I, Me and Myself



Hi there,
My pic I am Rajesh Kumble Nayak, a faculty member in the Department of Physical Sciences at IISER Kolkata. My research interests span gravitational wave data analysis, general relativity, and relativistic astrophysics. I also enjoy exploring mathematical and computational physics, and sharing my curiosity for the cosmos through teaching and collaborative science.
Outside of my academic pursuits, I have a deep interest in hands-on science, open-source software, and creative learning. Whether building small telescopes, experimenting with rockets, or discussing the philosophy of science, I believe in learning by doing. I also enjoy music, photography, and comics — a reminder that curiosity doesn’t stop at the lab door.

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Our younger days were fortunate times. There was no pressure of exams, and we had plenty of time to have fun. I spent my time pursuing various hobbies.

  • I love doing small experiment... These include making telescopes to flying rocket. Yup see old pic on the side an typical small rocket launch. Due to lack of time I don' t indulge in these activities these days
  • Music..... I love music, mainly hindi film songs by Gulzar..
  • Photography.... I love taking photographs. Some of my photographs can now seen in the digital form, more yet to come.
  • Comics It is true that I can not live without them :)= . I love Asterix , Tintin, Calvin and hobbes, BC, Wizard etc.. this is a long list
  • I am a Linux fanatic. Linux :: Wanna be Linux Kernel&n hacker :)= Linux user since 1994 ... Little out of touch these days... Long Live Linus
  • Some more photos Google Site


Schooling and Educaion

I have never let my schooling interfere with my education.
Mark Twain
US humorist, novelist, short story author, & wit (1835 - 1910)
Schooling is also fun; it is where you meet people, make friends, and sometimes even enemies. Education will always remain incomplete without schooling; it is a valuable experience. You cannot pursue an academic career without embarking on a long journey through different educational institutions. Here is my journey: