Interests
Beyond mathematics, I find inspiration and balance through diverse pursuits that enrich my perspective and fuel my creativity.
"Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better." — Albert Einstein
Photography serves as my primary creative outlet and a way to connect with the natural world. My interest in photography began during the early days of my graduation. One of my close friends, an environmentalist and bird watcher, had a point-and-shoot camera. I borrowed it for a few days, and that's how it all started. We often went out together, exploring the campus and nearby areas to spot birds and capture moments from nature. That experience not only introduced me to photography but also deepened my appreciation for wildlife and natural spaces. As my interest grew, I started experimenting with different cameras by renting or borrowing them whenever possible. When I joined IIT Guwahati as a PhD student, I finally bought my first gear using my first scholarship, a Canon 90D with an 18–135mm lens. With that, I expanded beyond wildlife photography and started capturing landscapes, macros, streets and portraits. Over time, I've built a small but diverse portfolio that reflects the way I observe life — quietly, curiously, and with a bit of wonder.
Through My Lens
A collection of photographs capturing the beauty found in nature, landscapes, and wildlife. You can see more of my photography on Instagram.
"The reading of all good books is like a conversation with the finest minds of past centuries." — René Descartes
Reading across different subjects helps me stay curious and often brings new perspectives into my research. I'm especially drawn to books, essays, and articles that explore the intersection of science, health, philosophy, sports, and human experience. Whether it's something about science, everyday life, or just an interesting idea explained in a simple way, I enjoy revisiting certain websites and writers because they always make me think and learn something new.
My Library
This compilation of Naval Ravikant's wisdom offers profound insights into building wealth and finding happiness through rational thinking and long-term perspectives. Naval's approach to decision-making, emphasizing first principles and leveraging specific knowledge, resonates with mathematical problem-solving strategies. His philosophy on wealth creation through equity and understanding compound effects aligns with mathematical modeling of growth systems.
Krish Ashok brilliantly demystifies Indian cooking through scientific principles, showing how chemistry, physics, and biology govern traditional techniques. His systematic approach to understanding spice combinations, heat transfer, and flavor development mirrors mathematical optimization problems. The book demonstrates how traditional wisdom often contains sophisticated scientific principles, much like how mathematical insights emerge from seemingly simple patterns.
Syed's exploration of learning from failure and creating systems for continuous improvement has transformed how I approach research methodology. His concept of "black box thinking" - learning from mistakes rather than hiding them - is crucial in mathematical research where failed approaches often reveal important insights. The book emphasizes the importance of feedback loops and iterative improvement, principles fundamental to both mathematical problem-solving and scientific progress.
Other Interests
Beyond photography and reading, I maintain several hobbies that provide balance and often unexpected connections with myself and with the world around me.
- Cooking
- Running
- Travelling
- Watching sports