Dr. Mohmad Imran Ganaie: Lecturer (Contractual) at Govt. Degree College Shopian, Jammu and Kashmir, India
Dr. Mohmad Imran Ganaie is a Contractual Lecturer at the Department of Geography and Disaster Management, University of Kashmir, Srinagar, with a multidisciplinary background spanning geography, education, and disaster management. His research integrates environmental science, geomedical studies, and socio-economic development to address real-world challenges in the Kashmir region. With over a decade of academic and field experience, he has contributed significantly to studies on pesticide exposure, water quality, agricultural sustainability, gender dynamics, and community-based tourism.
Online Profiles
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Total Citations: 144 (Since 2020: 134)
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h-index: 7 (Since 2020: 6)
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i10-index: 5 (Since 2020: 4)
These metrics reflect the impact and recognition of Dr. Mohmad Imran Ganaie’s research in the academic community, highlighting both recent and overall contributions to geography, environmental science, and socio-economic studies.
Education
He holds a B.A. and M.A. in Geography, a B.Ed and M.Ed in Education, and a Post Graduate Diploma in Disaster Management, combining technical, pedagogical, and applied research skills. Dr. Ganaie qualified the Jammu & Kashmir State Eligibility Test (JKSET) and UGC-NET, demonstrating his proficiency in higher education standards. He has also completed specialized online courses, including a credit course in Biogeography through SWAYAM, reflecting his commitment to continuous professional development and interdisciplinary learning.
Research Focus
Dr. Ganaie’s research focuses on environmental health, geomedical analysis, and the socio-economic implications of agriculture and tourism. His studies emphasize the impact of pesticide use on water quality and human health, risk assessment of occupational hazards among farmers and teachers, and evaluation of tourism potential in Himalayan regions. He also investigates gender dynamics, occupational health, land-use change, and mental health impacts related to environmental and socio-economic factors, aiming to provide evidence-based recommendations for sustainable regional development.
Experience
He currently serves as a Contractual Lecturer at the University of Kashmir and has contributed as a Research Associate to ICSSR-funded projects studying tourism and poverty alleviation among tribal communities. Dr. Ganaie has delivered presentations at multiple international conferences, participated in research methodology workshops, and trained in geospatial technologies for sustainable development. His experience combines teaching, field research, project management, and scholarly peer review, bridging academic theory and practical application.
Research Timeline & Activities
Since 2018, Dr. Ganaie has actively conducted research and published over 20 peer-reviewed articles in high-impact journals covering environmental science, agriculture, geomedical studies, and socio-economic development. His research activities include field surveys, physico-chemical analysis of soil and water, GC-MS/MS analysis of pesticide residues, and statistical evaluation of occupational and public health data. He has presented research findings at both national and international forums, organized workshops, and reviewed scholarly work for journals globally, reflecting a sustained trajectory of scientific contribution.
Awards & Honors
Dr. Ganaie has received recognition for his academic excellence, including qualification in JKSET and UGC-NET, selection as a reviewer for numerous high-impact journals, and participation in ICSSR-supported research projects. His involvement in summer schools on geospatial technology, research methodology workshops, and international conferences highlights his dedication to advancing knowledge and mentoring the next generation of researchers.
Top Noted Publication
Among his influential works, “Transforming Lives: The Impact of Community-Based Tourism on Socio-Economic Development and Quality of Life in Shopian District, J&K—India”, published in the International Journal of Community Well-Being, Springer, 2025, stands out for its innovative analysis of tourism-driven socio-economic improvements. This publication exemplifies his interdisciplinary approach, linking geography, community well-being, and policy implications, and has received attention in both academic and applied development contexts.
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Health Risk Assessment of Pesticide Residues in Drinking Water of Upper Jhelum Region in Kashmir Valley‐India by GC‐MS/MS
MI Ganaie, I Jan, AN Mayer, AA Dar, IA Mayer, P Ahmed, JA Sofi
International Journal of Analytical Chemistry, 2023, Article 6802782
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Multicriteria Evaluation of Tourism Potential of Designated Tourist Destinations in Kashmir Himalayas, India
BA Lone, P Jeelani, MI Ganaie, SA Shah, IA Mayer
Journal of Quality Assurance in Hospitality & Tourism, 2025, 26(2), 167-184
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Pesticide Exposure of Farm Community Causing Illness Symptoms in Upper Jhelum Basin of Kashmir Himalaya, India
MI Ganaie, MA Wani, A Dev, IA Mayer
Environment, Development and Sustainability, 2022, 24(12), 13771-13785
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Geo-Economic Feasibility of Apple Orchards Across Physiographic Divisions in Kashmir Valley, India
FA Lone, SA Ganaie, MI Ganaie, MS Bhat, JA Rather
Journal of Geographical Studies, 2022, 6(1), 40-48
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A Study of Pesticide Residues in Different Fruits Collected from Different Fruit Markets of Lahore, Punjab
M Shafi, M Imran, M Sarwar, S Kalsoom, H Mujahid
Journal of Agroalimentary Processes and Technologies, 2014, 20(4), 298-303
Citations: 10