Pooja C.
About Pooja C.
Pooja C. is a Postdoctoral Fellow at NYU Langone Health, with a background in Applied Physics and extensive research and teaching experience at Delhi Technological University.
Current Position at NYU Langone Health
Pooja C. is currently working as a Postdoctoral Fellow at NYU Langone Health in New York, United States. She began this role in 2021. At NYU Langone Health, she continues her research in the field of applied physics with a focus on fiber optics. This role allows her to build on her previous experience and contributes to the advancement of her field.
Educational Background in Applied Physics
Pooja C. completed her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Applied Physics with a specialization in Fiber Optics at Delhi Technological University (formerly Delhi College of Engineering) between 2016 and 2020. Her rigorous academic training in this domain was complemented by her hands-on experience in research labs, where she made significant contributions to the field.
Previous Roles at Delhi Technological University
Pooja C. served in multiple roles at Delhi Technological University. She was a Graduate Teaching Assistant from 2017 to 2019 and a Project Mentor from 2017 to 2020. Additionally, she worked as a Doctoral Researcher from 2016 to 2020. During her tenure, she managed a research lab with four members and mentored twelve student researchers.
Leadership and Mentorship
During her time at Delhi Technological University, Pooja C. led the SPIE and OSA student chapters. Her leadership extended to conducting several outreach events aimed at public school students. These activities not only enhanced her leadership skills but also contributed to the scientific community's growth and engagement with the public.
Research and Publications
Pooja C. has an extensive publication record, including five peer-reviewed journal papers for which she received three Commendable Research Awards. Additionally, she authored twenty-seven international and national conference papers and delivered ten research talks. Her work has been recognized at six international conferences in India and the USA.