Mr. Suraj Maurya | Soil Erosion | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Suraj Maurya, NIOS, Ministry of Education, India

Suraj Kumar Maurya is a Training Officer at the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS), Ministry of Education, Government of India, and a Ph.D. scholar specializing in soil erosion estimation. With over 15 years of experience, his research focuses on the impacts of land use and climate variability on soil degradation, hydrological modeling, and disaster risk mitigation. He has published in SCOPUS-indexed journals and presented at international conferences. His expertise includes GIS and remote sensing applications, climate change assessment, and environmental impact studies, contributing significantly to advancing geospatial technologies in environmental science.

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Summary:

Mr. Suraj Kumar Maurya has made valuable contributions to soil conservation research, particularly regarding indigenous practices in Himachal Pradesh, India. His work aligns with sustainability goals and could be useful in shaping environmental policies. While his research is promising, expanding citations, increasing interdisciplinary projects, and engaging in high-impact funding or international collaborations would enhance his profile.

🎓 Education

Suraj Kumar Maurya is a Ph.D. scholar with extensive academic training in soil science, geography, and environmental management. His expertise spans soil erosion estimation, climate variability, and hydrological modeling.

💼Experience

With over 15 years of professional experience, he has transitioned from a Geography Teacher to a Training Officer at the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS), Ministry of Education, Government of India. His role involves curriculum development in GIS and remote sensing, alongside active engagement in soil erosion and climate change research.

🔬Research Focus

His research primarily centers on soil erosion estimation in the Western Himalayas, assessing the impacts of land use and climate change on soil degradation. His contributions extend to hydrological modeling, flood risk assessment, wastewater management, and environmental impact studies. He has published in SCOPUS-indexed journals and actively contributes to advancing geospatial applications in environmental science.

🛠️Skills

His skill set includes GIS and remote sensing applications, hydrological and flood modeling, environmental impact assessments, disaster risk mitigation, wastewater management, and climate change analysis. He is proficient in geospatial technology and data-driven environmental research.

🏆Awards

He has successfully completed the Australia Awards Climate Change and Water Short Course and has received recognition at multiple international conferences, including the European Geosciences Union General Assembly and the International Conference on Soil Amendments in Dryland Agro-Ecosystems.

Publications

  • Perceptions and practices of indigenous soil conservation measures in Beas Valley, Himachal Pradesh, India.
  • Maurya, S.K., Kumar, Suraj, Singh, V., Vartika, Chand, K., Kesar, Mishra, P.K., Prabuddh Kumar
  • 2024

Conclusion:

Mr. Suraj Kumar Maurya is a commendable researcher, further achievements in research impact, funding, and global collaboration would strengthen his candidacy for the Best Researcher Award. He has a solid foundation but needs greater visibility and diversified contributions to stand out at an international level.

Suraj Maurya | Soil Erosion | Best Researcher Award