Denzil Couto

Scientific Officer - D at Atomic Minerals Directorate For Exploration And Research
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(386) 825-5501
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Jaipur, IN

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Experience

    • India
    • Research Services
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • Scientific Officer - D
      • Jul 2020 - Present

      Jaipur, Rajasthan, India - Modelled complex uranium ore bodies by integrating surface, sub-surface geological and geophysical data which helped in devising further exploration strategies. - Worked as a team member in 4 evaluation core drilling assignments for the augmentation of additional resources in blocks adjacent to the mining block. - Conducted 10+ outreach workshops and exhibitions for creating interest and awareness among local residents regarding nuclear energy. - Analysed soil and groundwater samples… Show more - Modelled complex uranium ore bodies by integrating surface, sub-surface geological and geophysical data which helped in devising further exploration strategies. - Worked as a team member in 4 evaluation core drilling assignments for the augmentation of additional resources in blocks adjacent to the mining block. - Conducted 10+ outreach workshops and exhibitions for creating interest and awareness among local residents regarding nuclear energy. - Analysed soil and groundwater samples around uranium deposits to monitor groundwater quality. - Communicated findings and recommendations in monthly, annual reports and presentations.

    • Scientific Officer - C
      • Aug 2017 - Jun 2020

      Jaipur Area, India - Responsible for the execution of various stages of exploration, from detailed geological surveys, borehole planning to ore reserve estimation in Gujarat and Rajasthan, India. - Worked in various types of uranium deposits such as Surficial type (Churu District, Rajasthan), Metasomatite type (Sikar district, Rajasthan), Sandstone type (Jaisalmer basin, Rajasthan & Wadhwan basin, Gujarat). - Developed expertise in various geospatial and modeling software, such as AutoCAD, ArcGIS, ENVI… Show more - Responsible for the execution of various stages of exploration, from detailed geological surveys, borehole planning to ore reserve estimation in Gujarat and Rajasthan, India. - Worked in various types of uranium deposits such as Surficial type (Churu District, Rajasthan), Metasomatite type (Sikar district, Rajasthan), Sandstone type (Jaisalmer basin, Rajasthan & Wadhwan basin, Gujarat). - Developed expertise in various geospatial and modeling software, such as AutoCAD, ArcGIS, ENVI, Rockworks, Surfer, and SPSS, for data visualization, interpretation, and ore reserve estimation. - Planned and conducted ~450 sq. km of reconnoitory and detailed geological and radio-elemental mapping and ~47,000m of systematic core drilling for the augmentation of uranium resources.

    • Trainee Scientific Officer
      • Aug 2016 - Jul 2017

      Hyderabad, Telangana, India - Underwent extensive practical training in uranium exploration, airborne & ground geophysics, nuclear physics & nuclear fuel cycle, analytical techniques, drilling & mining operations, mineral processing and rare metal, rare earth elements & beach sand exploration. - Awarded the Homi Bhabha Prize (Gold Medal) for securing first rank in geology discipline of Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) Training School.

    • India
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Department Sports Coordinator
      • Jul 2015 - Mar 2016

      Mumbai, Maharashtra, India - Represented the Department of Earth Sciences in the Institute PG Sports Council. - Ensured participation of postgraduates of the department in PG General Championships. - Conducted and publicized PG Sports-related activities in the Institute.

    • Program Intern, Global Business Forum
      • Oct 2015 - Oct 2015

      Goa, India Global Business Forum (an IITB Alumni Association initiative) - Mobilizing sponsors and investors for the event; net worth INR 50 million - Assisted in conceptualizing and scheduling the 3-day event as a part of the Program Committee - Initial assessment of 100+ technical and start-up pitches submitted by the innovators

    • Founder and Overall Co-ordinator, Protolith
      • Oct 2015 - Oct 2015

      Mumbai, Maharashtra, India - Responsible for envisioning, conceptualizing, and materializing the 1st edition of protolith, a technical symposium organized by students of Department of Earth Sciences, IIT Bombay - Managed a team of 15 managers and 40 assistant managers - Managed a footfall of 500+ delegates during the event - Since its first edition in 2015, it has been held as a biennial symposium.

    • Summer Intern
      • Jun 2015 - Jul 2015

      Mumbai Area, India Operations & Business Development. Worked with an IIT Bombay start-up, delineated and targeted potential markets, strategized ways for proper outreach of the product. Optimized cost of publicity & marketing along with devising & testing ways to market the product in schools & preschools. Brought 15 potential clients on-board.

    • Assistant Manager (Events), SPICMACAY International Convention 2015
      • Jun 2015 - Jun 2015

      Mumbai, Maharashtra, India - Managed 40+ workshops catering to 1500+ delegates for 7 days. - Managed concerts of eminent classical artists.

    • India
    • Mining
    • 200 - 300 Employee
    • Summer Trainee
      • May 2015 - May 2015

      Nagpur Area, India Underwent practical training in surface & underground geological mapping. Exposed to exploration techniques, sampling & diamond drilling, development & mining methodologies. Evaluated mining techniques and prospecting criteria.

    • India
    • Construction
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Project Intern
      • Dec 2014 - Jan 2015

      Chennai Area, India Worked as an engineering geologist in association with the nuclear design team to perform geological and geotechnical surveys, and foundation analysis related to the Kakrapar Atomic Power Project, Gujarat.

Education

  • Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay
    Master of Science (M.Sc.), Applied Geology
    2014 - 2016
  • St. Xavier's College
    Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Geology/Earth Science, General
    2011 - 2014
  • Homi Bhabha National Institute
    Master of Technology - MTech, Exploration Geosciences
    2016 - 2018

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