Overview

The Sun exhibits differential rotation, with rotation rates varying with latitude and atmospheric height, playing a key role in solar magnetism and activity. This talk presents an overview of differential rotation in the solar atmosphere using observational data (NASA’s SDO, STEREO) and feature-tracking techniques. The analysis highlights latitude-dependent rotation patterns across different atmospheric layers and demonstrates the use of modern data-driven methods. The study underscores the importance of differential rotation in understanding solar dynamics and space weather, while also illustrating its value for research training, student motivation, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

2025-12-20_JaidevSharma_Diff_Rot.pdf

Objectives of Event

1. To strengthen faculty research by promoting advanced observational, computational, and data-driven techniques in the study of solar atmospheric differential rotation.
2. To motivate students through hands-on exposure to real satellite observations and modern tools such as image processing, AI/ML, and scientific programming.
3. To enhance students’ understanding of solar dynamics, space weather, and their broader impact on the Heliospheric and Earth’s environment.
4. To encourage interdisciplinary collaboration among physics, data science, and computational research groups, leading to quality publications and funded research projects.
5. To enhance the university’s academic visibility and reputation through national and international collaborations in solar and space science research.

Convener Details

• Prof. Ashok Kumar, Head, Center for AI in Medicine, Imaging & Forensics, Sharda University, ashok.kumar6@sharda.ac.in, 8294600356

Co-ordinators:

Speaker Details:

• Dr. Jaidev Sharma Assistant Professor Department of Physics & Member CAIMIF, jaidev.sharma@sharda.ac.in