Ewha Womans University | India
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Early Academic Pursuits
Dr. Shamik Das embarked on his academic journey with a strong foundation in mathematics. He pursued his Bachelor of Science in Mathematics (Honors) from Ramakrishna Mission Residential College, Narendrapur, India, graduating in 2014. Building on his undergraduate studies, he earned a Master of Science in Mathematics and Computing from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Guwahati, in 2016. His academic excellence continued as he completed his PhD in Mathematics at IIT Guwahati under the supervision of Prof. Anupam Saikia, focusing on "Congruent Number and Related Topics," which he defended in September 2021.
Professional Endeavors
Dr. Das's professional career began with his role as a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Mathematics department at Harish-Chandra Research Institute, Prayagraj, India, from October 2021 to October 2023. During this period, he made significant contributions to the field of algebraic number theory, elliptic curves, and quadratic forms. In November 2023, he joined Ewha Womans University, Seoul, South Korea, as a Postdoctoral Fellow in Mathematics, continuing his research and mentoring students.
Contributions and Research Focus
Dr. Das's research is centered on algebraic number theory, elliptic curves, and quadratic forms, with a particular emphasis on exploring the properties and applications of congruent numbers, class numbers of quadratic fields, and the intricate relationships within number theory. His significant contributions to the field are evident through several key publications in prestigious mathematics journals. These include "A necessary condition for p and 2p to be congruent for a prime p ≡ 1 (mod 8)" published in the Journal of Pure and Applied Algebra in 2023, "On the 2-part of the class number of Q(√±D) for a congruent number D" in Research in Number Theory in 2022, and "Families of even noncongruent numbers with arbitrarily many pairs of prime factors" in the Rocky Mountain Journal of Mathematics in 2022. Through his research endeavors, Dr. Das continues to advance our understanding of complex mathematical concepts and contribute significantly to the broader field of mathematics.
Accolades and Recognition
Dr. Das has garnered significant recognition throughout his career, receiving prestigious fellowships and awards such as the NBHM Postdoc Fellowship (2023), the Ewha Womans University Postdoc Fellowship (2023), and the Harish-Chandra Research Institute Postdoc Fellowship (2021). Additionally, his academic achievements include being awarded the Junior Research Fellowship (AIR-35) by CSIR in 2016, achieving GATE (AIR-132) in Mathematics in the same year, and receiving the NBHM MSc Scholarship in 2014. Furthermore, Dr. Das was honored with the INSPIRE Scholarship for Higher Education (SHE) in 2011. These accolades not only highlight his dedication to advancing mathematical research but also underscore his exceptional academic prowess and commitment to excellence.
Impact and Influence
Dr. Das has significantly impacted the field of mathematics through his extensive research, numerous publications, and presentations at prestigious national and international conferences and workshops. Notable among these are his contributions to events such as the Rational Points on Modular Curves at ICTS, India (Sep 2023), the Iwasawa 2023 conference in memory of John Coates at the University of Cambridge, UK (Jul 2023), the Elliptic Curves workshop at NCMW, IISER Trivandrum (Apr 2023), and the Number Theory Meet at IIT Kanpur (Feb 2023). His influential work has left a lasting impression on both peers and students, enriching the broader mathematical community's understanding of complex number theory problems.
Legacy and Future Contributions
Dr. Das's legacy in the field of mathematics is characterized by his rigorous research, dedication to education, and ongoing contributions to number theory. His future endeavors at Ewha Womans University and beyond will likely continue to push the boundaries of mathematical research, fostering new discoveries and inspiring the next generation of mathematicians.
Notable Publications
Required condition for a congruent number: pq with primes p ≡ 1 (mod 8) and q ≡ 3 (mod 8) 2024
A necessary condition for p and 2p to be congruent for a prime p ≡ 1 (mod 8) 2023 (1)
A Heron triangle and a Diophantine equation 2022 (2)
On the 2-part of the class number of Q(ñD) for a congruent number D 2022 (1)
Families of even noncongruent numbers with arbitrarily many pairs of prime factors 2022