Research Scholar, National Institute of Technology Rourkela, India
Samparna Parida completed her PhD in Wireless Communication Engineering at NIT Rourkela (2018-2024), with a CGPA of 8.0. She holds an MTech in VLSI & Embedded Systems from Siksha O Anusandhan University (2014-2016), where she scored a CGPA of 7.91. Samparna graduated with a BTech in Electronics and Telecommunication from Biju Patnaik University of Technology (2008-2012), with a CGPA of 7.0. She also completed her +2 Science from Maharshi College of Natural Laws, Bhubaneswar, and her 10th grade from Govt. Girls’ High School, Bhubaneswar, with commendable academic performance. Additionally, she qualified for GATE 2016 with an impressive percentile of 89% in Electronics and Communication Engineering, further establishing her strong technical foundation.
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Strengths for the Award
- Extensive Academic and Research Background: Samparna has a solid academic track record with a PhD in Wireless Communication Engineering from NIT Rourkela, complemented by an MTech in VLSI and Embedded Systems and a BTech in Electronics and Communication Engineering. This strong academic foundation, combined with research-focused expertise, positions her well for recognition.
- Research Experience: Her work as a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) at DRDO, Chandipur (2017-2018), where she contributed to significant advancements in wireless communication, demonstrates her hands-on experience in a highly technical environment. This practical research experience is invaluable in academia and industry.
- Publication Record: Parida has published 5 IEEE conference papers and 3 SCI journals, with two more journals expected soon. Her research work in wireless powered communication networks and other related fields is cutting-edge, demonstrating her contribution to the current technological advancements in communication engineering.
- Awards and Recognition: She has an Elite Silver Certificate in a Swayam course on “Principles of Signal Estimation for MIMO_ OFDM Wireless Communication”, showcasing her commitment to continuous learning and excellence in her field.
- Contributions to Academia and Community: Samparna has actively contributed to academic life, including working as an Environmental Secretary and volunteering for various events at NIT Rourkela. Her involvement in extracurricular activities such as music competitions and cultural events highlights her well-rounded personality, which is often an asset for any academic institution.
- Leadership and Teamwork: Her role as an Environmental Secretary in the student hall and her participation in organizing events shows her leadership abilities and teamwork skills—qualities essential for long-term success in academia or industry.
Areas for Improvement
- Broader Collaborations: While Samparna has a commendable publication record, expanding her research collaborations beyond her immediate institution or supervisor could further enhance her visibility and impact within the global research community. Engaging in international conferences, collaborative projects, and interdisciplinary work could open up new opportunities.
- Public Engagement: To further boost her academic profile, Samparna could focus on popularizing her research work through public lectures, workshops, or collaborations with industry, making complex topics more accessible to the general public.
- Post-PhD Transition: Since she is about to submit her PhD thesis, it would be beneficial for Samparna to begin exploring post-PhD career opportunities that would allow her to continue her academic work or transition to industry, where her expertise could be highly valued.
Experience
Samparna Parida has two years of teaching experience as a Junior Lecturer at NMIT Bhubaneswar (2012-2014), where she contributed to shaping future engineers. Her research career includes a Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) at ITR, DRDO, Chandipur from June 2017 to July 2018, where she gained valuable experience in communication systems. Currently, she is completing her PhD at NIT Rourkela, focusing on wireless communication. Over the years, she has also gained proficiency in MATLAB and various technical tools like Synopsys TCAD and Xilinx, which she has applied to her research. She is passionate about academia, aiming to contribute significantly to the field of wireless communication.
Research Focus
Samparna Parida’s research primarily focuses on wireless communication, specifically in the area of wireless-powered communication networks and their physical layer design. Her work explores outage probability estimation and optimal user selection in complex environments such as Nakagami-m fading channels. She has a deep interest in next-generation wireless technologies, including mmWave communication and cooperative networks. Through her doctoral research and publications, she aims to contribute to the development of efficient communication strategies for future wireless systems. Her work holds great promise for advancing 5G and beyond 5G communication technologies.
Publications
- Optimal user selection scheme in wireless powered downlink CNOMA communication under Nakagami-m fading channel
Parida, S., Kumar, P., Das, S.K. – Computers and Electrical Engineering, 2024, 120, 109839
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- Wireless Powered mmWave Cooperative Communication Network
Parida, S., Das, S.K. – Wireless Personal Communications, 2023, 129(4), pp. 2945–2957
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- Wireless Powered Microwave and mmWave based Communication Networks – A Survey
Parida, S., Majhi, S., Das, S.K. – Proceedings of the 5th International Conference on Inventive Computation Technologies, ICICT 2020, pp. 98–102, 9112435
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- G2A Communication Systems: A Survey on Evolving Enabling Technologies, Technical Challenges and Research Directions
Parida, S., Das, S.K. – International Conference on Emerging Trends in Information Technology and Engineering, ic-ETITE 2020, 9077917
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- Comparative assessment of DC/RF parameters of Metal gate and Metal Alloy gate based DG-MOS HFET
Parida, S., Mohanty, S.S. – 2018 International Conference on Applied Electromagnetics, Signal Processing and Communication, AESPC 2018, 9033405
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- Effect of Gate Engineering and Misalignment on the RF Performance of DG HFET
Parida, S., Mishra, M. – 2018 International Conference on Recent Innovations in Electrical, Electronics and Communication Engineering, ICRIEECE 2018, pp. 1501–1504, 9008881
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- Performance Analysis of Gate Engineered DGMOS-HFET using InP/InGaAs/InP Hetero structure and Effect of Misalignment on their Performance Parameters
Parida, S., Mohanty, S.S., Mishra, M. – 2018 International Conference on Recent Innovations in Electrical, Electronics and Communication Engineering, ICRIEECE 2018, pp. 1495–1500, 9009182
Conclusion
Samparna Parida has demonstrated significant academic and research potential in the field of wireless communication, with a robust educational background, noteworthy research output, leadership skills, and active participation in extracurricular activities. These qualities position her as an ideal candidate for the Research for Women Researcher Award. With a few improvements, particularly in broadening her collaborations and increasing public engagement, she has the potential to make even greater contributions to both academia and industry.