جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Computational tomographic reconstructions
• subsurface imaging
• shape/target tracking
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Naren Naik is a Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur, specializing in computational tomographic reconstructions and analysis for subsurface imaging and shape/target tracking. His educational background includes: PhD from the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bangalore in 2000 M.E. in Electronics and Communication Engineering from IISc Bangalore in 1992 B.Sc. from Bangalore in 1988 Professor Naik's research focuses on development and analysis of reconstruction algorithms for nonlinear tomography , with particular emphasis on shape-based and dynamic tomography, tracking and battlefield surveillance, and numerical solutions to partial differential equations in electromagnetics. His work spans multiple imaging modalities including subsurface imaging with Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR), fluorescence optics, electrical impedance tomography, and photoacoustic tomography. His research bridges theoretical mathematics with practical applications in electromagnetic imaging and target tracking systems, addressing complex inverse problems in computational imaging. His publication record shows a clear progression from electromagnetic tomography to advanced Kalman filtering techniques for target tracking applications. The most recent works focus on wireless sensor networks and maneuvering target tracking, demonstrating his ability to adapt theoretical frameworks to evolving technological contexts while maintaining mathematical rigor in solving inverse problems. His professional recognition includes: Invited presentation at the special session on advances in model based inversion at the 2011 IEEE AP-S International Symposium on Antennas and Propagation Professor Naik maintains an active research program with consistent publication output in high-impact journals and conferences. His work demonstrates strong interdisciplinary collaboration, particularly with researchers in electromagnetics, signal processing, and imaging sciences. His research has significant applications in defense technology (battlefield surveillance), medical imaging, and subsurface exploration systems, contributing to both theoretical advances and practical implementations in these fields. He is based in Office 303A ACES (Advanced Centre for Electronic Systems) at the Department of Electrical Engineering, IIT Kanpur, where he leads research activities in computational imaging and tomographic reconstruction.

Dibakar Ghosalمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Seismology
• Tomography
• Subduction tectonics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Dibakar Ghosal is an Associate Professor in the Department of Earth Sciences at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur). He leads the Crustal Imaging Laboratory (CIL) which is equipped with state-of-the-art seismic data acquisition setup and processing software for both land and marine seismic datasets. His research spans exploration seismology, tectonic studies, and algorithm development for subsurface imaging across diverse geological settings. Dr. Ghosal's educational background includes: PhD in Geophysics (2008-2013) from Institut de Physique du Globe de Paris (IPGP), France M.Sc. in Geophysics (2004-2006) from Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, India B.Sc. in Geology, Mathematics and Physics (2001-2004) from Jadavpur University, India His research focuses on three major themes: (1) Tectonic studies across Himalaya, Sumatra-Andaman, and Bay of Bengal using high-resolution seismic datasets; (2) Development of algorithms for petrophysical parameter estimation of hydrocarbon and ore reserves; and (3) Ambient Noise and earthquake data analysis. His work integrates field data acquisition, computational modeling, and advanced algorithm development to address fundamental questions in Earth sciences, with particular emphasis on crustal architecture and resource exploration. His recent publications demonstrate expertise in crustal imaging techniques, tectonic analysis of subduction zones, and algorithm development for seismic data processing. The research spans diverse geographical regions including the Himalayas, Sumatra-Andaman region, Bay of Bengal, and Southern Indian Ocean, with applications to hydrocarbon exploration, tectonic studies, and crustal architecture analysis. Dr. Ghosal has received several prestigious fellowships and awards: 2023: Scientific High Level Visiting Fellowship (SSHN) from French Institute in India (IFI) 2022: INSA visiting scientist fellowship 2019: Visiting Faculty at IPG Paris, France 2019: Visiting Faculty at NTU Singapore 2014-2015: Postdoctoral fellowship, Geocentrum, Uppsala University, Sweden 2008-2012: PhD fellowship, IPG Paris, France Dr. Ghosal actively mentors students and has supervised numerous PhD, MTech, and BS-MS students. His research is supported by multiple sponsored projects from DST-SERB, MoES, ONGC, and other funding agencies. He has successfully completed projects on topics including seismic imaging of the Himalayan foothills, gas hydrate reservoir modeling, and petrophysical property estimation. He leads the Crustal Imaging Laboratory (CIL) at IIT Kanpur, which conducts field work across various regions of India including the Himalayas and offshore areas. The laboratory is equipped with RAUs, 3C Tromino sensors, seismic thumpers, and advanced processing servers. He collaborates with national institutions including NIO Goa, IISER Pune, and NGRI, as well as international institutions such as IPG Paris, Uppsala University, and Texas A&M University.

