Dr Yoginder Singh (Geology) Remote Sensing, GIS, Paleochannel analysis, Mapping
Dr. Yoginder Singh
Contact Information
Phone: +91-9896441008, +91-7015366021
Email: yogi89geokuk@gmail.com
Teaching Experience
- Assistant Professor (Part-Time), Department of Geology, Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra (Nov. 2021–Present)
- Teaching M.Tech. (Applied Geology) courses as per university norms.
- Research Scholar, Department of Geology, Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra (July 2014–Oct. 2020)
- Taught M.Sc. & M.Tech. (Applied Geology) courses while pursuing research.
Research Experience
- Conducted extensive exploration of the Saraswati River palaeochannels and sample collection under the supervision of the Director, Centre of Excellence for Research on the Saraswati River (CERSR).
- Geological field mapping and morphotectonic analysis to quantify seismic characteristics of the Himalayan frontal terrain.
- Identification of active faults and paleoseismic evidence in the Himalayan frontal terrain using remote sensing and field surveys.
- Development of lithological, geomorphological, drainage, and thematic maps using topographic data, satellite imagery, and DEM in ArcGIS and other software.
- Correlated active tectonic and neotectonic activities using Optically Stimulated Luminescence (OSL) dating and GIS techniques.
Tehnical Skills
- Programming: Data Science (Python), PyMySQL, Tableau
- Software Proficiency: ArcGIS, Global Mapper, PCI Geomatica, Sedlog, Origin Pro, CorelDraw, MS Office.
Educational Qualifications
- Ph.D. (2021): Department of Geology, Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra. Title: “Active Tectonic Studies in the Himalayan Foothill Region Between Beas and Chakki Rivers, Western Himalaya, India.” (Supervisor: Prof. Dr A.R. Chaudhri).
- M.Sc. (2013): Applied Geology, Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra.
- B.Sc. (2009): Computer Science
Fieldwork Experience
- Conducted geological research in Kangra and Nahan districts, Himachal Pradesh.
Achievements
- Awarded Rajiv Gandhi National Fellowship (RGNF) for pursuing Ph.D. (2015–2020).
- Recommendation from St. John’s High School for reorganizing the Br. R.I. Meridth Geological Museum (May 2014).
- Holder of NCC ‘A’ Certificate (2005) under the Ministry of Defense, Government of India.
- Participated in the Combined Annual Training Camp (Dec. 2005–Jan. 2006) organized by Haryana Air SQN NCC, Karnal.
Publications
- Singh, Y. & Chaudhri, A.R. (2020). Morphotectonic Study of Frontal Siwalik Hills, near Gandhiri, Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, India. Open Journal of Geology, 10, 280–300. DOI: 10.4236/ojg.2020.104015.
Chaudhri, A.R., Chopra, S., Kumar, P., Ranga, R., Singh, Y., Subhash, Sharma, V., Verma, V.K., Sharma, R. (2021). Saraswati River in northern India (Haryana) and its role in populating the Harappan civilization sites – A study based on remote sensing, sedimentology, and strata chronology. Archaeological Prospection, 1–18. DOI: 10.1002/arp.1829.