Contact Dr Kriti Mukherjee
Background
My passion lies in the realm of remote sensing and geospatial data analysis, where I specialize in leveraging geographic information science, photogrammetry, image processing, data science, and machine learning to explore and model environmental changes and extreme events.
I embarked on my professional journey as a Scientist at the National Technical Research Organization in New Delhi, India, a premier technical intelligence agency under the National Security Advisor. While there, I completed my PhD in hyperspectral remote sensing, where I developed an innovative method for dimensionality reduction of hyperspectral data using fractal mathematics.
My career then took me across the globe, from Germany and Thailand to Canada and the UK, where I refined my expertise in environmental monitoring and geospatial analysis. Throughout this journey, I made substantial contributions to high-impact research projects, focusing on the impacts of climate change, assessments of natural disasters, and agricultural land suitability. These experiences have enriched my understanding of our planet's dynamic systems and have fueled my dedication to using cutting-edge technology to address critical environmental challenges.
Research opportunities
My research explores the critical intersection of water resources, climate change, and sustainable development, focusing on how shifts in temperature and precipitation patterns due to global warming impact various environmental systems. Water, whether influencing glacier retreat, agricultural viability, or natural disasters like floods, droughts, and landslides, can have severe consequences if the resources are not fully understood and the risks are not properly assessed. Given the increasing frequency of extreme precipitation events, understanding and predicting these occurrences is crucial. However, existing models often struggle to accurately capture such events, particularly in regions with sparse observational data. My research aims to bridge these gaps by integrating dense meteorological data, remote sensing, and modeling techniques to better predict and mitigate the impacts of climate change on both human and natural systems. Opportunities in this field are vast, ranging from improving models to characterizing risks for agriculture and infrastructure, particularly in under-observed and more exposed regions.
Self-funded students or those with funding from their home country are encouraged to contact me to discuss their research plans. For funded research opportunities, please see the University's current listing (/research/research-degrees/research-opportunities).
Current activities
My research is primarily focused on comprehensively assessing and continuously monitoring both short and long-term transformations in land resources. I have a particular interest in understanding how these resources are affected by climate changes and extremes. Within the realm of cryosphere research, my passion lies in studying high mountain glaciers using remote sensing and modelling, analysing their sensitivity to climate change, and potential for hazard.
As an active member of the 成人直播 Land Information System (LandIS) team, I play a key role in leveraging extensive soil datasets covering England and Wales. Currently, I am on secondment with Defra and Natural England, where I am helping to develop a predictive soil map of England using machine-learning techniques and environmental predictors. In parallel, I am collaborating with ADAS to produce a technical review of England鈥檚 Agricultural Land Classification system and to develop an updated map that reflects recent climate scenarios. Through these close collaboration with esteemed organizations, we are collectively seeking solutions to mitigate the impacts of climate change, in alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Recognizing the significance of disseminating knowledge, I am actively engaged as a lead and co-author in the creation of several impactful publications. I extend my sincere gratitude to my collaborators whose support has played a pivotal role in shaping the aims and outcomes of my research.
In addition to my research, I mentor masters' and PhD students.
Clients
- Environment Agency
- Flood Re
- Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
- Natural Environment Research Council
- Natural England
