impactful innovation. He is an SFI Funded Investigator at ADAPT SFI and a UCD Climate Fellow (2024–2026).

His scientific awards include the 2024 Stanford/Elsevier Top 2% Scientists List. He advises numerous PhD/MSc students on topics like coastal monitoring, air quality modeling, and AI for sustainability. THEIA Lab’s projects include solar irradiance forecasting, knowledge graph-based climate data platforms, and blockchain-enhanced healthcare systems.

He teaches modules on Operating Systems, Wireless Sensor Networks, and Augmented/Virtual Reality. His work bridges theory and application, emphasizing real-world impact in climate action and renewable energy.