MISS. KIRTISUTA BHOI WON NOBEL RESEARCH AWARD IN THE FIELD OF IMPACT OF CLIMATE CHANGE ON HYDROLOGY AND WATER RESOURCES

BY SCIENTIFIC LAURELS Impact of Climate change on Hydrology and Water Resources INDIA

Miss. Kirtisuta Bhoi is an Assistant Professor specializing in the dynamic effects of climate change on hydrology and water resources. Her research focuses on sustainable management and conservation practices, addressing pressing global challenges related to water systems and climate variability.

Research Interests

Her work emphasizes understanding the interplay between climate change and water systems, with a particular focus on hydrological cycles, resource availability, and distribution. Her goal is to contribute to the development of sustainable strategies for water resources management under changing climatic conditions.

Significant Achievements

  • Journal Publication: "Drought Assessment in the Tel River Basin Using Standardised Precipitation Index (SPI) and Standardised Precipitation Evapotranspiration Index (SPEI)"—a study contributing valuable insights to drought analysis in regional hydrology.
  • Conference Presentation: "Analysis and Forecasting of Meteorological Drought in Upper Mahanadi River Basin Using SPI and ARIMA in R"—presented at a significant conference, advancing the understanding of drought forecasting methods.
  • Research Project:
    • Rivers of World Foundation (ROW) Project: A two-year funded project (Rs. 72,000/-) focused on surveying ponds to enhance water resources management strategies.
  • Postgraduate Guidance: Successfully guided 7 postgraduate students over the past five years, fostering the next generation of researchers in environmental science and hydrology.

Additional Contributions

  • Workshops Conducted: Organized 2 workshops, sharing knowledge and practical insights on climate and water resource management.
  • Faculty Development Program (FDP): Conducted 1 FDP, focusing on advanced topics in hydrology and climate research methodologies.

Award Recognition

Miss. Kirtisuta Bhoi is a recipient of the Nobel Research Award at Scientific Laurels, recognizing her exceptional contributions to the fields of climate change and water resource management. This prestigious accolade highlights her dedication to advancing scientific knowledge and her consistent research output.