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What began with a child staring up at the night sky has become a journey into the physics of how stars and planets form.
Guided by curiosity, I explore the outer universe through research and computation, and find purpose in sharing those
discoveries through teaching and code. But to explore my inner universe, beyond the realms of science, I turn to music and sometimes to philosophy.
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                    <h2>Hello, I'm Prathap Rayalacheruvu</h2>
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                        I'm a researcher in <strong>astrophysics</strong>, studying the fascinating process
                        of star and planet formation. My work consists of observational data analysis,
                        computational astrochemical modeling, and spectroscopic analysis.
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                        But my interests don't stop at the edge of the cosmos. I'm equally passionate about
                        <strong>software development</strong> — building tools that make complex scientific
                        concepts accessible and interactive. Whether it's a Python pipeline for analyzing
                        spectral data or a web application for exploring musical scales,
                        I believe code can bring ideas and experiences to life.
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                        <strong>Teaching</strong> has always been a core part of who I am.
                        There's something magical about explaining concepts, ideas, and experiences
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                        When I'm not immersed in research or code, you'll find me with a guitar in hand,
                        exploring the intricate world of <strong>Indian classical music</strong>, or on
                        the badminton court, chasing that shuttlecock.
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                        Currently, I'm exploring opportunities to transition into the <strong>software industry</strong>
                        while maintaining my connection to scientific research and education. I believe the
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                    <h3>PhD Research in Astrophysics</h3>
                    <p>Deep dive into physical and chemical environnments of Molecular Clouds and Protostellar Systems, developing computational models and analyzing observational data.</p>
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                        <li>Star & Planet Formation</li>
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                    <p>Bhubaneswar, India — but always looking up at the same sky as everyone else.</p>
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                    <p>To build AI agents, and new ragas in Indian classical music.</p>
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                    <p><strong>A Brief History of Time</strong></p>
                    <p><strong>The Socrates Express</strong></p>
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