Sudeshna Ghosh

Dr. Sudeshna Ghosh is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anthropology, Geospatial and Earth Sciences at Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP). She holds a PhD in Regional Development Planning from the University of Cincinnati, a Master of City Planning from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Kharagpur, and a Bachelor of Architecture from Bengal Engineering and Science University, Shibpur. Her academic work focuses on Smart City Planning, Urban Resiliency, and Geospatial Techniques, with a particular emphasis on challenges in the Global South. She teaches courses such as Global Cities, Planning Methods, Housing Policy, and Spatial Analysis.

Dr. Ghosh’s research explores the intersection of technology, sustainability, and urban development. She has published extensively on topics including resiliency frameworks for climate change, smart city strategies in shrinking cities, and the socio-economic impacts of infrastructure projects. Her work often involves comparative analyses across regions like India, the U.S., and developing nations. She also organizes study abroad programs in India to examine urbanization and environmental challenges in Indian cities.

Her publications span academic journals and edited volumes, addressing themes such as fracking’s impact on housing markets, wind energy mitigation strategies, and urban dualism in Kolkata. She is a contributing author to Springer and Routledge publications, focusing on smart communities, global megacities, and regional development.

Dr. Ghosh’s professional experience includes over 17 years in master planning, land use policy, and township development. She advises students on community planning practicums and integrates field research into her teaching through study abroad initiatives.