Om Rajendra Kathalkar

Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad

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Dr. Om Rajendra Kathalkar is an emerging environmental scientist whose work centers on urban air quality, with a particular focus on the spatial and temporal dynamics of fine particulate matter (PM₂.₅). His primary research area involves developing actionable methodologies to identify and characterize emission hot spots in complex urban environments. Dr. Kathalkar’s major contribution is the creation of a novel, replicable protocol for hunting PM₂.₅ emission hot spots in cities, a tool designed to bridge the critical gap between ambient air quality data and localized pollution sources. This protocol provides city planners and policymakers with a systematic approach to pinpoint high-emission areas, enabling more targeted and effective mitigation strategies. While his most cited work, published in 2023, has garnered early recognition with 2 citations, its significance lies in its practical utility for addressing a pressing global health concern. Dr. Kathalkar’s research is notable for its direct application to improving urban livability and public health outcomes, positioning him as a promising contributor to the field of environmental monitoring and sustainable urban development.