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Santanu Pradhan

Physicist

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santanu pradhan

Hey There! I'm Santanu Pradhan

I am a passionate physicist and PhD scholar specializing in the fascinating realms of astrophysics, black hole dynamics, tidal disruption events, and computational physics. Currently pursuing my doctoral research at IIT Kanpur (2025), I am deeply committed to exploring the mysteries of the universe through advanced numerical simulations and theoretical investigations.

My academic journey began at IIT Indore, where I completed my M.Sc. in Physics with a focus on advanced topics in theoretical physics and cosmology. I am dedicated to contributing meaningful insights to the scientific community while actively engaging in science communication to make complex physics concepts accessible to broader audiences.

My research interests span across multiple domains of theoretical physics, with particular emphasis on understanding the fundamental nature of spacetime, gravity, and quantum phenomena in extreme astrophysical environments.

My Education

PhD in Physics (Current)

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur

2025 – Present

Pursuing doctoral research in astrophysics, focusing on black hole dynamics, tidal disruption events, and computational physics methods.

M.Sc. in Physics

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Indore

2022 – 2024

Specialized in black hole dynamics, gravitational waves, string theory, and quantum gravity with outstanding academic performance.

B.Sc. in Physics

Ramakrishna Mission Residential College (Autonomous)

2019 – 2022

Graduated with distinction, conducted research in particle physics and cosmology, received multiple academic honors.

Higher Secondary Education

Lalat Gangadhar Pathsala High School

2017 – 2019

Achieved top rank in district-level examinations, awarded multiple merit scholarships.

My Skills

My Skills and Experiences

I have developed a strong proficiency in programming and scientific computing, enabling me to tackle complex problems in my research. My expertise in Python allows me to implement algorithms and data analysis efficiently, while C++ is my choice for high-performance computing tasks.

I am also skilled in using Mathematica for symbolic computation and modeling, as well as Gnuplot for data visualization. Additionally, my command of LaTeX ensures that I can produce high-quality scientific documents and publications with ease.

Python 90%
C++ 70%
Mathematica 65%
Gnuplot 80%
LATEX 95%

Research Interests

Black Hole Physics

Investigating the dynamics, thermodynamics, and gravitational wave signatures of black holes to test the limits of general relativity.

Tidal Disruption Events

Modeling and simulating the process of stars being torn apart by supermassive black holes and studying the resulting signals.

Computational Physics

Developing and applying numerical methods and high-performance computing to solve complex physical problems and analyze large datasets.

My Work

Quasi Normal Mode Calculation

A Study of Quasi-Normal Modes of Black Holes

Calculated QNMs for Kerr Black Holes using a novel technique, comparing results with Leaver's method, and investigated Kerr-Sen Black Holes...

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AdS/CFT correspondence

Properties of Anti De Sitter Black Holes

Studied AdS/CFT correspondence, black hole thermodynamics, holographic duality, string theory connection to QCD and the physics of D-branes...

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Unruh radiation

Unruh Radiation

Explored General Relativity, Cosmology, and Black Holes, performing calculations in Quantum Field Theory (QFT) in curved spacetime...

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My Hobbies

Playing Cricket

I enjoy playing cricket to stay active and challenge myself physically and mentally.

Football

I love the teamwork and strategy that make every football match exciting.

Musical Tastes

I enjoy K-pop and hip-hop for their catchy rhythms and dynamic performances.

Science Literature

I enjoy reading biology and physics books to expand my knowledge and curiosity.

For More Info

You can find more details about my projects, publications, and professional journey on my comprehensive personal webpage.

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Address

IIT Kanpur, India

Phone

+91 8101 983 739

Email Address

santanup25@iitk.ac.in