Ananya Mirchandani
Role: MSci Earth and Planetary Science with a Year Abroad
Subject area: Department of Earth Science and Engineering, Faculty of Engineering
Nationality: Indian
I am an Indian national currently enrolled on the MSci Earth and Planetary Science with a Year Abroad (expected graduation 2023). My research interests are geophysically inclined – however, I am looking to explore planetary specialised systems engineering during my year abroad.
Education
GCSE (or equivalent): International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme – Physics, Maths, Chemistry, Geography, Economics
A-level (or equivalent): IB Diploma – Higher: Physics, Maths, Geography; Standard: Chemistry, French, English Language and Literature; Theory of Knowledge, Geography Extended Essay
Degrees
• MSci Earth and Planetary Science (ongoing)
Detail about Ananya
![Research](https://pxl-imperialacuk.terminalfour.net/fit-in/720x462/prod01/channel_2/media/migration/be-inspired/poster-icons-big2_1623954183386_x4-18.jpg)
My research
During the summer of 2021, I will be doing a short research placement focusing on Transition to Zero Pollution. We are looking to develop a model that encourages zero-pollution and water sustainability in the mineral extraction industry.
![My inspiration](https://pxl-imperialacuk.terminalfour.net/fit-in/720x462/prod01/channel_2/media/migration/be-inspired/poster-icons-big3_1623954465101_x4-18.jpg)
My inspiration
In the summer of 2017, I was able to participate in an expedition under the guidance of Dr Ulyana Horodskyj where I studied climate and geology in Iceland. The ability to interact with the world around me while applying maths and physics principles was absolutely thrilling.
![My STEM hero](https://pxl-imperialacuk.terminalfour.net/fit-in/720x462/prod01/channel_2/media/migration/be-inspired/poster-icons-big4_1624275733685_x4-13.jpg)
Who is your STEM hero?
Inge Lehmann, the geophysicist known for discovering the molten inner core. Being fearless in curiosity, Inge's discovery encouraged a host of other developments in other fields.
![Seismograph readings](https://pxl-imperialacuk.terminalfour.net/fit-in/720x462/prod01/channel_2/media/migration/be-inspired/shutterstock-1949649778-seismometer_1625064040382_x4.jpg)
Most significant discovery/invention?
In geophysics, the seismometer. In planetary science, the Interferometric Synthetic Aperture Radar (InSAR). This has enabled us to monitor natural hazards such as earthquakes and volcanoes.
![Mars](https://pxl-imperialacuk.terminalfour.net/fit-in/720x462/prod01/channel_2/media/migration/be-inspired/shutterstock-508294351-mars_1625064219481_x4.jpg)
Career options after study
Research/academia, carbon analyst, sustainability consultant, data analyst, planetary mission administrator, seismologist, satellite operator, etc.
![A gathering of poeple](https://pxl-imperialacuk.terminalfour.net/fit-in/720x462/prod01/channel_2/media/migration/be-inspired/190530-george-yip-book-launch-007_1625064535819_x4.jpg)
My hobbies
I absolutely love bringing individuals together in ideation and thus have always been involved in organising a host of community societies and events. I also love hiking and dancing.