Suraj Kumar Singh

Papers

Total Citations

H-Index

About

Dr. Suraj Kumar Singh is a leading environmental researcher whose work centers on atmospheric aerosols and their profound effects on the Himalayan climate system. His most-cited study, "Aerosol Characteristics and Their Impact on the Himalayan Energy Budget" (2021, 17 citations), provides critical insights into how aerosol optical depth (AOD) varies across the Indian Himalayan Region—from densely populated plains to pristine alpine zones. By quantifying how these particles alter the region's energy budget, Dr. Singh has illuminated a pressing environmental concern: the escalating aerosol burden and its direct implications for glacial melt, monsoon patterns, and regional climate stability. His research bridges atmospheric science and climate policy, offering data-driven evidence for mitigating aerosol emissions in one of the world's most sensitive ecosystems. With a growing citation impact, Dr. Singh's work is essential reading for students and researchers studying aerosol-climate interactions, mountain meteorology, and the cascading effects of air pollution on high-altitude environments. His contributions underscore the urgent need for interdisciplinary approaches to safeguard the Hindu Kush Himalayan cryosphere.