Interview with Dr. Rajeev Kini
Dr Rajeev Kini talks fondly about his childhood and where it all began for him in an interview
hosted by Into Their Minds, IISER Thiruvananthapuram. He currently works as an associate
professor at the School of Physics, IISER Thiruvananthapuram. Answering a question on the
beginning of his journey to where he is now, he says that he was blessed with understanding
and supportive parents. He was very interested in science as a child, particularly physics and
mathematics. His parents did not force him to try for engineering or medical entrance
exams but allowed him to pursue his real interests. Looking back, he thoughtfully comments
that he was quite fortunate in that aspect, compared to the other children he grew up with,
who were compelled to choose a career they may not have wanted. That began his unique
journey of study and research, culminating in his heading the Ultrafast and Terahertz
Spectroscopy lab at IISER Thiruvananthapuram since 2010.