About Us
We at dhRuVa, the astrophysics club at RVCE, are a group of dedicated and passionate students. We engage in cutting-edge space research, including solar activity, exoplanet detection, black holes, and stellar life cycles.
Autonomous Institution Affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University, Bengaluru
Approved by AICTE, New Delhi, Accredited by NAAC, Bengaluru
Research Focus
Radio, optical, and data-driven astronomy combining theoretical and practical research
Publications
Regular articles and review papers contributing to global scientific community
Practical Work
Building telescopes, conducting radio observations, and analyzing astronomical data
Collaborations
Partnerships with educational institutions and participation in competitions
Achievements
Our stellar accomplishments in space research and astronomy
Research Excellence
3 of our abstracts were selected for the Global Space Exploration Conference (GLEX 2025) in New Delhi. The conference received 1300+ submissions from 57 countries, making it the highest number ever for an IAF Global Conference.
Radio Astronomy
We calibrated and integrated data from three different Radio telescopes to get larger datasets and more accurate results.
Data-Driven Astronomy
Successfully structured a dedicated Data-Driven Astronomy Research Sub-Vertical, focusing on deep-space astronomical analysis. Integrated LIGO data into our research workflow to enhance gravitational wave studies.
Project Objectives
High-altitude balloon mission to explore cosmic rays and atmospheric conductivity at 30km altitude
Explore Cosmic Rays at High Altitudes
Measure cosmic radiation at different altitudes to better understand its intensity and how it fluctuates with solar activity.
Identify Key Patterns
Investigate the expected peak in cosmic ray counts at 24km, due to reduced atmospheric absorption.
Contribute to Astrophysical Research
Provide valuable data for understanding cosmic rays' behavior in the upper atmosphere and beyond.
Timeline
Mission launch schedule
Project Launch
High-altitude balloon launch with cosmic ray detection payloads
Financial Projection
Complete budget breakdown for the cosmic ray detection mission
What We Need Your Help For
Essential resources required for mission success
Funds
Includes funding for materials and parts
Parts
Includes electronics components like microcontrollers etc.
Testing
Includes testing of the payload, i.e., vibration, load, stress testing, etc.
Materials
Includes materials for the building of the balloon etc.
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package for our valued sponsors
80G Certificate
Help in tax exemption benefits and achieve your CSR initiative needs
Media Presence
Will ensure endorsements and visibility across all team handles, printed media and all social media handles
Logo Placement
In accordance to the monetary support provided for the project, we will put the company logo on our team's merchandise, testing sites, etc.
Website Presence
We will ensure to mention your support for this project and also list as a key sponsor on our website teamdhruva.com
Sponsorship Tiers
Choose your level of partnership with Team Dhruva
Silver Tier
Up to ₹50k
- 80G certificate
- Brand endorsements across all social media handles
- Mention as one of the sponsors for this project on our website
Gold Tier
Above ₹50k
- All Silver tier benefits
- Logo printed on the merchandise of the team
- Brand exposure when we visit various events and competitions
Platinum Tier
Above ₹1L
- All Silver and Gold tier benefits
- Mention as one of the key contributors to the project
- Company banners at testing sites and launch site
- Banners at upcoming events organized by the club
Benefits from the team will be provided in every possible way based on the monetary value of your support
Contact Us
Connect with our team leads and sponsorship coordinators
Aryan Acharya
Project Lead
+91 96868 38063
Khushi
Project Lead
+91 93243 96168
Shrirang Pai
Sponsorship POC
+91 91334 39471
