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Earth and Space Sciences
Earth and Space Sciences
About Department
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The Department of Earth and Space Sciences is dedicated to advancing knowledge in the fields of astrophysics, geology, planetary geosciences, atmospheric sciences, remote sensing, and geoinformatics. The department integrates theoretical, observational, and computational approaches to research in these domains. The department offers robust academic programs at undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels, fostering a vibrant learning environment that prepares students for careers in academia and industry, including the space start-up sector.
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Academic Programmes
M. Tech. in Earth System Science (Dual Degree)
In the Dual Degree programme the student receives a B.Tech.degree in Engineering Physics and Master of Science / Master of Technology in one of the following four streams at the end of ten semest
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Master of Science in Astronomy & Astrophysics (Dual Degree)
The Master of Science in Astronomy and Astrophysics is a two-year program offered to both dual degree students and those seeking direct admission to the post-graduate program at IIST.
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M. Tech. in Geoinformatics
The M.Tech in Geoinformatics program at IIST, Thiruvananthapuram, is a rigorous two-year postgraduate course that equips students with a strong foundation in remote sensing, GIS, image processing
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Faculty
Dr. 
Anand Narayanan
Prof. 
A. Chandrasekar
Dr. 
Anandmayee Tej
Dr. 
D. Jagadheep
Prof. 
Dipankar Banerjee
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Research Areas
Geology
Remote Sensing
Atmospheric Sciences
Astronomy & Astrophysics
Seminar and Conferences
24 March 2026
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24 March 2026
Astronomy Seminar- Pulsar Timing Arrays: Detecting Gravitational Waves using Celestial Clocks
23 December 2025
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23 December 2025
Atmospheric Aerosols in Extreme Environments: A Journey from the Himalayas to the Poles and Oceans
6 November 2025
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6 November 2025
PUNCHing Through the Heliosphere with Polarized Light
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Awards / Honours
Poster Award
Best Oral Presentation Award
Best Oral Presentation Award
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