Dr. Narayan Kayet | Geographic Information Systems | Young Scientist Award
Research Scientist | Environmental Management & Policy Research Institute | India
Dr. Narayan Kayet is an accomplished Research Scientist and Principal Investigator at the Environmental Management & Policy Research Institute (EMPRI), Government of Karnataka. With a robust academic background and over a decade of experience in environmental research, his work focuses on remote sensing, GIS, and environmental sustainability, particularly in air quality monitoring, climate change, and forestry. His extensive work in emission inventories, environmental impact assessments, and climate change mitigation strategies has earned him recognition both nationally and internationally. Dr. Kayet’s contributions to environmental science, especially through cutting-edge techniques like hyperspectral remote sensing, have made him a leading figure in his field.
Profile
Education
Dr. Kayet completed his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Remote Sensing and GIS from Vidyasagar University in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur in 2021. His research, titled “Forest Health Monitoring using Hyperspectral Data for Geo-Environmental Planning of Iron Ore Mining Belt, Saranda Forest, Jharkhand,” focused on evaluating the use of hyperspectral satellite imagery to assess forest health and mitigate the environmental impacts of mining. He also holds a Master’s in Remote Sensing and GIS from Vidyasagar University and a Bachelor’s degree in Geography from the same institution.
Experience
Dr. Kayet’s career spans more than 10 years, with significant roles in both academia and industry. His current position as a Research Scientist at EMPRI involves managing high-impact research projects on air quality modeling, climate change, and emission inventories. His previous roles include Post-Doctoral Fellow at BITS Pilani and IIT Kharagpur, Senior Project Officer at IIT Kharagpur, and Project Assistant at the same institute. Throughout his career, Dr. Kayet has contributed to several high-value projects, including studies on short-lived climate pollutants, carbon sequestration potential, and forest health monitoring, which have shaped policies and provided actionable data for environmental management.
Research Interests
Dr. Kayet’s primary research areas include air quality modeling, climate change impacts on health, sector-wise emission inventories, and mitigation strategies for cleaner emissions. His work focuses on using advanced remote sensing techniques, including hyperspectral imagery and GIS, to address environmental challenges such as deforestation, land use changes, and the impacts of mining activities on forest ecosystems. His research also extends to the development of high-resolution emission inventories using drone technology and the use of satellite data for assessing environmental health in mining regions.
Awards
Dr. Kayet’s contributions to environmental science have been widely recognized. He is the recipient of prestigious awards, including the Gandhian Young Technological Innovation Award (DST) and the Sustainability Global Changemaker Award from NITI Aayog. These accolades underscore his pioneering work in environmental sustainability, particularly in the application of remote sensing for monitoring and mitigating the environmental impacts of industrial activities.
Publications
Dr. Kayet has published 19 international research articles in high-impact journals, contributing significantly to the fields of remote sensing, GIS, and environmental management. His work has appeared in journals such as Cleaner Production (Impact Factor: 9.8), Urban Climate (Impact Factor: 6.0), and Journal of Environmental Management (Impact Factor: 8.0). Notable publications include:
Kayet, N., et al. (2024). “Development of 1×1 km gridded emission inventory for air quality assessment and mitigation strategies in Karnataka, India.” Urban Climate (IF – 6.0).
Kayet, N., et al. (2024). “Assessment and estimation of coal dust impact on vegetation using PRISMA hyperspectral data in mining sites.” Journal of Environmental Management (IF – 8.0).
Kayet, N., et al. (2023). “Detection and mapping vegetation stress using AVIRIS-NG hyperspectral imagery in coal mining sites.” Advances in Space Research (IF – 2.8).
Kayet, N., et al. (2022). “Vegetation health condition assessment using AVIRIS-NG hyperspectral and field spectroscopy data.” Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety (IF – 6.2).
Kayet, N., et al. (2021). “Deforestation susceptibility assessment in mining-affected forest regions.” Journal of Environmental Management (IF – 8.0).
Conclusion
Dr. Narayan Kayet is a distinguished environmental scientist whose interdisciplinary research has significantly advanced the understanding of remote sensing applications in environmental sustainability. His expertise in air quality modeling, climate change, and environmental impact assessments has led to the development of critical strategies for cleaner emissions and better environmental management practices. Through his work, Dr. Kayet has played a crucial role in shaping policies and driving innovations that contribute to environmental conservation and sustainability on a global scale. His dedication to research and development continues to inspire future advancements in the field of environmental science.