Dr. Prince Sharma

Dr. Prince Sharma works in the field of X-ray astronomy and is actively engaged in research on the spectral and timing properties of accreting neutron stars and black holes in X-ray binaries. His work focuses on accretion physics, long-term spin evolution, pulse profile behavior, and broadband spectral modeling of different classes of X-ray binaries, using observations from missions such as NuSTAR, Suzaku, Fermi GBM, and NICER. 

His research has contributed to the understanding of cyclotron resonance scattering features, iron emission line properties, and accretion-driven variability in X-ray binaries. Dr. Sharma has published multiple peer-reviewed articles in international journals including MNRAS, MNRAS Letters, Advances in Space Research, and Research in Astronomy and Astrophysics. He has strong expertise in XSPEC, XRONOS, Python, C, and C++, along with mission-specific data analysis. 

Dr. Sharma completed his Ph.D. at the University of Delhi, where his research focused on developing methods for timing and spectral analysis of X-ray binaries. During this period, he gained teaching and mentoring exposure by co-guiding an M.Sc. dissertation on X-ray pulsars, assisting postgraduate students with data analysis and research methods, and supporting M.Sc.-level observational astronomy projects. He has also presented his work at national and international conferences and published in respected astrophysics journals. 

X-ray binaries | Emission properties and timing variability | Neutron star systems and outbursts | Long-term spin period evolution | Pulse profile behavior | Broadband spectral analysis | Cyclotron resonance scattering features | Compact object accretion physics | Mission-based X-ray data analysis. 

Dr. Sharma’s teaching philosophy is rooted in bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and true conceptual understanding. He believes that students learn differently and must be supported with customized guidance that addresses their individual needs. 

His approach centers on teaching students, not just subjects, ensuring that whatever is taught reaches every learner meaningfully. Rather than delivering large amounts of material to only a few, he prioritizes clarity, inclusivity, and accessibility so that all students can engage with and understand core ideas. 

Dr. Sharma has taught Mechanics for Mathematics and Physics honours programs, Physics for Computer Engineers, and Engineering Physics laboratory courses for computer science and advanced engineering students. Previously, he has co-guided M.Sc. dissertation work in data analysis and research methods. Beyond formal teaching, he has organized observational astronomy activities for students and actively participates in astronomy outreach talks for the public. 

Dr. Sharma qualified CSIR NET JRF in Physical Sciences twice, in June 2018 and again in December 2018. He also qualified the GATE examination in Physics in 2018. These national achievements reflect his strong academic foundation and research capability. 

Dr. Sharma has carried out extensive research on neutron star and black hole X-ray binaries using archival data from missions such as NuSTAR, Fermi, and Suzaku. His work spans broadband spectral modeling, timing studies, pulse profile analysis, and the investigation of emission features including cyclotron lines. 

He has authored seven publications in international peer-reviewed journals, including MNRAS, MNRAS Letters, Advances in Space Research, and Research in Astronomy and Astrophysics. One of his notable contributions is the discovery of a cyclotron resonance scattering feature in the HMXB GRO J1750-27. He has presented his work at the Annual Meetings of the Astronomical Society of India and at international workshops such as the AAPPS DACG meeting. His future plans include expanding observational studies using AstroSat, NICER, and XMM-Newton and contributing to collaborative projects in high-energy astrophysics. 

prince.sharma@ddn.upes.ac.in