About

Hi! I’m Kanchan, a researcher working in the field of Gravitational-Wave Astrophysics and Astronomy. My research focuses on understanding the population of compact binary systems through gravitational-wave observations using the LIGO-Virgo interferometers. I am also interested in probing cosmological questions through multimessenger observations.

Currently, I am a postdoctoral researcher in the Center for Gravitational Waves Astronomy and Astrophysics at Syracuse University. In the past, I completed my Ph.D. in the Gravitational Wave Astrophysics group of IUCAA. My doctorate thesis was prepared under the supervision of Prof. Sanjit Mitra.

Academic Worldline

Research

Gravitational Wave from compact binary mergers

Gravitational-wave astronomy is rapidly transforming our understanding of the Universe. Since LIGO’s first detection in 2015[1], we’ve observed signals from nearly a hundred mergers of black holes and neutron stars—compact, ultra-dense objects spiraling together and emitting ripples in spacetime. With the ongoing fourth observing run (O4), detections are becoming routine, offering not just individual discoveries but insight into the broader population of these binaries. As the catalog grows, so does our ability to probe how these extreme systems form, evolve, and shape their cosmic environments.

Gravitational Waves

My research involves developing advanced techniques for detecting and analyzing gravitational waves from compact binary mergers. This includes improving template-based search methods and exploring new algorithms for data analysis.

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Publications

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Outreach

I am passionate about science communication and outreach. You can find more about my outreach activities here.

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