Debdeep Bhattacharyya
Fakir Mohan University, GarudaUAV, Berhampur University, Jogesh Chandra Chaudhuri College
About
Debdeep Bhattacharyya is a dedicated scholar in the field of Geography, currently pursuing his Ph.D. at Fakir Mohan University, Balasore. With a strong academic foundation, he holds an M.Sc. in Natural Resources Management and Geoinformatics and a B.Sc. in Geography. His academic journey is further distinguished by clearing the UGC NET examination in Geography twice, underscoring his expertise in the subject.
Debdeep's doctoral research, titled "Forecasting Lightning Strikes: Enhancing Accuracy with High-Resolution Models and Machine Learning in Odisha," is conducted in collaboration with the National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC) and with support from IITM Pune. This innovative project combines advanced geospatial techniques and machine learning to improve lightning forecasting accuracy, addressing a critical environmental and societal challenge.
His research interests extend to climatic studies, coastal change dynamics, the impact of cyclones, vegetation cover change, shoreline analysis, and lightning studies. During his postgraduate studies, Debdeep co-authored five research papers published in reputed journals and contributed to a book chapter, reflecting his strong inclination toward scholarly pursuits.
Debdeep's technical proficiency in GIS, remote sensing, satellite image interpretation, ArcGIS, and QGIS, along with his practical experience from a three-month internship at GarudaUAV, highlights his comprehensive skill set. In recognition of his innovative research, he was honored with the Best Poster Award in the Physical Science category at the Odisha Research Conclave 2024, selected among 202 independent scholar posters from across the state.
Beyond academics, Debdeep actively shares his knowledge through his YouTube channel, "Dawn of Geospatial World," which aims to teach geospatial techniques to a global audience. His dedication to research and education positions him as a promising contributor to the academic and professional geography community.
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Employment
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GarudaUAV Intern2023 - 2023
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Fakir Mohan University PhD Research Scholar
Education
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Fakir Mohan University PhD2024 - Present
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Berhampur University Masters of Science2020 - 2022
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Jogesh Chandra Chaudhuri College Bachelors of Science2018 - 2020
Projects & Funding
Projects & funding information is unavailable.
Publications (12)
- Geospatial analysis of Cyclone Remal's impact on the Sundarbans Biosphere Reserve: Insights into vegetation loss, shoreline changes, and flooding dynamics Save
- Coastal futures at risk: Adaptive coastal management and policy insights from sea-level rise and shoreline change in West Bengal, India Save
- Analyzing lightning strikes and fatalities during extreme events: a new framework for localized risk reduction in Odisha, India Save
- Assessing shoreline dynamics and human impacts on horseshoe crab habitats along the Balasore coast, India Save
- Lightning in South Asia: Patterns, Impacts, and Regional Vulnerabilities Save
- Forecasting shoreline dynamics and land use/land cover changes in Balukhand-Konark Wildlife Sanctuary (India) using geospatial techniques and machine learning Save
- Rapid impact assessment of severe cyclone storm Michaung along coastal zones of Andhra and Tamil Nadu, India: A geospatial analysis Save
- Air Quality Monitoring Using Geospatial Technology: A Bibliometric Analysis (1998–2021) Save
- Impact assessment of Cyclone Yaas on the mangrove forest area in the Bhitarkanika National Park (India) Save
- Deciphering the impact of anthropogenic coastal infrastructure on shoreline dynamicity along Gopalpur coast of Odisha (India): An integrated assessment with geospatial and field-based approaches Save