Rajiv Sinha

Prof. Rajiv Sinha is a Professor in the Department of Earth Sciences at Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur. With a PhD from the University of Cambridge (1992), his career spans over two decades at IITK, including roles as Head of Department since 2014.

• Education: PhD (University of Cambridge, 1992), M.Tech (University of Roorkee, 1987), B.Sc (Patna University, 1983)
• Key Affiliations: Member of International Association of Sedimentologists, SEPM, Quaternary Research Association, and Indian Professional Societies

Research Focus: Specializing in river science, Prof. Sinha investigates fluvial geomorphology, sedimentology, and natural hazards like Kosi floods. His work integrates remote sensing and GIS for climate change and paleoclimate reconstruction, notably studying the Ganga river system and its anthropogenic impacts.

Scientific Leadership: His publications (2013-2017) reveal:

• Anthropocene river systems (2016)
• Indus Civilization paleohydrology (2017)
• Kosi megafan dynamics (2015)
• Monsoon evolution (2010, 2014)
• Groundwater management (2016)

Awards & Recognitions:

• Pandit Girish Ranjan Chair Professorship (2013)
• National Mineral Award (2002)
• Alexander von Humboldt Fellowship (2000)
• UGC Research Fellowship (1988)
• University Gold Medal (1987)

Collaborative Network: Partners include University of Durham, Imperial College London, and Institute du Physique de Globe, Paris. Currently leading Ganga River Basin Management studies and river science initiatives at IITK.