About¶
I am a Computational Scientist and Scientific Software Engineer working at the intersection of materials science, mathematical modeling, and robust scientific software development. My research focuses on developing predictive numerical frameworks and algorithms to model microstructure and microtexture evolution. I completed my academic training at IIT Bombay, where I earned my B.Tech., M.Tech., and Ph.D.
Education¶
Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering — IIT Bombay¶
2014–2024
Thesis: Mathematical Modeling of Microstructure and Microtexture Evolution
CGPA: 9.86/10
M.Tech. (Dual Degree), Metallurgical Process Engineering — IIT Bombay¶
2005–2010
Thesis: Modeling Process during Hot Rolling
CGPA: 10/10
B.Tech. (Dual Degree), Metallurgical Engineering and Materials Science — IIT Bombay¶
2005–2010
CGPA: 8.79/10
Professional experience¶
- Project Research Scientist — IIT Bombay, Nov 2024 – Jun 2025
- Project Research Associate — IIT Bombay, Jun 2023 – Nov 2024
- Project Engineer — NCAIR, IIT Bombay, Jan 2013 – Dec 2013
- Senior Research Fellow — Powder Metallurgy Lab, IIT Bombay, Apr 2011 – Jun 2011
- Researcher — TRDDC, Pune, Aug 2010 – Mar 2011
- Teaching Assistant — IIT Bombay, 2011–2019, multiple terms
Teaching¶
Teaching Assistant across courses including Computational Methods in Metal Forming, Stereology and Image Analysis, Engineering Data Mining and Applications, and Mechanics of Materials.
Scholastic achievement¶
- IIT-JEE 2005 — All India Rank 2645
- AIEEE 2005 — All India Rank 4056
- Rajasthan Pre-Engineering Test 2005 — State Rank 7