Malay K. Dasمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
• Thermofluid Science
• Clean Energy Systems
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Malay K. Das is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur . With a PhD from PennState, his career spans advanced research in thermofluid science, focusing on energy systems, carbon capture, and battery thermal management. B. E. (University of Calcutta), M. Tech. (IIT Kanpur), PhD (PennState) Teaches graduate-level courses like Machine Learning for Engineers and Mathematics for Engineers Leads two research laboratories: Energy Conservation and Storage Laboratory and Gas Hydrate Research Laboratory Research Interests: Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) applications in energy systems Physics-informed machine learning for thermofluid applications CO2 Sequestration and Methane Hydrate Reservoirs Thermal Management of Batteries and Fuel Cells Modeling Transport Phenomena in Porous Media Recent Publication Trends: His work focuses on energy conversion , gas hydrate dynamics , and advanced materials for electrochemical systems . Key areas include Lattice Boltzmann Methods , viscoelastic flow analysis , and nanofluid applications in carbon capture. Advising: Currently supervising PhD students Sourav Dhawan (CO2 Hydrates), Randeep Ravesh (Methane Recovery), Ayaj A. Ansari (Coalbed Methane), and Pawan K. Pandey (Cerebral Aneurysm Flow). Labs and Teams: Leads the Energy Conservation and Storage Laboratory (8 PhD graduates, 3 in progress) and Gas Hydrate Research Laboratory (2 PhD graduates, 1 in progress). Research teams work on fuel cells , CO2 sequestration , and graphene-based nanomaterials for energy applications.

• Environmental Engineering
• Groundwater Contamination
• Heavy Metal Geochemistry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Abhas Singh is an Associate Professor at the Department of Civil Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur , specializing in Environmental Engineering . With a PhD from Washington University in Saint Louis (2010) and B.Tech. from IIT Bombay (1999), his research focuses on: Environmental geochemistry of heavy metals Mineral-water-microbial interfacial processes Groundwater contaminant fate modeling Low-cost pollution remediation technologies His recent peer-reviewed publications (2020-2024) demonstrate expertise in uranium speciation, chromium detoxification, and fluoride immobilization through mineral precipitation. Key themes include: Nanoscale contaminant interactions Biogeochemical redox processes Household-scale water treatment systems Smartphone-enabled field monitoring Arsenic-resistant microbial strains Managed aquifer recharge strategies Major scientific awards include: Multiple IIT Kanpur teaching citations Best Poster Awards at international conferences ENVIRSAN Scholarship (2005-06) National Talent Search Scholarship (1993-99) As educator, he has taught Environmental Quality and Processes (UG) and Solid-Water Interfacial Processes (PG) since 2013. His supervision includes 21 PhD/MTech students working on topics ranging from: Uranium transport modeling Fluoride mobilization mechanisms Arsenic biogeochemistry Chromium waste treatment Groundwater recharge dynamics Smart water monitoring systems

• Fluid Dynamics
• Heat Transfer
• Thermal Sciences
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor K. Muralidhar of the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur specializes in fluid dynamics, thermal sciences, and optical imaging techniques. With over 35 years of academic leadership, his work bridges experimental and computational approaches in transport phenomena. PhD from University of Delaware (1985) 20+ Doctoral students supervised 500+ Publications across 13 research areas Fellow of ASTFE, NAS, and INAE His key research domains include: Drop dynamics on hydrophobic surfaces Heat transfer in porous media Crystal growth visualization Biofluid mechanics in vascular systems Advanced tomographic imaging Cryogenic flow modeling Recent work focuses on CO2 sequestration , solar desalination , and non-invasive medical diagnostics , with significant contributions to Physics of Fluids and International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer . Scientific awards highlight his global recognition: 2019: Fellow-ASTFE 2014: Keynote speaker, International Heat Transfer Conference 2006: INAE Fellowship 1995: Institution of Engineers Prize 1981: IIT Madras Institute Medal Pioneering optical measurement techniques for convection and phase change processes, he has developed novel approaches in schlieren tomography, interferometry, and digital holography. His laboratory's patent portfolio includes medical devices and fluid control systems.

