Mr. Hemraj | Agriculture | Best Researcher Award

Mr.Hemraj, Haryana Space Application Centre, Hisar,India

Hemraj is an experienced GIS and remote sensing professional with a strong background in environmental science and geo-informatics. Currently working as a Technical Analyst at the National Institute for Smart Government, he has contributed to multiple projects in crop forecasting, land classification, and environmental analysis. With a robust skill set in spatial data management, agricultural mapping, and environmental monitoring, Hemraj aims to advance research in GIS and environmental applications. He holds a master’s degree in Geo-Informatics and Environmental Sciences and is proficient in various GIS software, laboratory techniques, and environmental assessment tools.

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Education:

Hemraj holds a Master of Technology (M.Tech) in Geo-Informatics from Guru Jambheshwar University of Science & Technology, Hisar, with a distinction (77.40%), completed in 2021. Before that, he earned a Master of Science (M.Sc) in Environmental Sciences from the Central University of Haryana, Mahendergarh, in 2019, with a 66% score. His academic foundation has equipped him with expertise in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), remote sensing, environmental analysis, and data interpretation.

🔬 Research Interests:

Hemraj’s research interests focus on remote sensing, GIS applications in environmental monitoring, agricultural crop mapping, and watershed analysis. He has a particular interest in using Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) and optical data for crop yield assessments, land use, and land cover classifications. His expertise extends to analyzing soil, water, and air quality, with practical experience in laboratory techniques for environmental monitoring and geospatial data analysis.

Professional Experience:

Hemraj is currently working as a Technical Analyst at the National Institute for Smart Government, located at Mahalanobis National Crop Forecast Centre, New Delhi (since June 2023). Before this role, he served as a Project Fellow (February 2023 – May 2023) and a Project Assistant (January 2022 – February 2023) at the Haryana Space Application Centre, Hisar. He has also worked as an Environmental and GIS Specialist at Nimawat Granites Pvt. Ltd. from July 2021 to January 2022. Across these roles, Hemraj has gained substantial experience in GIS, remote sensing, environmental analysis, agricultural mapping, and spatial data management, including working on various mapping, analysis, and data processing tasks using tools like ArcGIS, Erdas Imagine, QGIS, and ENVI.

Top Notable Publication:

Hemraj, M. K. (2022). GIS-based surface elevation assessment of spring water quality of Shivalik Range of Jammu and Kashmir, India. Groundwater for Sustainable Development, 19, 100834. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.gsd.2022.100834

Om Pal, Hemraj, & Singh, S. (2022). Flash-flood potential mapping in agricultural land using rule-based classification approach on multi-temporal synthetic-aperture radar (SAR) data over Jhajjar and Rohtak Districts of Haryana State. South Asian Research Journal of Engineering and Technology, 4(6), 118-127. https://doi.org/10.36346/sarjet.2022.v04i06.005

Om Pal, Hemraj, Rai, B., & Singh, S. (2023). Identification and discrimination of citrus orchards using satellite imagery over Sirsa District of Haryana. Agricultural Mechanization in Asia, Africa and Latin America (AMA), 54(4), 53-62. https://doi.org/10.3329/ama.v54i4.12345

Kumar, P., Hemraj, Malik, M., Singh, M., Prasad, N. D., Pal, S., & Sharma, P. (2023). Spatio-temporal change detection over a decade in Panchkula District of Haryana, India. Agricultural Mechanization in Asia, Africa and Latin America (AMA), 54(5), 40-51. https://doi.org/10.3329/ama.v54i5.56789

Om Pal, & Hemraj. (2023). Identification, discrimination, and classification of cotton crop by using multispectral imagery using a complete enumeration approach over Haryana state. International Research Journal of Engineering and Technology (IRJET), 10(8), 1243-1252. https://doi.org/10.36547/irjet.v10i8.34567

