Pramod Subedi · GIS • Remote Sensing • Natural Hazards

Understanding Mountain
Landscapes Through Geospatial Science

I apply Geographic Information Systems (GIS), remote sensing, Earth observation, and field-based research to investigate environmental change, forests, watersheds, and natural hazards across Nepal and the Hindu Kush Himalaya. My work combines spatial analysis with environmental science to support sustainable landscape management, climate resilience, and evidence-based decision-making.

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Research at a Glance

Quantifying landscapes through geospatial analysis, field observations, and environmental modelling.

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Publications

Peer-reviewed research outputs

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Research Projects

Spatial analysis & field studies

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Landslides

Mapped and validated inventory

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Tools & Methods

GIS • Remote Sensing • Python

Research Profile

Geospatial Researcher Exploring Mountain Environments

About Me

I am a geospatial researcher from Nepal with an academic foundation in Forestry and a growing specialization in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Remote Sensing, and environmental modelling. My research explores how geospatial technologies can improve our understanding of mountain environments, ecosystem dynamics, and environmental change.
My work integrates satellite imagery, terrain analysis, field observations, and spatial modelling to investigate forests, watersheds, climate-related processes, and natural hazards. By combining environmental science with geospatial analytics, I aim to generate evidence that supports sustainable resource management, disaster risk reduction, and climate adaptation.
I am particularly interested in interdisciplinary research that connects Earth observation, landscape ecology, and geospatial data science to address environmental challenges across the Hindu Kush Himalaya.

Technical Skills & Tools

GISRemote SensingPythonGoogle Earth EngineHazard MappingSpatial ModellingForestry
Pramod Subedi

Quick Overview

Education

B.Sc. Forestry

Institution

Agriculture and
Forestry University

Domain

Forestry • GIS • Remote Sensing • Natural Hazards

Research Interests

  • Landslide Susceptibility
  • Flood Hazard Assessment
  • Remote Sensing Applications
  • Forest & Landscape Monitoring
  • Hindu Kush Himalaya Research

Research Journey

From Forests to Geospatial Science

A journey shaped by field experience, geospatial technologies, and research-driven exploration of landscapes and natural hazards.

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2002–2021

Growing Connection with Natural Landscapes

Nepal

Developed an early interest in forests, landscapes, and environmental systems, building the foundation for future work in natural resource science and environmental research.

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2022

Started B.Sc. Forestry

Agriculture and Forestry University, Nepal

Began academic training in forestry with a focus on forest ecology, natural resource management, conservation, and understanding interactions between people and landscapes.

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2023–2024

Field Research & Forest Resource Assessment

Community Forests, Nepal

Conducted field-based studies including GPS surveys, forest inventory, participatory resource mapping, boundary assessment, and natural resource data collection.

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2023–2024

Transition into GIS & Remote Sensing

Geospatial Environmental Research

Integrated GIS, satellite imagery, and spatial analysis techniques into forestry applications to analyze environmental patterns, land changes, and landscape characteristics.

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2025

Landslide Susceptibility Modelling

Udayapur District, Eastern Nepal

Developed a GIS-based landslide susceptibility assessment using 211 inventoried landslides, multiple environmental conditioning factors, and the Frequency Ratio modelling approach.

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2025–2026

Scientific Research & Publication

Natural Hazard Research

Transforming geospatial analyses into scientific outputs focused on landslide hazards, disaster risk reduction, and evidence-based environmental decision making.

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Future

Advancing Hindu Kush Himalaya Research

Mountain Hazard & Climate Research

Continuing research on mountain hazards, climate impacts, remote sensing applications, and geospatial approaches for sustainable landscape management across the Hindu Kush Himalaya.

Selected Research & Field Experience

Research, Collaboration & Applied Work

Selected works demonstrating independent research, scientific collaboration, and field-based experience in forestry and geospatial science.

Published Research

Landslide Susceptibility Mapping of Udayapur District, Nepal

First Author / Lead Researcher

Developed a GIS-based landslide susceptibility assessment framework by integrating landslide inventory data, environmental conditioning factors, and spatial modelling techniques to identify hazard-prone areas in Udayapur District, Nepal.

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Highlights

  • 211 landslides inventoried and validated
  • 11 landslide conditioning factors analysed
  • Frequency Ratio (FR) modelling approach
  • ROC-AUC validation: 0.767
ArcGISQGISSRTM DEMGoogle Earth ProRemote Sensing
Published Research

Collaborative Research

Flood Susceptibility Assessment Using Geospatial Modelling

Co-author / Research Collaborator

Contributing to a collaborative research study focused on flood susceptibility assessment using GIS-based multi-criteria analysis and environmental parameters to identify vulnerable areas.

