PARTHA SARATHI SWAIN

Geologist with a Master's in Geology from IIT Bhubaneswar and currently pursuing a Ph.D. at IISER Berhampur. Specializes in the study of kimberlite and related rocks. Strong background in mineral chemistry, igneous petrology, and geochemistry. Expertise in analyzing volcanic and intrusive rock systems. Skilled in interpreting geochemical data and applying advanced analytical techniques. Motivated by a deep passion for understanding Earth's processes. Eager to contribute skills to challenging geological research and exploration projects.

• Secured IIT JAM rank of 83, 2020
• ONGC Scholarship, 2020
• Secured GATE rank of 181, 2022
• Qualified CSIR NET-JRF (Rank-55), 2023

• IISER Berhampur, 2023 - Present, Currently, I am working on kimberlite and related rocks, focusing on descriptive mineralogical studies and geochemical analysis.
• IIT Bhubaneswar, 2021 - 2022, Petrological and geochemical study of southern terrane boundary of Singhbhum craton.
• IIT Bombay, 04/01/21, I have done an internship on the topic 'Pseudotachylites of Kui-Chitraseni shear zone.'