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The Earth Sciences Department research projects at the Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar involve rigorous investigations into the physical processes and patterns of the Earth’s surface and subsurface, systematically leveraging diverse data sources and methodologies to generate solutions that advance scientific knowledge and contribute significantly to societal and environmental well-being.
Methodologies and Data Acquisition
Satellite Imagery: Utilization of advanced remote sensing techniques.
Numerical Modeling: Application of computational simulations to complex Earth phenomena.
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Field Experiments: Execution of on-site investigations for empirical data collection.
Specific Research Endeavors and Practical Applications
Developing and implementing predictive geomorphic models and tools for sustainable riverine system management, assessment of flood risk & enhancement of water security.
Investigating the influence of topography, climate, and anthropogenic activities on surface groundwater hydrological dynamics, development of ravine landscapes & identification and mitigation of riverine hazards. Systematic exploration of the genetic morphological classification pertinent to the Peninsular rivers. Investigation into the variability of sediment routing processes within the Northwestern Himalayan region.
Funding and Institutional Support
Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO)
Department of Science & Technology (DST)
Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES)
Ministry of Human Resource and Development (MHRD)
Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR)
IndiaPaired Early Career Research Fellowship in Applied Research
National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR)
International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD)
Wheels India Niswarth Foundation (WIN)
Science & Engineering Research Board (SERB)
Societal and Environmental Contributions
The Earth Science research conducted at IIT Gandhinagar is strategically aligned to provide critical solutions for enhancing energy sustainability, mitigating the impacts of natural disasters & facilitating adaptation to climate change.