Associate Professor | Indian Institute of Geomagnetism | India
Dr. Amit Kumar is a distinguished researcher and Associate Professor at the Dr. K. S. Krishnan Geomagnetic Research Laboratory, Indian Institute of Geomagnetism, Prayagraj. His expertise lies in Magnetotelluric investigations, where he has significantly advanced understanding of lithospheric and crustal structures in diverse geological settings. With an extensive background in Magnetotelluric research, Dr. Amit Kumar has contributed to exploring the electrical resistivity architecture of regions such as the Sikkim Himalaya, the Cambay rift basin, and the Kaladgi basin. His Magnetotelluric studies have played a vital role in revealing the deep tectonic framework, geothermal potential, and crust mantle interactions across complex geological terrains. Through Magnetotelluric methods, he has provided crucial insights into the geoelectric and thermotectonic architecture of rift basins, aiding national projects supported by prestigious scientific institutions. His scholarly work in Magnetotelluric applications is marked by multiple publications in high impact international journals, reflecting deep analytical and interpretative proficiency. Dr. Amit Kumar’s collaborations with renowned geophysicists and organizations have strengthened the interdisciplinary integration of geophysical data, emphasizing Magnetotelluric approaches to address regional tectonic and geothermal challenges. His Magnetotelluric contributions extend beyond research, influencing strategies for sustainable energy exploration and seismic hazard assessment, thus benefitting both academic and societal frameworks. Demonstrating excellence in Magnetotelluric modeling, data inversion, and interpretation, he continues to enhance the global understanding of Earth’s deep electrical structure. His scholarly dedication and leadership in Magnetotelluric studies have established him as a prominent figure in geophysical research. Google Scholar profile of 149 Citations, 6 h-index, 8 i10-index.
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Featured Publications
1. Danda, N., Rao, C. K., & Kumar, A. (2017). Geoelectric structure of northern Cambay rift basin from magnetotelluric data. Earth, Planets and Space, 69(1), 140.
2. Arora, B. R., Kamal, Kumar, A., Rawat, G., Kumar, N., & Choubey, V. M. (2008). First observations of free oscillations of the earth from Indian superconducting gravimeter in Himalaya. Current Science, 1611–1617.
3. Danda, N., Rao, C. K., Kumar, A., Rao, P. R., & Rao, P. B. V. S. (2020). Implications for the lithospheric structure of Cambay rift zone, western India: Inferences from a magnetotelluric study. Geoscience Frontiers, 11(5), 1743–1754.
4. Kumar, P. V. V., Patro, P. K., Rao, P. B. V. S., Singh, A. K., Kumar, A., & Nagarjuna, D. (2018). Electrical resistivity cross-section across northern part of Saurashtra region: An insight to crystallized magma and fluids. Tectonophysics, 744, 205–214.
5. Deshmukh, V., Kumar, P. V. V., Rao, P. B. V. S., Kumar, A., & Singh, A. K. (2022). Audiomagnetotelluric (AMT) studies across Aravali-Tural-Rajawadi geothermal zones, western Maharashtra, India. Journal of Applied Geophysics, 198, 104579.