Jovi K

M.Sc. Physics

UM-DAE CEBS

Hi!

I have just completed my postgraduation (Int. M.Sc. in Physics) from the Centre for Excellence in Basic Sciences, Mumbai. I love multidisciplinary approach were I take up inspirations from across disciplines and apply it elsewhere. Although I am inclined more towards theoretical and computations aspects in physics, I have a fair experience in experimental physics as well. My specialisation include Plasma Physics, Superconductivity and 2D Heterostructures.

Recently, I have been working in Analying the microinstabilities in Hall Thrusters. I have proposed an analytical model and am currently working on matching it with the experimental finding using Numerical and theoretical analysis.

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Interests

Plasma Physics
Superconductivity
2D Heterostructures

Education

Int M.Sc. Physics, 2018 - 2023
UM DAE CEBS

Projects

II. Plasma Instability in Hall Thrusters - A Numerical Study

This Numerical analysis of the General Dispersion relation for Hall Thrusters, that was previously proposed by the author. Study involved using algorithms including fixed point iteration and conjugate gradient decent using multiprocessing self-made modules in python.

Designing Twisted Bilayer Graphene Based Devices

Project involved designing and standardizing a step-by-step procedure for hBN encapsulated tBLG stack.

I. Plasma Instability in Hall Thrusters - An Analytical Study

Theoretical analysis of the microinstabilities involved in Hall Thruster and derivation of a Generalized Dispersion Relation. Study involves Linearised perturbation of the collisionless Vlasov equations and stability and growth rate analysis using Asymptotic techniques among others.

Symplectic Geometry

Reading Project on the Mathematical framework of Classical Mechanics. Incorporates a good understanding of Lie Algebra, Symplectic Manifolds and Complex vector spaces to learn about the analogy between Wave - Corpuscular theory of light and Geometric quantization.

Database GUI design.

An inbuild python library based GUI designed on Tkinder having implemented using multithreading. Features include data logging, advanced filtering, persistent storage and admin credential based modification features among other things.

Unconventional Superconductivity

Reading project on Theory of Unconventional Superconductivity as part of NIUS program. Required insights into Bogoliubov transformations, Path Integrals, Greens functions among other mathematical tools for understanding the spin coupled Cooper pairing.

Experience

“It’s not what you achieve, it’s what you overcome. That’s what defines your career."
—Carlton Fisk

Research Student

KIT

July 2022 – December 2022 Karlsruhe, Germany

Master’s Thesis on Designing twisted Bilayer Graphene Devices under Dr. Romain Danneau, INT.

Project Student

TIFR

June 2019 – December 2020 Mumbai, India

NIUS project on Theory of unconventional superconductivity under Prof. Rajdeep Sensarma.

Research Student

HBCSE

June 2019 – June 2019 Mumbai, India

NIUS camp invited to learn under some of the best researchers as well as have hands-on experience on some of the state-of-art instruments and experimental techniques.

Certification

“The only way to do great work is to love what you do.”
- Steve Jobs

Quantum Information and Quantum Technology ‘23

IISER Kolkata May 2023 – Jul 2023

(QIQT -2023) is the fourth in the series of workshops conducted in the summer months at the IISER-K. It intends to bring together the leading experts in the field face to face with the students and young researchers in this exciting field of research. The experts include Physicists, Chemists, Mathematicians, Computer Scientists, and Engineers.

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Machine Learning

Coursera and Stanford May 2021 – Jul 2021

Broad introduction to modern machine learning, including supervised learning (multiple linear regression, logistic regression, neural networks, and decision trees), unsupervised learning (clustering, dimensionality reduction, recommender systems), among others.

Introduction into General Theory of Relativity

Coursera Sep 2020 – Oct 2020

Generic mathematically rich introduction to the celebrated theory.

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Social Psychology (with Honors)

Coursera and Wesleyan University Sep 2020 – Oct 2020

This course offers a brief introduction to classic and contemporary social psychology, covering topics such as decision making, persuasion, group behavior, personal attraction, and factors that promote health and well-being.

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Non-Equilibrium Applications of Statistical Thermodynamics

Coursera and University of Colorado Jun 2020 – Jul 2020

Explores three different applications of non-equilibrium statistical thermodynamics: 1. transport of ideal gas, 2. use of Spectroscopy to determine thermodynamics and flow properties of fluids and 3. Chemical Kinetics.

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Advanced Trading Algorithms

Coursera and Indian School of Business Jun 2020 – Jul 2020

This course will provide back test results for all the strategies in developed and emerging markets. Furthur, scientific ways of back testing without succumbing to either look ahead (or) survival bias will also be looked into.

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Stochastic processes

Coursera Mar 2020 – Jul 2020

Includes main concepts of the theory of stochastic processes and provide some ideas for its application to the solution of various problems in economics, finance, and other related fields.

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Statistical Thermodynamics Specialization

Coursera and University of Colorado Feb 2020 – Jun 2020

The use of the postulatory approach to introducing fundamental concepts and the very clear connection between macroscopic and microscopic thermodynamics. By introducing basic ideas using postulates, students are given a very straightforward way to think about important concepts, including entropy and temperature, ensembles and quantum mechanics.

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