Assistant Professor at Department of Geology, PIAS, Parul University, India
Vivek Mishra is a dedicated geologist based in Basti, India, with a passion for geological research and exploration. He has significant experience in the field of geology, focusing on geological mapping, mineral exploration, and environmental assessments. With a strong academic foundation, Vivek applies his expertise to both theoretical and practical aspects of geological science. He is committed to advancing knowledge in the field through continued learning and professional development. Vivek is actively involved in local geological projects and is known for his detail-oriented approach and dedication to enhancing geological understanding.
Publication Profile
EDUCATION:
Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Geology
Indian Institute of Technology (ISM), Dhanbad, India | 2018
Thesis Title: Trace Element Geochemistry and Petrographic Investigations of Coal and Shaly Coal from Talchir and Ib Valley Basins of Odisha, India
Master of Philosophy in Geology
Vikram University, Ujjain, India | 2011
Master of Science in Geology
Vikram University, Ujjain, India | 2010
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Parul University, India | 10/2023 – Present
Assistant Professor
- Develop and deliver high-quality, multidisciplinary educational content.
- Prepare syllabi, reading materials, and assessments.
- Collaborate with professors on research projects.
- Provide student support to ensure academic success.
- Participate in administrative and extracurricular activities.
Bhagwant University, India | 06/2023 – 10/2023
Assistant Professor
- Lectured Diploma and UG students.
- Graded assignments and upheld academic integrity policies.
- Designed syllabi and lecture notes to enhance student understanding.
- Contributed to administrative work and extracurricular activities.
Hebei University of Engineering, China | 10/2019 – 09/2021
Postdoctoral Researcher
- Mentored graduate and undergraduate students in experimental design and technology.
- Conducted comparative studies on rare earth elements in coal.
- Collaborated internationally on environmental geochemistry and wildfire studies.
- Investigated carcinogenic risks associated with coal burning in North China.
CSIR – National Metallurgical Laboratory, India | 05/2012 – 08/2017
Project Assistant
- Investigated coal’s chemical and mineralogical compositions, focusing on combustion behavior.
- Used FTIR and XRD to study coal at various temperatures.
- Supervised national and international research projects and student teams.
- Prepared feasibility reports for coal and coke quality analysis.
RESEARCH INTERESTS:
- Coal utilization and human health impacts
- Critical and rare earth elements in coal
- Environmental geochemistry and medical geology
- Coal and shale gas research
HONORS AND AWARDS:
- Postdoctoral Research Award, Hebei University of Engineering, 2019
- Indian Institute of Mineral Engineers Best Paper Award, 2018
Citations:
- Total Citations: 287
- Citations Since 2019: 260
h-index:
- Overall h-index: 9
- h-index Since 2019: 9
i10-index:
- Overall i10-index: 9
- i10-index Since 2019: 9
- Geochemistry of Carboniferous coals from the Laoyaogou mine, Ningwu coalfield, Shanxi Province, northern China: Emphasis on the enrichment of valuable elements
B Liu, J Wang, H He, V Mishra, Y Li, J Wang, C Zhao
Fuel, 279, 118414, 55, 2020
- Influence of coal quality on combustion behaviour and mineral phases transformations
V Mishra, T Bhowmick, S Chakravarty, AK Varma, M Sharma
Fuel, 186, 443–455, 52, 2016
- Changes in organic structure and mineral phases transformation of coal during heat treatment on laboratory scale
V Mishra, M Sharma, S Chakravarty, A Banerjee
International Journal of Coal Science & Technology, 3, 418-428, 35, 2016
- Geochemistry of Rare Earth Elements in Lower Gondwana Coals of the Talchir Coal Basin, India
V Mishra, S Chakravarty, RB Finkelman, AK Varma
Journal of Geochemical Exploration, 204, 43-56, 28, 2019
- Microstructural relation of macerals with mineral matter in coals from Ib valley and Umaria, Son-Mahanadi basin, India
V Mishra, KN Singh
International Journal of Coal Science & Technology, 27, 2017
- Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and esophageal carcinoma in Handan-Xingtai district, North China: a preliminary study based on cancer risk assessment
M Zhang, J Wang, Q Zhao, V Mishra, J Fan, Y Sun
Environmental Monitoring and Assessment, 192, 1-20, 14, 2020
- Influence of geochemical, organo-petrographical and palynofacies assemblages on hydrocarbon generation: A study from upper Oligocene coal and shale of the Makum Coal Basin …
S Biswas, AK Varma, M Kumar, D Mani, VK Saxena, V Mishra
Marine and Petroleum Geology, 114, 104206, 14, 2020
- Characterization of Chemical Structure with Relative Density of Three Different Ranks of Coal from India
S Chakravarty, K Chakravarty, V Mishra, S Chakladar, A Mohanty, …
Natural Resources Research, 29, 3121–3136, 13, 2020
- Significance of coal quality on thermoplastic properties: a case study
M Sahoo, T Bhowmick, V Mishra, S Pal, M Sharma, S Chakravarty
International Journal of Coal Preparation and Utilization, 42 (4), 1015-1032, 10, 2022
- An intelligent system to identify coal maceral groups using markov-fuzzy clustering approach
S Chand, S Mohapatra, V Mishra
Journal of Intelligent & Fuzzy Systems, 41 (5), 5701-5707, 9, 2021
- Wildfire evidence from the middle and late permian Hanxing Coalfield, North China Basin
L Xiao, Q Zhao, J Wang, V Mishra, SI Arbuzov, M Zhang
Geologica Acta, 18, 1-11, 9, 2020
- Intelligent characterization system for char combustion reactivity using deep learning
A Alpana, S Chand, V Mishra
2020 7th International Conference on Signal Processing and Integrated …, 7, 2020
- Mineralogical study of beneficiated and carbonized indian coking coal for better utilization: A case study
K Chakravarty, V Mishra, S Chakravarty, S Chakladar, VK Saxena, …
Natural Resources Research, 29 (4), 2431-2450, 6, 2020
- Automated char classification using image analysis and artificial intelligence
Alpana, S Chand, S Mohapatra, V Mishra
International Journal of Oil, Gas and Coal Technology, 28 (2), 235-248, 4, 2021
- Microbial detoxification of polluted soils and agroecosystem
Ž Fiket, MA Sabar, G Medunić, V Mishra
Microbial Services in Restoration Ecology, 237-257, 4, 2020
- Significance of washability on heat-altered coal from Jharia and Raniganj Coalfields, India
M Sharma, T Bhowmick, V Mishra
International Journal of Oil, Gas and Coal Technology, 27 (2), 169-185, 2021