As a physics PhD student passionate about exploring the mysteries of our cosmos, I find myself immersed in the captivating world of space physics. Beyond the equations and data, I'm on a mission to decode the secrets hidden in the dynamics of space. Picture me as a curious explorer armed with tools to navigate the vastness of space, unraveling the untold stories of cosmic processes.
Nitya Agarwala
(Graduate Research Assistant)
| Email: | nitya.agarwala@nasa.gov |
| Org Code: | 675 |
| Address: |
NASA/GSFC Mail Code 675 Greenbelt, MD 20771 |
| Employer: | CATHOLIC UNIV OF AMERICA |
Brief Bio
Current Projects
Dynamics and Particle Energization of Earthward Flux Ropes
Earth's Magnetosphere
My research focuses on addressing critical gaps in understanding, including the erosion of leading edges through magnetic reconnection, energization of ions and electrons, and the kinetic scale structure near the reconnection X-line. Leveraging multi-point, high-resolution data from the Magnetospheric Multiscale (MMS) Spacecraft, I aim to unravel the complexities of flux rope dissipation and contribute to valuable insights to the broader field of space physics.
Education
PhD in Applied Physics and Nanotechnology
Catholic University of America (2023-Current)
MPhys in Physics with astrophysics
University of Manchester (2017-2021)