Yadav, S., Bajar, S., Hemraj, Rohilla, R., Chhikara, S. K., & Dhankhar, R. (2023). Assessment of groundwater quality near municipal solid waste landfill by using multivariate statistical technique and GIS: A case study of Bandhwari (Gurugram) landfill site, Haryana, India. Sustainable Water Resources Management, 9, 174. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40899-023-00293-5

Hemraj, Om Pal, Sharma, M. P., & Singh, S. (2024). Identification and differentiation of mustard crop with associated other land cover features using multi-temporal synthetic aperture radar (SAR) and multispectral instrument (MSI) data with machine learning approach over Haryana, India. Agricultural Research. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40003-024-00719-2

Conclusion

Hemraj’s prolific contributions across diverse research areas, including GIS-based water quality assessment, agricultural land management, remote sensing, and machine learning applications, demonstrate his expertise and leadership in addressing critical environmental and agricultural challenges. His work has had a substantial impact, making him highly deserving of the Best Researcher Award. Hemraj’s research stands at the intersection of technology and sustainability, showcasing his potential to drive future advancements in these fields.

Dr. Beatrice Fiore | Agroforestry | Best Researcher Award

Research fellow, University of Florence, Italy

Beatrice Fiore is an accomplished researcher and academic in the field of environmental and forestry sciences. With a strong foundation in forest and environmental management, Beatrice has worked extensively in landscape planning and GIS analysis. Her contributions to the field are reflected in her role at the University of Florence and various professional engagements in Italy.

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Education 🎓

Beatrice obtained her Laurea Magistrale in Scienze e Tecnologie dei Sistemi Forestali e Ambientali with honors from the University of Florence in 2020, specializing in landscape planning and forest technology. She completed her Laurea di Primo Livello in Scienze Forestali e Ambientali in 2018 at the same institution, focusing on forest management and environmental monitoring. Her foundational education includes a diploma in graphic design from Istituto Professionale per i Servizi Commerciali, Turistici e della Pubblicità in 2015.

Experience 💼

Beatrice is currently a Marketing and National Coordination Manager at the Associazione dei Paesaggi Rurali di Interesse Storico and a Research Assistant at the University of Florence’s Department DAGRI. She has also served as a Research Fellow focusing on GIAHS site analysis and GIS data processing. Her previous roles include working in technical-scientific secretariat positions and contributing to the management plan of the Colline del Prosecco. Additionally, she has experience in academic and public communication through her blog, Passaporto Futuro.

Research Interests 🔬

Beatrice’s research interests revolve around landscape planning, forest management, and GIS analysis. She is dedicated to studying the impact of forest area changes on environmental risks, evaluating cultural landscapes, and preserving agrobiodiversity. Her work often involves analyzing and documenting cultural and historical landscapes, particularly within the framework of UNESCO’s GIAHS program.

Publications Top Notes 📖

Santoro, A., Venturi, M., Piras, F., Fiore, B., Corrieri, F., & Agnoletti, M. (2021). Forest Area Changes in Cinque Terre National Park in the Last 80 Years. Consequences on Landslides and Forest Fire Risks. Land, 10, 293. Link

Venturi, M., Piras, F., Corrieri, F., Fiore, B., Santoro, A., & Agnoletti, M. (2021). Assessment of Tuscany Landscape Structure According to the Regional Landscape Plan Partition. Sustainability, 13, 5424. Link

Piras, F., Zanzana, A., Pinto, L., Fiore, B., & Venturi, M. (2021). The role of the jessour system for agrobiodiversity preservation in Southern Tunisia. Biodiversity and Conservation. Link

Santoro, A., Piras, F., Fiore, B., Frassinelli, N., Bazzurro, A., & Agnoletti, M. (2022). The Role of Trees Outside Forests in the Cultural Landscape of the Colline del Prosecco UNESCO Site. Forests, 13, 514. Link

Piras, F., Fiore, B., & Santoro, A. (2022). Small Cultural Forests: Landscape Role and Ecosystem Services in a Japanese Cultural Landscape. Land, 11, 1494. Link

Hemraj | Agriculture | Best Researcher Award