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Dr. Pavithra Sekhar
Assistant Professor
Space Science & Technology
Amity Institute of Biotechnology (AIB)
Qualifications
Post Doctoral in Geosciences, Doctorate in Planetary Geosciences, Master's In Physics (Astronomy and Astrophysics)
Experience
8 Years
Current Courses Taught
Introduction to Geosciences - 1, Geosciences Practicals, Environmental Sciences, IPR, Bioethics and Biosafety, Research Methodology and Scientific Writing
Research Interests
Planetary Geophysics, Impact Crater Studies, Hydrothermal studies - Analogue Studies, Exoplanets, Astrobiology
Teaching Interests
Geosciences, Meteorology, Planetary Sciences, Missions to Planets, Earth Sciences
Publications
8
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2
Professional Affiliations
1) National Association of Geoscience Teachers
2) American Geophysical Union
3) Women in Planetary Science
Professional Activities
Outreach, Workshops, Earth and Space Exploration Program
Other Achievements
1) 13th SBAG Early Career Travel Recipient, NASA (2015),
2) John K. Costain Geophysics Scholarship, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (2013)
3) Graduate School Doctoral Assistantship (GSDA), Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (2012)
4) BP Graduate Scholarship, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (2012)
5) Ethiraj College Silver Jubilee Medal for Overall Academic Excellence, Master in Physics, Ethiraj College for Women, University of Madras, Tamil Nadu, India (2007)
6) Ethiraj Merit Scholarship, Ethiraj College for Women, University of Madras, Tamil Nadu, India (2007)
7) Union Medal for Proficiency in Physics for the first three semesters combined, Master in Physics, Ethiraj College for Women, University of Madras, Tamil Nadu, India (2007)
Contact Information
psekhar@mum.amity.edu
Amity Institute of Biotechnology (AIB)