Mr. Himanshu Sekhar Panda | VR in Arts & Media | Research Excellence Award

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur | India

Himanshu Sekhar Panda is a dedicated and accomplished researcher and academician specializing in Economics with a focus on Econometrics. Currently pursuing a PhD at IIT Kharagpur, he has a strong educational foundation with a B.A. in Economics from Khaira Degree College, and both M.A. and M.Phil. degrees in Analytical and Applied Economics from Utkal University, Odisha. He has consistently demonstrated academic excellence, having qualified the National Eligibility Test (NET) for Assistant Professor three times and secured high ranks in the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) exams, most recently achieving AIR‑91 in 2023. Himanshu possesses robust technical skills, including proficiency in SPSS, STATA, R, Python, and a Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Applications, which complement his analytical and research capabilities. His scholarly contributions include publications in reputed journals on topics such as catastrophic health expenditure, non-performing assets, ecological footprints, CO₂ emissions inequality, and the impact of geopolitical tensions on trade and renewable energy. He has presented his research at prominent international conferences, including IIT Bhubaneswar, IRMA Anand, Cambridge UK, and Madrid, Spain, often recognized as best international conference presentations by IIT Kharagpur. Alongside his academic pursuits, Himanshu has professional experience as a Subject Matter Expert in Economics for Chegg and Bartleby, where he has honed his ability to communicate complex economic concepts effectively. He is known for his strong problem-solving abilities, adaptability, and collaborative spirit, with a passion for continuous learning and tackling challenging tasks. Beyond his professional life, he enjoys listening to music, playing cricket, reading, and engaging in social interactions. Fluent in Odia, Hindi, and English, Himanshu combines rigorous analytical expertise with effective communication, a commitment to knowledge dissemination, and a drive to contribute meaningfully to both academia and the broader field of economic research.

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