Kashmir Pen News Desk
Sopore, Jan 7: A young aerospace engineer from Sopore in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district is making waves in global scientific circles. Munaf-ul-Raqeeb, who holds a B.Tech in Aerospace Engineering, has received international recognition for his pioneering work on black holes and cosmology.
In an exclusive interview, Raqeeb said his paper on the thermodynamics of black holes has been published in the International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR). “About a year ago, I conducted research on the gravity of black holes and cosmology, which has now been published in IJSR,” he said.
Since its publication, the Sopore researcher has been invited to take part in scientific dialogues and collaborations in several countries. He is scheduled to present at an international conference in Paris on April 16, followed by engagements in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, and other global forums.
Black Holes, Thermodynamics & A Scientific Paradox
Raqeeb’s work tackles a central puzzle in astrophysics: the apparent contradiction between black hole mechanics and the laws of thermodynamics, particularly with regard to entropy.
“If we observe a black hole, it seems to contradict thermodynamic principles,” he explained.
Using the theoretical frameworks of Anti-de Sitter space (AdS) and Conformal Field Theory (CFT), his research proposes a model that reconciles these concepts. “In this paper, I have explained how a black hole can function without violating thermodynamic laws,” he noted.
‘A Proud Moment for Sopore’
Describing the recognition as both personal and symbolic, Raqeeb said, “It is a proud moment for me to represent my state, especially Sopore, on an international platform.”
He credited his family for nurturing his aspirations. “Astrophysics was my childhood dream, and my grandfather encouraged me immensely,” he said. After his grandfather’s passing during the Covid-19 pandemic, his parents continued to support his academic journey.
Raqeeb cleared the JEE and later the AME-CET entrance exam, securing admission in aerospace engineering at the Nasik Research Centre. “My parents not only supported me morally but created an environment where I could pursue my dreams freely,” he said.
He urged families to guide and encourage their children. “Just as my parents supported me, it is the responsibility of all parents to help their children pursue their dreams.”
Offering advice to the youth, he added, “Young people should avoid wrong practices. They must dream of a beautiful tomorrow but work hard today to make their parents proud.”
