Draft:Prakash Chauhan
Indian space scientist
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Prakash Chauhan (born 15 May 1969) is an Indian space scientist and the current Director of the National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC), a constituent unit of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). He is known for his pioneering contributions to remote sensing applications in geosciences, atmospheric and ocean studies, and planetary exploration.[1]
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Prakash Chauhan | |
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| Born | 15 May 1969 |
| Alma mater | University of Roorkee (M.Sc. Applied Geophysics); Gujarat University (Ph.D. Physics) |
| Known for | Remote sensing applications in geosciences, oceanography, planetary exploration |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Remote sensing, Geophysics, Planetary science |
| Institutions | Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) |
Early life and education
Chauhan obtained his postgraduate degree in Applied Geophysics from the University of Roorkee (now Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee) and later earned a Ph.D. in Physics from Gujarat University, Ahmedabad.[2]
Career
He joined ISRO in 1991 as a Scientist at the Space Applications Centre (SAC), Ahmedabad. His research has focused on the use of space technology and remote sensing for:
- Geosciences and natural resource management
- Atmospheric and oceanographic studies
- Planetary remote sensing, including lunar and Martian exploration through Indian missions[3]
Leadership roles
- Director, Indian Institute of Remote Sensing (IIRS), Dehradun (2018–2021)[4]
- Director, National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC), Hyderabad (2021–present)[5]
Contributions
Chauhan has advanced India’s capabilities in remote sensing and planetary science by:
- Initiating planetary remote sensing research in India
- Contributing to studies of the Moon and Mars using Indian planetary missions
- Strengthening ISRO’s role in natural resource management through space-based data[6]
Recognition
He is widely recognized as an eminent space scientist within ISRO and the international remote sensing community. Chauhan has authored and contributed to numerous scientific publications and conferences in the fields of remote sensing and planetary science.[7]