Assoc Prof Dr. Krishna Kishore Osuri | Atmospheric Science | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor at Atmospheric Science, National Institute of Technology Rourkela, India

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🏆 The awards and recognitions, including the First Place in the Poster Award at the University of Stavanger, underscore the impact of your research and the high regard it holds in the academic community.

Professional Profiles:

Education:

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Krishna Kishore Osuri has a diverse academic background with a Ph.D. in Atmospheric Science from Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, India, completed in 2012. He also holds a Master of Technology in Atmospheric Sciences (M.Tech) and a Master of Science in Meteorology (M.Sc) from Andhra University, completed in 2006 and 2004, respectively. Additionally, he has a Bachelor of Science degree from C.S.R. Sarma College, Ongole, Andhra Pradesh, India, completed in 2002, and completed his Intermediate and S.S.C from A.K.V.K. Jr. College and G.V.S. High School, Ongole, Andhra Pradesh, India, in 1999 and 1997, respectively. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Krishna Kishore Osuri has a Ph.D. in Atmospheric Science from Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, India, completed in 2012. He also holds a Master of Technology in Atmospheric Sciences (M.Tech) and a Master of Science in Meteorology (M.Sc) from Andhra University, completed in 2006 and 2004, respectively. Additionally, he has a Bachelor of Science degree from C.S.R. Sarma College, Ongole, Andhra Pradesh, India, completed in 2002, and completed his Intermediate and S.S.C from A.K.V.K. Jr. College and G.V.S. High School, Ongole, Andhra Pradesh, India, in 1999 and 1997, respectively.

Research Interest:

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Krishna Kishore Osuri specializes in several areas of atmospheric science and meteorology. His research focuses on numerical weather prediction of extreme weather events such as tropical cyclones, severe thunderstorms, and monsoon depressions. He is also involved in preparing high-resolution reanalysis by assimilating different sources of observational data into model initial conditions for improved predictions of extreme weather events. Additionally, Dr. Osuri’s work includes studying the role of land surface processes in weather forecasting and using land data assimilation techniques to improve land surface forcing in numerical models. His research also extends to climate studies on extreme weather events, contributing to a better understanding of these phenomena.

Professional Recognitions:

Dr. Krishna Kishore Osuri has a diverse academic and professional background in atmospheric science. He completed his Ph.D. in Atmospheric Science from Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, India, in 2012, with a dissertation titled “Numerical prediction of tropical cyclones over the North Indian Ocean: Impact of 3DVAR mesoscale data assimilation.” Prior to his Ph.D., he obtained a Master of Technology in Atmospheric Sciences from Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, India, in 2006, and a Bachelor of Science in Physics, Maths, and Chemistry from C.S.R. Sarma College, Ongole, Andhra Pradesh, India, in 2002. Dr. Osuri also holds a Master of Science in Meteorology from Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, India, where he was awarded the Dr. D.W. Desai Gold medal for being the topper in the university. Throughout his career, Dr. Osuri has been involved in various research and academic activities related to numerical weather prediction and climate studies. He has conducted research on extreme weather events such as tropical cyclones, severe thunderstorms, and monsoon depressions. His work has focused on improving predictions of these events by preparing high-resolution reanalysis through assimilation of observational data into model initial conditions. He has also contributed to understanding the role of land surface processes in weather forecasting and has worked on land data assimilation for better land surface forcing to numerical models. Dr. Osuri has participated in several international projects and workshops, including serving as a visiting scientist at the Hurricane Research Division (HRD), Atlantic Oceanic Meteorological Laboratory (AOML), NOAA, and the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), NASA, USA. He has also been a resource person for training programs and workshops organized by international organizations such as the United Nations University and the SAARC Meteorological Regional Centre (SMRC).

Work Experience:

Dr. Krishna Kishore Osuri is an expert in numerical weather prediction, focusing on extreme weather events like tropical cyclones, severe thunderstorms, and monsoon depressions. He specializes in preparing high-resolution reanalysis by assimilating various observational data sources to improve predictions of these events. His research also delves into the impact of land surface processes on weather forecasting and land data assimilation for numerical models. Dr. Osuri has contributed to climate studies on extreme weather events, enhancing understanding in this critical area. His professional experience includes roles as a JRF, Project Associate, and Project Scientist at the Centre for Atmospheric Sciences (CAS), Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi. He also served as a Sr. Project Scientist at the School of Earth Ocean and Climate Sciences, IIT Bhubaneswar. Dr. Osuri has been an Assistant Professor at the Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, NIT Rourkela, from July 2015 to February 2023, and he currently holds the position of Associate Professor in the same department since March 2023. Dr. Osuri has also contributed to various international research and training programs, further showcasing his expertise and commitment to advancing meteorology and climate science.

Awards:

Dr. Krishna Kishore Osuri has received several prestigious awards and honors for his outstanding contributions to meteorology and atmospheric sciences. In 2004, he was awarded the Dr. D. W. Desai Gold Medal and the Sri N. Malanchathen Philip Memorial Prize from Andhra University, recognizing him as the university topper in M.Sc Meteorology. In 2016, Dr. Osuri received the IMS (Indian Meteorological Society) Award for the year 2013-14 in the “Modeling study on Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences” category. This award was granted for his paper titled “Improvement of Monsoon Depressions Forecast with Assimilation of Indian DWR Data using WRF-3DVAR Analysis System”. Furthermore, Dr. Osuri was honored with the IMS Award on Application of Satellite data and Remote Sensing in Meteorology (formerly known as the P Krishna Rao Award) for his paper titled “Impact of INSAT-3D/3DR Radiance Data Assimilation in Predicting Tropical Cyclone Titli Over the Bay of Bengal”. Recently, in 2023, Dr. Osuri was selected for the Fred L. and Frances J. Oliver Lectureship in Texas Hydrology and Water Resources at the Jackson School of Geosciences at the University of Texas at Austin, highlighting his exceptional achievements and recognition in the field.

