Dr Alok Barua
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| Born | West Medinipur, West Bengal, India - 721302 |
| Occupation | Dr Alok Barua |
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| Education | Ph.D |
| Alma mater | IIT Kharagpur |
Dr Alok Barua is an Indian researcher specialising in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, particularly in Alok Barua received a B.S. (Hons) in Physics (Calcutta University), a B. Tech in Instrumentation and Electronics Engineering and M.E.Tel.E. in Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering (Jadavpur University) and a Ph.D. (Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur) in 1973, 1977, 1980 and 1992 respectively. In 1985 he joined the Department of Electrical Engineering, IIT kharagpur, where is now a Professor. He received the IETE's S.K. Mitra memorial best paper award in 1982. With thirty two year. He is based at Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, Paschim Medinipur. He holds a Ph.D from IIT Kharagpur and He has left a lasting imprint on his discipline through pioneering research, committed teaching, and exemplary institutional service.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
The foundations of Dr Alok Barua's distinguished career were laid early in life, shaped by an innate curiosity and a deep-seated commitment to learning and discovery. He engaged with higher education with great seriousness of purpose, acquiring advanced qualifications that would serve as the bedrock of his scholarly endeavours. He holds a Ph.D from IIT Kharagpur (1992). The academic training he received during these years endowed him with both the theoretical depth and methodological rigour that characterise his scholarship.
Academic Career[edit | edit source]
He was appointed Former Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, Paschim Medinipur, a role he fulfilled with distinction (1985–2018).
He has also distinguished himself as an inspiring teacher and mentor. Countless students have benefitted from his guidance, and his pedagogical contributions have helped raise the academic standards of his institution.
Research Contributions[edit | edit source]
His research is anchored in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, with a primary focus on Alok Barua received a B.S. (Hons) in Physics (Calcutta University). He has made significant contributions to the understanding of this discipline, combining theoretical frameworks with practical applications to address complex scientific questions. His curiosity has led him to venture into adjacent areas, including a B. Tech in Instrumentation and Electronics Engineering and M.E.Tel.E. in Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering (Jadavpur University) and a Ph.D. (Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur) in 1973, 1977, 1980 and 1992 respectively. In 1985 he joined the Department of Electrical Engineering, IIT kharagpur, where is now a Professor. He received the IETE's S.K. Mitra memorial best paper award in 1982. With thirty two year, enriching his research portfolio and fostering cross-disciplinary dialogue.
Over the years, he has led and participated in numerous sponsored research projects, partnering with academic peers, government agencies, and industry bodies to advance the frontiers of his discipline. His commitment to application-oriented research has earned him wide recognition.
Publications[edit | edit source]
Dr Alok Barua has authored and co-authored around 1 research papers, disseminated through peer-reviewed journals and prestigious academic forums. The influence of his scholarly output is evidenced by over 11 citations, demonstrating the impact his work has had on the wider research community. His **h-index of 2 speaks to the consistent quality and influence of his research publications over the course of his career.
A complete list of his publications is available on his official Vidwan profile: Dr Alok Barua – Vidwan Profile.
Awards and Honours[edit | edit source]
Dr Alok Barua has received recognition from the academic community for his contributions to Electrical and Electronic Engineering. He is held in high regard by peerstudents alike for his scholarly output and institutional contributions.