NITESH CHAUHAN
Paonta Sahib
Summary
Accomplished Research Scholar with a robust background in forest soil analysis and remote sensing, honed at the Forest Research Institute. Expert in data interpretation and project management, I excel in transforming complex research findings into actionable insights. My work, characterized by meticulous data collection and effective team collaboration, has significantly contributed to advancements in forest conservation efforts.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Junior Project Fellow
Forest Research Institute
Dehradun
08.2024 - 01.2025
- I worked in the All India Coordinated Research Project on the Preparation of Forest Soil Health Cards under different forest vegetation types in all the forest divisions of India.
- Served as a liaison between various teams involved in the completion of a given task.
- Collection of soil samples from the forest sites.
- Performed laboratory analysis on soil parameters such as pH, EC, organic carbon, nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, sulfur, zinc, iron, boron, manganese and copper.
- Utilized statistical software for data analysis and interpretation.
- Created presentations to share project results with internal and external stakeholders.
- Prepared detailed reports on project progress and results.
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Forest Research Institute
Dehradun
01.2023 - 07.2024
- Served as JRF, overseeing the monitoring and evaluation of Punjab Forest Department plantations for 1.5 years within the PUNCAMPA project.
- Conducted fieldwork, applying rigorous methodologies to gather primary data.
- Evaluated data from advanced research studies to determine information.
- Utilized Geographic Information Systems software to analyze spatial patterns.
- Conducted literature reviews to identify current trends in the field.
- Prepared reports summarizing research findings.
- Published experimental and research findings in scientific publications and journals.
Research Scholar
Forest Research Institute
Dehradun
01.2020 - 06.2020
- Thesis : To study the impact of forest fire on the soil properties of upper Yamuna forest division of Uttarakhand.
Participant
Indian Institute of Remote Sensing
01.2019 - 03.2019
Organized by IIRS and ISRO the course included basic principles of Remote Sensing, Digital image interpretation, Thermal and Microwave remote sensing
- Certified Short Course on Remote Sensing, GPS & GNSS and Remote Sensing & Digital Image Analysis
- Organized by IIRS and ISRO the course included basic principles of Remote Sensing, Digital image interpretation, Thermal and Microwave remote sensing
Participant
College of Forestry, Dr. Y.S Parmar University
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Experiential Learning Programme
- Learnt the practical aspects of silviculture of indian trees
Volunteer
NSS Activities
Solan
07.2014 - 07.2016
- +240 Hours of Service under regular NSS Activities during the session 2014-2016 and also attended the special NSS camp from 04/06/2017 to 10/06/2017 with very good performance.
Member of the Management Committee
Dr. Y.S Parmar University
- Member of the management committee for the cultural programme in Dr Y.S Parmar University
Education
M.Sc - Environment Management
Forest Research Institute Deemed to be University
Dehradun01.2020
B.Sc. (hons) - Forestry
Dr. Y.S Parmar University of Horticulture And Forestry
Solan, H.P01.2018
Senior Secondary - Non Medical
CBSE
01.2014
Matriculation -
CBSE
01.2012
Skills
- Subject matter expertise
- Data collection
- Data interpretation
- Team interaction
- Qualitative research
- Data assessment
- Presentations
- Scientific writing
- Quantitative research
- Literature review
- Research documentation
- Lab experiment coordination
- Project management
- Multitasking
- Communication
- Basic Computer Skills
- MS Office
- ArcGIS
- ERDAS
Accomplishments
· Won 2nd prize in Declamation competition on World Ozone Day - 2023 organized by Forest Research Institute, Dehradun
·Qualified the UGC-NET for eligibility for assistant Professor on 25 june,2019 in the subject of ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
· Qualified the UGC-NET for eligibility for assistant Professor on 05 december,2019 in the subject of ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
Languages
Hindi
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Punjabi
Advanced (C1)
C1
Affiliations
· Won Silver Medal in the table tennis organized in the FRIDU Annual Sports Meet 2019
· Player of the Cricket Team, FRIDU sports meet
Interestsskills
- Writing quotes and poems
- Cuber
- Outdoors, Athletics and Sports
- Command of the basics: write, communicate, summarize and report
Publications
Indian Forester, 150(3) : 234-243,2024" Assessment of growth and survival rate of plantations under the PUN-CAMPA scheme of the Ropar division
Certification
- Certificate no. 14DWZZZZZ1332, Certificate course in PC Technician-A+ of 60 hour duration and seal on 16 jan 2014 at New Delhi, India.
- Certificate no. 14DWZZZZZ1333, Certificate course in Network Technician-N+ of 48 hour duration and seal on 16 jan 2014 at New Delhi, India.
Timeline
Junior Project Fellow
Forest Research Institute
08.2024 - 01.2025
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Forest Research Institute
01.2023 - 07.2024
Research Scholar
Forest Research Institute
01.2020 - 06.2020
Participant
Indian Institute of Remote Sensing
01.2019 - 03.2019
Participant
College of Forestry, Dr. Y.S Parmar University
01.2017 - 01.2018
Volunteer
NSS Activities
07.2014 - 07.2016
Member of the Management Committee
Dr. Y.S Parmar University
- Certificate no. 14DWZZZZZ1332, Certificate course in PC Technician-A+ of 60 hour duration and seal on 16 jan 2014 at New Delhi, India.
- Certificate no. 14DWZZZZZ1333, Certificate course in Network Technician-N+ of 48 hour duration and seal on 16 jan 2014 at New Delhi, India.
M.Sc - Environment Management
Forest Research Institute Deemed to be University
B.Sc. (hons) - Forestry
Dr. Y.S Parmar University of Horticulture And Forestry
Senior Secondary - Non Medical
CBSE
Matriculation -
CBSE
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