Publications:

Customization of WRF-ARW model with physical parameterization schemes for the simulation of tropical cyclones over North Indian Ocean
- Authors: KK Osuri, UC Mohanty, A Routray, MA Kulkarni, M Mohapatra
- Citations: 174
- Year: 2012
Assessment of the Weather Research and Forecasting (WRF) model for simulation of extreme rainfall events in the upper Ganga Basin
- Authors: I Chawla, KK Osuri, PP Mujumdar, D Niyogi
- Citations: 124
- Year: 2018
Real-time track prediction of tropical cyclones over the North Indian Ocean using the ARW model
- Authors: KK Osuri, UC Mohanty, A Routray, M Mohapatra, D Niyogi
- Citations: 118
- Year: 2013
Simulation of Bay of Bengal Tropical Cyclones with WRF Model: Impact of Initial and Boundary Conditions
- Authors: UC Mohanty, KK Osuri, A Routray, M Mohapatra, S Pattanayak
- Citations: 100
- Year: 2010
Simulation of heavy rainfall events over Indian monsoon region using WRF-3DVAR data assimilation system
- Authors: A Routray, UC Mohanty, D Niyogi, SRH Rizvi, KK Osuri
- Citations: 93
- Year: 2010
The impact of satellite-derived wind data assimilation on track, intensity and structure of tropical cyclones over the North Indian Ocean
- Authors: KK Osuri, UC Mohanty, A Routray, M Mohapatra
- Citations: 87
- Year: 2012
Improved prediction of Bay of Bengal tropical cyclones through assimilation of Doppler weather radar observations
- Authors: KK Osuri, UC Mohanty, A Routray, D Niyogi
- Citations: 80
- Year: 2015
Impact of Doppler weather radar data on numerical forecast of Indian monsoon depressions
- Authors: A Routray, UC Mohanty, SRH Rizvi, D Niyogi, KK Osuri, D Pradhan
- Citations: 78
- Year: 2010

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Dr. Alphonse Kayiranga : Leading Researcher in Remote sensing

Special research assistant-Postdoctoral fellow at Remote sensing , Xinjiang Institute of Ecology and Geography, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China

Your remarkable academic journey, extensive research contributions, and dedication to the field of psychology are truly commendable. Your wealth of knowledge and diverse skill set reflect a deep commitment to understanding and addressing critical issues such as bullying, inclusion, and socialization.

🔬 Your successful completion of a PhD in Psychology, along with the numerous advanced courses and workshops, showcases your continuous pursuit of excellence and expertise in your field.

Professional Profiles:

Key Qualification 🌐🌿📊

Skilled in remote sensing and geo-informatics applications in ecohydrology and landscape monitoring and management. Currently working on modeling land and atmosphere interactions, specifically modeling the eco-hydro-climate characteristics using different process-based models; Remote sensing, in-situ observations, and reanalyzed datasets; and Geo-Informatics techniques. Skilled also in computer programming using various languages and machine learning such as Python, R for data science, and Google Earth Engine (GEE).

Current Position 📅🔍

Special Research Assistant (July 2022-Present): Xinjiang Institute of Ecology and Geography, Chinese Academy of Sciences (XIEG-CAS). State Key Laboratory of Desert and Oasis Ecology. Conducting Eco-hydrological research in the Aral Sea basin.
Previous Experience 🌍🖥️

Research Assistant (Sep 2018 – Jul 2022): Institute of Geographic Sciences and Natural Resources Research, Chinese Academy of Sciences (IGSNRR-CAS). Key Laboratory of Resource and Environmental Information System. Worked on modeling land and atmosphere interactions, focusing on ecohydro-climate characteristics using different process-based models.

Graduate Studies (Sep 2014 – Jun 2017): Xinjiang Institute of Ecology and Geography, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China. Master of Science in Cartography and Geographic Information System (GIS). Specialization: GIS and Remote Sensing applications.

Assistant Lecturer (Jul 2017 – Feb 2022): Faculty of Environmental Studies and Faculty of Computing and Information Technology at the University of Lay Adventist of Kigali (UNILAK-Rwanda).

International Engagements ✈️🌐

Participated in various international workshops, seminars, and conferences: Including the October 19th-30th, 2020 International training workshop on earth observation for sustainable development in developing countries organized by AOGEO at Beijing.

Academic Achievements and Publications 🎓📚

2017: Awarded the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (UCAS) excellent international student.
2016: Awarded the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (UCAS) excellent international graduate.

Selected Publications 📖🌐

Title: Anthropogenic activities and the influence of desertification processes on the water cycle and water use in the Aral Sea basin (2024, Journal of Hydrology: Regional Studies)
Title: Anthropogenic activities dominated tropical forest carbon balance in two contrary ways over the Greater Mekong Subregion in the 21st century (2023, Global Change Biology)
Title: Spatiotemporal Variation in Gross Primary Productivity and Their Responses to Climate in the Great Lakes Region of Sub-Saharan Africa during 2001–2020 (2022, Sustainability)
Title: Spatiotemporal variations of forest ecohydrological characteristics in the Lancang-Mekong region during 1992-2016 and 2020-2099 under different climate scenarios (2021, Agricultural and Forest Meteorology)
Title: Water Use Efficiency-Based Multiscale Assessment of Ecohydrological Resilience to Ecosystem Shifts Over the Continent of Africa During 1992–2015 (2020, Journal of Geophysical Research: Biogeosciences)