Animesh Mandalمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Near Surface Geophysics
• Geophysical Data Enhancement
• Subsurface Modeling
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Animesh Mandal serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Earth Sciences at Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IITK) , where he has been a faculty member since April 2015. His academic journey includes a B.Sc. in Physics from University of Calcutta (2005), M.Sc. in Physics from IIT Delhi (2007), and Ph.D. in Geophysics from IIT Kharagpur (2013). Prior to joining IITK, he worked as a Project Scientist at the National Geophysical Research Institute (NGRI). Research Interests : Dr. Mandal specializes in near-surface geophysical studies , geophysical data enhancement , and subsurface modeling . His work focuses on integrated geophysical approaches to understand shallow crustal configuration and delineate natural resources, utilizing gravimeter, magnetometer, electrical, and EM equipment. He has pioneered research in machine learning-assisted interpretation of geophysical data, particularly in seismic impedance inversion, reservoir characterization, and geothermal system analysis. His recent publications demonstrate expertise in applying deep learning techniques to solve complex geophysical problems. Research Trends : Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on geothermal energy systems , particularly non-volcanic hot springs in the Eastern Ghats Mobile Belt. His work combines gravity-magnetic studies with advanced computational methods to understand crustal configuration and thermal structure. Another major trend involves machine learning applications in seismic data processing, where he develops novel deep learning architectures for impedance inversion and reservoir characterization. His research bridges traditional geophysical methods with cutting-edge AI techniques, creating innovative approaches to subsurface imaging. Scientific Awards : Supervised students who received Prime Minister's Research Fellowship (PMRF) Advisees awarded FARE Fellowship, ONGC-IGU Best Poster Presentation Award, and EAGE PACE grants Students received FULL sponsorship to attend major international conferences like IMAGE 2024 Mentored students who secured postdoctoral positions at prestigious institutions including KAUST and University College Dublin Academic Leadership : Dr. Mandal has successfully supervised multiple Ph.D. and M.Tech. students to completion, with recent graduates securing positions at institutions like University College Dublin, Queen's University, and industry roles at companies including Verisk Analytics and ONGC. His research group maintains active collaborations with international institutions and regularly presents at major geoscience conferences including EAGE, SEG, and AOGS. The group has secured competitive research funding that supports field studies, laboratory work, and student training in advanced geophysical techniques.

Saumyen Guhaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Hydraulics
• Water Resources Engineering
• Subsurface Flow and Transport
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Saumyen Guha is a Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur. He specializes in Hydraulics and Water Resources Engineering, with a particular focus on subsurface flow and transport phenomena in natural systems. Dr. Guha received his PhD from Princeton University in 1996, following an M.Tech from IIT Kanpur in 1989 and a B.E. from Bengal Engineering College in 1987. His academic journey has established him as a leading researcher in environmental and water resources engineering. Dr. Guha's research primarily focuses on Subsurface Flow and Transport, Bioremediation of Toxic Organics in Natural Systems, Fate and Transport of Pesticides and Heavy Metals in Natural Systems, Metal uptake in plants, and Natural Isotopes. His work bridges the gap between theoretical understanding and practical applications in environmental remediation and water resource management. His laboratory investigations have provided critical insights into contaminant transport mechanisms and biodegradation processes in soil and groundwater systems. Dr. Guha has made significant contributions to understanding the fate and transport of pesticides like endosulfan and chlorpyrifos in agricultural environments. His research on arsenic contamination in the Ganges Delta has important implications for public health in affected regions. His work on surfactant-enhanced bioremediation has advanced the field of environmental remediation for hydrophobic contaminants. As an educator, Dr. Guha teaches advanced courses including CE 662: Advanced Modeling of Subsurface Flow and Transport, CE 602: Advanced Mathematics for Civil Engineers, ESO 208: Computational Methods in Engineering, CE 262: Engineering Hydraulics, and CE 361: Engineering Hydrology. His teaching emphasizes both theoretical foundations and practical applications in environmental and water resources engineering. Dr. Guha has authored numerous publications in prestigious journals and has contributed to important book chapters, including 'Numerical Methods for Engineering and Science' (2010) and 'Dealing with draught: Issues for implementation' (2001) in the India Infrastructure Report. His research has been supported by various funding agencies, enabling him to maintain a productive laboratory and mentor students in cutting-edge environmental research.

• Planetary Science
• Lunar Geology
• Remote Sensing
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Deepak Dhingra is an Associate Professor in the Department of Earth Sciences at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur. He holds a Ph.D. from Brown University (2014) and specializes in planetary geology. His research leverages remote sensing data to study surface morphology and composition of extraterrestrial bodies, including the Moon, Mars, Mercury, and Saturn's moon Enceladus. Research Focus His work integrates spectral, imaging, and topographic data to address fundamental questions in planetary evolution. Key themes include: Lunar Geology: Mg-spinel distribution, impact crater processes, polar volatiles. Planetary Surface Dynamics: Boulder falls, granular segregation on asteroids. Methodological Innovation: Machine learning applications for mineral mapping and data filtering. Mission Involvement Chandrayaan-1: Scientist at Physical Research Laboratory (PRL), Ahmedabad. Chandrayaan-2: Science team member for NASA/JPL/Brown University's Moon Mineralogy Mapper (M³). Academic Activities He actively recruits PhD students and postdoctoral researchers for planetary science projects. His interdisciplinary approach bridges geology, data science, and space mission operations. Additional Contributions Beyond research, he engages in science communication through articles, blogs, and outreach initiatives focused on lunar exploration.