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Universities

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Research

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Projects

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Activities

Ayush  Varma

Ayush Varma

Applied Physics @ Auckland | 2022

Advanced Science(Hons)- Applied Physics

An enthusiastic final year Bachelor of Advanced Sciences, Applied Physics(Hons)- Space Systems student with an avid interest in Astronomy and an eye for research and innovation.

Applied Universities

The University of Auckland
Auckland University of Technology

Academic Details from Current/Recent University

Education

CountryNew ZealandUniversityThe University of AucklandIntake2022DegreeBachelorsProgramApplied PhysicsSpecializationsSpace Systems

Projects/Thesis

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SpaceBaseMethaneSAT
Spacebase challenge for MethaneSAT |September 2023- Jan 2024|
•	Research Incubator to identify target emissions from Methane Sources
•	Methanogen, methane flux, hypoxic waters, phytoplankton, hydroelectric dam research.
•	Introductory GIS and remote sensing 
•	Developed a robust mathematical model to track methane emissions.
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Auckland Programme for Space Systems (APSS)University of Auckland
- APSS-3 Team Member |7th March 2024- Current|
•	On-board Instrument ideation
•	Industrial use-case brainstorming for CubeSATs
•	Basics of Orbital Determination (OD), Radio Field communications, propulsion, and Attitude control.
•	Precise selection of imaging sensors and their roles. Limitations and susceptibilities behind data processing, power consumption and system dynamics.
3
CubeSAT Mission ProposalxVelocity University of Auckland- Velocity
•	Team Coordinator for proposing a sustainable design implementation for a CubeSAT. 
•	Application prospect to minimize risks associated with spacewalks and address satellite servicing, benefitting the cost and safety of space missions.
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Science WriterThe Scientific Review UoA
Writer- UOA Scientific Review Magazine (Part-time) 
•	Physics articles for the scientific magazine of UOA. 
•	Worked on ‘The extent of quantum mechanics in space research’ and its applications.
•	Worked on ‘Zeeman Effect and Spectral Shifting of a Hydrogen Atom’
•	Research summaries.

Research Assistant

1
Remote SensingThomas Dowling
SAR based Marine Detection Data Pipelines with Machine Learning 

Part-time Work

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Part Time TutorCluey Learning
Secondary School Tutor- Cluey Learning (Casual)- |October 2022- Present| 

•	Tutor Year 5-Year 13 Statistics, Calculus and English
•	Equip the virtual learning platform and utilise the provided curriculum.
•	Adjust and cater according to student needs, gauge the pace of learning.
•	Qualified to tutor ADHD, Dyslexic, Dyscalculic, ASD and APD students. 
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Retail AssistantCountry Road Group
Casual retail work

Application Profile

Skills

Literature ReviewResearch ThinkingProblem SolvingPython, HTML and Fundamental MLQGIS and Geospatial Analysis BasicsCollaborative MindTeam PlayerScience Communication

Extra-curricular Activities

01 All Extracurricular
•	Societies- Physics Association of University of Auckland (PAUA), Science Students Association (SciSA), TEDX UoA, Auckland Indian Students Association (AUIS), E-Sports UOA.
•	Volunteering- HSS hindu group, COVID and flood relief, stargazing and camping. 
•	Papatoetoe Cricket Club Reserves, Counties Manukau Badminton, Squash and Football
•	Languages- English, Hindi, Marathi, Malayalam, Telugu

Work & Education

Education History

PresentFebruary 2022(3Y, 2M)
Bachelors
University of Auckland
(4th Grade)