J021659-044920: a relic giant radio galaxy at z ∼ 1.3
Tamhane, P.D. et. al, (2015). "J021659-044920: a relic giant radio galaxy at z ∼ 1.3." MNRAS. 453.
CV
SKILLS
- Programming Languages: Python (10+ years), C++, Scala, SQL
- Tools: Matplotlib, Scikit-learn, Pandas, Jupyter Notebook, PyTorch, Tensorflow, Plotly, Git, LaTeX, Linux, Spark, ppxf
- Softwares: CASA, ESOREFLEX, CIAO, DS9, TOPCAT, MONTAGE
WORK EXPERIENCE
Postdoc | University of Alabama in Huntsville, USA
September 2023 – Present
Data Scientist | ZebraKet, Canada
June 2023 – August 2023
- Implemented data cleaning and preprocessing procedures with Pandas and Python for industrial facility data ensuring high data quality and eliminating inconsistencies.
- Utilized ML and deep learning techniques using Scikit-learn and PyTorch to develop fault detection models. -Conducted in-depth data analysis and feature engineering, identifying key patterns and relevant features to improve model’s performance.
Postdoc | University of Waterloo, Canada
February 2023 – August 2023
- Simulated mock observations of galaxies and data analysis using Python in preparation for the upcoming launch of an X-ray space telescope (XRISM).
- Mentored two graduate students, collaborated on telescope time proposals, and wrote a research paper submitted to a reputed journal.
Research Assistant | University of Waterloo, Canada
May 2017 – December 2022
- Conducted in-depth analysis of several Terabytes of radio, optical and X-ray telescope data of galaxies to generate science ready images and spectra and extracted key features for analysis.
- Utilized Bayesian methods and linear regression to perform statistical analysis on galaxy properties extracted from images and spectra leading to new findings which were published in a reputed journal.
- Demonstrated adaptability and flexibility by reassessing and modifying project goals when it became clear key data would be unavailable.
- Collaborated with an international team of researchers, leading and co-leading projects that resulted in 4 academic papers and presentations at international conferences.
Teaching Assistant | University of Waterloo, Canada
May 2017 – December 2022
- Developed and delivered engaging tutorials for undergraduate physics courses providing students with a solid understanding of core concepts.
- Instructed 5 lab courses, graded assignments, lab reports and exams both in person and online.
Visiting Research Student | National Centre for Radio Astrophysics, India
May 2014 – May 2015
- Led the project to analyze data of a galaxy I discovered, modeled its spectrum, and derived its physical properties.
- Consolidated research results into a scientific paper that was published in a reputed journal and received media attention.
- Organized large astronomical datasets with thousands of galaxies and performed statistical analysis to identify correlations between various galaxy properties.
EDUCATION
PhD in Astronomy – University of Waterloo, Canada
2017 – 2022
- Relevant courses: Astrostatistics, Machine Learning in Physics
BS & MS in Physics – Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune, India
2010 – 2015
AWARDS
- Marie Curie Graduate Student Award, 2017
- INSPIRE Scholarship (INR 80,000/year for 5 years) by Govt. of India to pursue science, 2010 – 2015
CONFERENCES/WORKSHOPS
- Star formation in the era of JWST (Delivered a talk), 2023
- Compute Ontario Summer School: ML, Git and Deep Learning, 2022
- Galaxy clusters 2022: Challenges and Cosmological perspectives (Delivered a talk), 2022
VOLUNTEERING
- Volunteered for Marathi language Wikipedia by writing 100+ articles and creating infoboxes, 2015 – 2017
- Participated in Science outreach events for school children by presenting posters and conducting experiments.
Publications
Origins of Molecular Clouds in Early-type Galaxies
Babyk, Iu. V., McNamara, B. R., Tamhane, P. D. et. al. (2019). "Origins of Molecular Clouds in Early-type Galaxies." ApJ. 887.
Thermally Unstable Cooling Stimulated by Uplift: The Spoiler Clusters
C. G. Martz, B. R. McNamara, P. E. J. Nulsen, A. N. Vantyghem, M-J. Gingras, Iu. V. Babyk, H. R. Russell, A. C. Edge, M. McDonald, P. D. Tamhane et. al, (2020). "Thermally Unstable Cooling Stimulated by Uplift: The Spoiler Clusters." ApJ. 897.
Molecular Flows in Contemporary Active Galaxies and the Efficacy of Radio-Mechanical Feedback
Prathamesh D. Tamhane, Brian R. McNamara, Helen R. Russell, Alastaire C. Edge, Andrew C. Fabian, Paul E. J. Nulsen, Iurii V. Babyk et. al, (2022). "Molecular Flows in Contemporary Active Galaxies and the Efficacy of Radio-Mechanical Feedback." MNRAS, Volume 516, Issue 1.
Radio jet-ISM interaction and positive radio-mechanical feedback in Abell 1795
Prathamesh D. Tamhane, Brian R. McNamara, Helen R. Russell, Francoise Combes, Yu, Qiu, Alastair C. Edge, Roberto Maiolino, Andrew Fabian, Paul E. J. Nulsen, R. Johnstone, Stefano Carniani, (2022). "Radio jet-ISM interaction and positive radio-mechanical feedback in Abell 1795." MNRAS, Volume 519, Issue 3.
A massive multiphase plume of gas in Abell 2390’s brightest cluster galaxy
Rose, Tom; McNamara, B. R.; Combes, F.; Edge, A. C.; Russell, H.; Salomé, P.; Tamhane, P. ; Fabian, A. C.; Tremblay, G., (2024). "A massive multiphase plume of gas in Abell 2390s brightest cluster galaxy." MNRAS.
Talks
Molecular gas flows in active galaxies and the potential impact of radio-mechanical feedback
Talk at Galaxy Clusters 2022 conference, Space Telescope Science Institute, Baltimore, MD
Radio-jet triggered star formation in a molecular gas flow
Talk at Star formation in the era of JWST, Paralia, Greece
Fantastic Beasts: Active Galactic Nuclei in Galaxies and Clusters
Talk at Astronomy on Tap Rocket City, Huntsville, AL
The impact of gas uplift by cavities in mechanical AGN feedback
Talk at University of Waterloo, Waterloo, ON, Canada