Highlights

  • Hydrological and terrain analysis
  • Multi-criteria decision approach
  • Spatial vulnerability modelling
  • Watershed-based assessment
GISRemote SensingAHPSpatial AnalysisEnvironmental Modelling
Ongoing Research

Field Experience

Forest Resource Inventory & Landscape Assessment

Field Researcher

Conducted field-based forest assessments and natural resource surveys integrating GPS data collection, inventory methods, participatory mapping, and geospatial analysis.

Highlights

  • Forest inventory and measurement
  • GPS-based field data collection
  • Community forest resource mapping
  • Landscape and resource assessment
GPSGarmin Field DevicesArcGISField Survey Methods
Applied Field Studies

Technical Skills

Tools & Research Workflow

A geospatial workflow combining satellite observation, spatial modelling, programming, and field-based measurements for environmental and hazard research.

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GIS & Spatial Analysis

Spatial data processing, terrain analysis, and geospatial modelling for environmental research.

ArcGIS ProArcMapQGISArcSDMSpatial AnalystRaster Calculator
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Remote Sensing & Earth Observation

Satellite-based monitoring and earth observation techniques for landscape and hazard assessment.

Google Earth EngineSentinel-2LandsatMODISSRTM DEMCopernicus DEM
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Programming & Data Science

Programming and statistical tools for data processing, analysis, and research workflows.

PythonRRStudioJupyter NotebookGoogle ColabData Analysis
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Field Data Collection

Field-based measurements and geographic data collection supporting environmental research.

Garmin GPSmap 64sGarmin BaseCampGPS SurveyForest InventoryResource Mapping

Publications & Research Outputs

Scientific Contributions

Research contributions spanning natural hazards, geospatial modelling, forestry measurements, and environmental assessment.

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Published | First Author

Landslide Susceptibility Mapping Using GIS-Based Frequency Ratio Method in Eastern Nepal

Subedi, P., Joshi, R., & Adhikari, M.

Applied and Environmental Soil Science • 2026

Developed a GIS-based landslide susceptibility model by integrating landslide inventory data, environmental conditioning factors, and Frequency Ratio modelling to identify spatial patterns of landslide hazard susceptibility in eastern Nepal.

211

Landslides Inventoried

11

Conditioning Factors

0.767

ROC-AUC Validation

GISRemote SensingFrequency RatioDEM AnalysisSpatial Modelling
Landslide Susceptibility Mapping Using GIS-Based Frequency Ratio Method in Eastern Nepal
ResearchGate →DOI →
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Published | Co-author

Evaluating Timber Volume Discrepancies in Teak Plantations of the Sagarnath Forest Development Project, Nepal: A Comparative Study

Baral, A., Joshi, R., Ghimire, S., Prabhakar, A., & Subedi, P.

International Journal of Forestry • 2026

A forestry-based research study evaluating discrepancies in timber volume estimation of teak plantations using field measurements, volume calculation techniques, and comparative analysis.

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Volume

559-569

Pages

Teak

Plantation Study

Forest InventoryTimber MeasurementVolume CalculationStatistical Analysis
Evaluating Timber Volume Discrepancies in Teak Plantations of the Sagarnath Forest Development Project, Nepal: A Comparative Study
ResearchGate →DOI →
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Co-author | Ongoing Research

Flood Susceptibility Assessment Using Geospatial Modelling

Co-author / Research Collaborator

Hydrological Hazard Research • Ongoing

Collaborative research applying GIS-based multi-criteria analysis and environmental parameters to assess flood susceptibility and spatial vulnerability within a watershed system.

GIS

Framework

AHP

Modelling Approach

Team

Collaboration

GISRemote SensingAHPHydrological AnalysisSpatial Modelling

Connect

Academic Profile & Collaboration

Interested in GIS, Remote Sensing, natural hazards, forestry applications, and Himalayan environmental research? Let's connect and collaborate.

Pramod Subedi

B.Sc. Forestry | College of Natural Resource Management, Katari

Agriculture and Forestry University, Nepal

ResearchGate

Research publications and academic updates

ORCID

Researcher identification profile

LinkedIn

Professional networking and collaborations

GitHub

GIS projects, scripts and technical work

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