Early Academic Pursuits :

He embarked on his academic journey with a strong foundation in the sciences. Graduating with a Bachelor's degree in Physics (Hons.), Chemistry, and Mathematics, he showcased a keen interest in understanding the fundamental aspects of the physical world. His pursuit continued with a Master's degree in Applied Physics, focusing on various fields such as Classical Mechanics, Electromagnetic Theory, and Quantum Mechanics. These formative years laid the groundwork for his future in-depth exploration of theoretical physics.

Professional Endeavors :

Joining the esteemed Prabhat Kumar College as an Assistant Professor marked the initiation of His professional career in academia. With over a decade of dedicated teaching experience in both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, he imparted knowledge in diverse subjects spanning Mechanics, Quantum Mechanics, Statistical Mechanics, and Mathematical Physics. His commitment extended to contributing significantly to the Department of Physics, enriching the academic landscape and nurturing young minds.

Contributions and Research Focus in Physics and Astronomy:

His research expertise primarily centers on Gravitation & Cosmology. His Ph.D. thesis, titled "Some Studies in Emergent Gravity and K-Essence," delved into canonical and non-canonical theories of gravity and cosmology, exploring topics such as Black Hole Physics, Dark Energy, Modified Gravity, and Cosmology. His research interests encompass a wide spectrum, including gravitational collapse, quantum effects in curved spacetime, loop quantum cosmology, among others. These endeavors reflect his multidisciplinary approach to understanding the complexities of the universe.

Accolades and Recognition :

Throughout his academic and research journey, Dr. Manna has received notable recognition for his outstanding contributions. Notably, he was honored with the CSIR Fellowship in 2009-10 and was bestowed with the Indo Asian Education Excellence Award in 2022 for his exceptional work in Gravitation and Cosmology by REd Talks International: Ratna Prasad Multidisciplinary Research and Educational Society.

Impact and Influence :

As a dedicated educator and researcher, His influence resonates within academic circles, particularly in the field of Physics and Gravitation. His membership in prestigious professional organizations like the Indian Association for General Relativity and Gravitation (IAGRG) and Indian Association of Physics Teachers (IAPT) underscores his commitment to staying connected with the academic community, fostering collaboration, and contributing to the advancement of theoretical physics.

Legacy and Future Contributions :

Notable Publications :

• The Hawking temperature in the context of dark energy
• The Hawking temperature in the context of dark energy for Reissner–Nordstrom and Kerr background
• The Hawking temperature in the context of dark energy for Kerr–Newman and Kerr–Newman–AdS backgrounds
• Gravitational collapse for the K-essence emergent Vaidya spacetime
• Thermodynamics for the k-essence emergent Reissner–Nordstrom–de Sitter spacetime
• Collapsing scenario for the k-essence emergent generalized Vaidya spacetime in the context of massive gravity's rainbow
• gravity in the context of dark energy with power law expansion and energy conditions
• Cosmology in presence of dark energy in an emergent gravity scenario