Mr Mahesh Prasad Awasthi | Environmental Geoinformatics | Young Scientist Award
Faculty Member, Far Western University, Nepal👨🎓
Mahesh Prasad Awasthi, MSc, is a dedicated faculty member at the Department of Environmental Science, Central Campus, Far Western University, Nepal. His passion for teaching and research drives his work in Environmental Geoinformatics, Hydrochemistry, Aquatic Ecology, Wetland Conservation, Disaster Risk Management, and Climate Change Adaptation. He aims to bridge theoretical knowledge with practical applications, inspiring the next generation of environmental scientists.
Profile
Education 🎓
Mahesh Prasad Awasthi holds an MSc in Environmental Science (2020–2023) from the Central Department of Environmental Science, Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu, Nepal. His thesis focused on assessing flood susceptibility and evaluating water quality in pond ecosystems. He earned his BSc in Environmental Science (2016–2019) from Far Western University, where he conducted research on landslide susceptibility modeling. Prior to that, he completed his +2 Science (2013–2015) at Kanchan Vidya Mandir and his School Leaving Certificate (S.L.C.) in 2012 from Galeshwor Secondary School in Nepal.
Experience 💼
Currently serving as a faculty member at Far Western University, Mahesh Prasad Awasthi is deeply involved in teaching and guiding research in environmental science. His work emphasizes hands-on learning, equipping students with the skills to address pressing environmental challenges.
Research Interests 🔬
Mahesh’s research focuses on Evinronmental Geoinformatics, Hydrochemistry, Aquatic Ecology, Wetland Conservation, Disaster Risk Management, and Climate Change Adaptation. His work aims to develop sustainable solutions and deepen understanding of environmental issues.
Awards 🏆
Mahesh Prasad Awasthi has been recognized for his research excellence with several prestigious awards. In 2022, he received a Thesis Grant from the Ministry of Industry, Tourism, Forest and Environment (MOITFE) and the Nepal National Social Welfare Association (NNSWA) for his study on flood susceptibility. In 2023, he served as the Principal Investigator for a disaster risk assessment project in Bhimdatta Municipality, funded by NNSWA. In 2024, he led a climate change impact study in Kailali District as the Principal Investigator, supported by the Ministry of Social Development (MOSD).
Publications 📚
Nepal, J., et al. (2024). Water balance estimation and runoff simulation of Chameliya Watershed, Nepal. Environmental Earth Science, 83, 117. Link
Tiwari, S., et al. (2023). Evaluating the Major Sources of Surface Water Quality in Pokhara. Himalayan Biodiversity, 29-38. Link
Awasthi, M. P. (2023). Mapping spectral indices in Far Western Nepal. Water Practice and Technology, 18(11), 2971–2988. Link
Paudel, G., et al. (2022). Hydrochemical characteristics of Taudaha Lake, Kathmandu. Scientific World, 15(15), 70–85. Link
Basnet, N., et al. (2024). Hydro-chemical characteristics of Biring and Tangting Rivers. Environmental Research. Link
Pant, R. R., et al. (2023). Writing and Publishing a Scientific Research Paper. Curriculum Development Journal, 31(45), 148-166. Link