Centre for Ocean, River, Atmosphere and
Land Sciences (CORAL)

Spring Semester

Marine Resources and Exploration Methods

This area focuses on studying and sustainably using ocean resources such as minerals, energy, and marine life. It uses tools like remote sensing, sonar mapping, and underwater vehicles to explore and understand marine environments. Prof. Abhishek k. Rai, Prof. Parthasarathi Chakraborty

Aqueous Environmental Geochemistry

This area focuses on the chemical processes in water systems such as rivers, lakes, groundwater, and oceans. It studies how natural and human activities affect water quality, pollutant behavior, and ecosystem health. Prof. Parthasarathi Chakraborty

Climate Risk Adaptation, Mitigation, and Sustainable Development

This area focuses on understanding climate risks and developing strategies to reduce their impacts. It includes efforts to lower emissions, adapt to changing conditions, and promote sustainable practices for long-term environmental and societal well-being. Prof. M. D. Behera

Satellite Remote Sensing Exploration of the Ocean and Climate

This area focuses on using satellite data to observe and understand ocean and climate systems. It helps monitor sea surface temperature, currents, weather patterns, and environmental changes for better prediction and management. Prof. M. K. Dash

Modeling of Air-Sea interactions

This area focuses on understanding how the ocean and atmosphere interact by using computer models. It studies exchanges of heat, moisture, and energy that influence weather patterns, climate systems, and ocean dynamics. Prof. J. Kuttippurath

Physics of Climate System

This area focuses on the physical processes that drive the Earth's climate, including energy balance, atmospheric circulation, and ocean dynamics. It helps us understand how climate patterns form and change over time. Prof. Reshmi R Nayak, Prof. Arun Chakraborty

Global Climate System and Cloud-Precipitation Processes

This area focuses on understanding how the Earth's climate system works at a global scale, with special attention to clouds and precipitation. It studies how clouds form, evolve, and influence rainfall, energy balance, and climate patterns. Prof. Pranab Deb

Climate Modelling

This area focuses on using computer-based models to simulate and understand the Earth's climate system. It helps predict future climate changes and assess the impacts of different environmental scenarios. Prof. A.N.V Sathyanarayana

Climate Risk Assessment in Agriculture

This area focuses on evaluating how climate variability and extreme weather affect agricultural systems. It helps identify risks to crops, water resources, and productivity, supporting better planning and adaptation strategies for sustainable farming. Prof. J. Kuttippurath