Dr Pramoda Kumar Shetty

Serves as Assistant Director–Quality Assurance, Digital Coordinator for the School of Basic Sciences, Humanities & Management, and Faculty Advisor for the Astronomy Club of MIT, contributing to academic administration, institutional quality enhancement, digital coordination, and student engagement activities. Responsibilities include supporting quality assurance processes, coordinating digital and academic documentation activities, promoting technology-enabled academic practices, and facilitating effective communication within the school. Additionally, guidance and mentorship are provided to students through astronomy-related co-curricular activities aimed at fostering scientific curiosity, observational learning, and interdisciplinary engagement.

Research activities are primarily focused on the field of Radiation Physics, with expertise in Radiation–Matter Interaction and its influence on material properties. The research work involves systematic investigation of irradiation effects on materials, including bulk and thin film semiconductors, with emphasis on understanding structural, optical, electrical, and defect-related modifications induced by radiation exposure. The studies also explore the potential of irradiated materials for dosimeter and radiation sensing applications, contributing to the development of advanced materials for scientific, industrial, and technological applications.