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Advisory Member

Dr. Shirish Ravan

Dr. Shirish Ravan

Former UN-SPIDER & UN-COPUOS Leader | Global Expert in Space Applications for Sustainable Development

Earth Observation | Disaster Management & Risk Reduction | Biodiversity & Food Security | Satellite Remote Sensing & GIS | Policy Advocacy & International Collaboration

Educational Background

  • Ph.D. in Satellite Remote Sensing
  • M.Sc. in Environmental Science
  • B.Sc. in Agricultural Science

Patents & Awards Recognition

  • Patents - Innovative Applications of Satellite Remote Sensing
  • Awards - i) Leadership Recognition for Global Policy & Technical Contributions
  • ii) International Impact Award for Advancing UN-led Space-based Initiatives

Publications & Contributions

With over 50 international publications, Dr. Ravan’s work bridges science and policy—making space applications accessible, actionable, and impactful across governments, institutions, and communities.

"True progress lies in connecting the power of space technologies with the needs of people on the ground."

— Dr. Shirish Ravan

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