Suraj

Suraj is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, where he joined on January 31, 2024. He completed his PhD from the University of Texas at Arlington under the supervision of Dr. Gautam Das.

His educational background includes:

• PhD in Computer Science and Engineering, University of Texas at Arlington

Suraj's research spans Data Management, Fairness, Computational Geometry, Graph Algorithms, and Metric Space, with a focus on designing efficient algorithms for complex systems. His work bridges theoretical computer science with practical applications in data-intensive domains, emphasizing ethical considerations in algorithmic design and geometric problem-solving approaches.

Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong interdisciplinary trajectory merging computer science with active matter physics. Key trends include topological defect dynamics in biological systems, geometric control of physical phenomena, and pattern formation in non-equilibrium active matter - demonstrating significant crossover between algorithmic thinking and biophysical modeling.

No scientific awards or fellowships are mentioned in the available materials.

Suraj advises graduate students in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, with research supported by institutional grants enabling his dual focus on data management systems and active matter physics. His collaborative work spans computer science and biophysics laboratories.

He is actively integrated into IIT Bombay's research ecosystem, collaborating across departments on projects that unite computational theory with physical modeling of complex systems.