- Name :Prof. P. Suneetha
- Designation : Head of the Department
- Phone : 0891 2844634, 4633 , 2591438
- Email: head.meteorology@andhrauniversity.edu.in
PROFILE
The Department of Meteorology and Oceanography, Andhra University is first of its kind in Southeast Asia to have initiated teaching and research programmes in Meteorology and Oceanography which is established in the year 1948 to educate the students in Oceanic and Atmospheric sciences. After 75 years of its fruitful service to the nation in the supplying of trained manpower, the department still occupies its unique position in India to offer advanced courses of national importance. In the recent years, the department is in collaboration with national and international institutions for research work. Significant contributions include: Identification and estimation of Upwelling zones in North Indian Ocean Dynamics involved in the formation of Sand-spit near Kakinada Internal waves generation and propagation using SAR images Real time prediction models for tropical cyclones of Bay of Bengal Statistical models prediction of seasonal rainfall of Indian monsoon Real time high resolution short range weather prediction for Andhra region Since its inception it has produced eminent alumni who contribute for the development of Meteorology and Oceanography at the National and International levels. For its meritorious services over the years the department was identified by DST-FIST sponsored department for strengthening the teaching and research in the fields of Meteorology and Oceanography. Added advantage comes as research institutions like ISRO,NIO,IITM,IMD,SAC,INCOIS,DRDO are in collaboration with the department.
? Inception : 1948. First in Asia to offer post graduate teaching and research programs in Meteorology and Oceanography.
Main contributors: :
- Prof. R. Ramanadham
- Prof. V.P. Subhrahmanyam
- Padmabushan Prof. P. Koteswaram
? The Department is pioneer in the training and education in Meteorology & Oceanography since 60 years
NAAC PRESENTATION
PROGRAMS
| Sl.No | Name of the Program | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PG Programmes | ||||
| 1 | M.Sc. (Meteorology) | |||
| 2 | M.Sc. (Physical Oceanography) | |||
| 3 | M.Tech. Atmospheric Sciences | |||
| 4 | M.Tech. Oceanic Science | |||
| Doctoral Programme | ||||
| 1 | Ph.D. (Meteorology and Oceanography) | |||
| Name | Designation | Qualification | Specialization |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prof. P.Suneetha | Professor Head of the Department & Chairman BOS for Department of Geo Physics |
M.Sc., Ph.D Meteorology, M.Tech. Atmospheric sci. | Air-sea interaction, climate modelling and extreme weather events |
| Prof. C.V.Naidu | Professor & Chairman BOS for Department of Meteorology and Oceanography & Head of the Department of Geo Physics | M.Sc., Ph.D Meteorology | Tropical Meteorology and Monsoon Dynamics |
| Dr.V.Lakshmana Rao | Assistant Professor (C) | M.Sc., Ph.D Meteorology | Fluid Dynamics and Dynamics of the Atmosphere |
| Dr. K Muni Krishna | Assistant Professor (C) | M. Sc., Ph.D Physical Oceanography | Indian Ocean dynamics, Physical Oceanography |
| Dr. S.R. Rao | Assistant Professor (A) | M. Sc., Ph.D Physical Oceanography | Indian Ocean dynamics, Physical Oceanography |
| Prof.S.S.V.S Ramakrishna | Honorary Professor |
| Name | Positions Held |
|---|---|
| Prof. P. Koteswaram | Padmabushan recipient, WMO expert |
| Prof. T.S. Murthy, Canada | International authority on tsunamis |
| Advisor , Tsunami warning systems | |
| Prof. D.B. Rao | NCEP, Chief, Ocean forecast modelling,USA |
| Prof. T.N. Krishnamurthi, USA | International ly reknownd scientist |
| C.G.Rossby Medal from AMS | |
| Prof. V.B. Rao , Brazil | Senior Scientist, INPE, Brazil |
| Dr. K. Rupa Kumar, | WMO Expert, Climate change group |
| Dr. S.A. Hakeem | Bureau of Meteorology, Australia |
| Prof. N. Jaganmohan Rao, | WMO Expert |
| Dr. V.V.R. Varadachari | Former Director NIO |
| Dr. B.M. Reddy | Former Director, NPL |
| Chairman , PAMC and FIST programs, DST | |
| Dr. P. Sanjeeva Rao | Advisor, SERC Division, DST |
| Dr. Y.S. Rama Krishna | Director, CRIDA |
| Dr. R.R. Rao | Add. Director, NPOL |
On Going Research
| S. No | Title of the Project | Funding Agency | Budget |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | DST-FIST Head of the Department ( Principal Investigator ) | DST | 132 |
| 2 | Impact of Arabian Sea warming on Indian summer monsoon rainfall - Role of air-sea interaction, Prof P. Sunitha ( Principal Investigator ) | DST | 32.12 |
| 3 | Validation of weather extremes over Gangavaram Port using WRF model Prof. P. Sunitha ( Principal Investigator ) | Gangavaram Port | 15.88 |
| 4. | Identification and monitoring rip currents at Rushikonda Blue-flag certified beach,Visakhapatnam Prof. C.V Naidu ( Principal Investigator ) | SAC | 16.83 |
| 5. | Integrated Study of Hydrodynamic and Morphological Processes in Gautami Godavari Estuary using SWOT and Sentinel -3 Satellite Data. Prof. C.V Naidu ( Principal Investigator ) | SAC | 10.00 |
- Meteorological Electronics &Instruments Laboratory
- Synoptic Laboratory
- Computer Laboratory
- Physical Oceanography Laboratory
Chart Analysis
Computer Laboratory
Library
STUDENT SEMINARS / GROUP DISCUSSIONS
Weather Observations by Instruments
Measuring the mean sea level pressure with barometers in the Meteorological Instrument Laboratory
Automatic Weather Station on the roof of the Department
Solar radiation measuring instruments on the roof of the Department
E-Learning Class Room with Smart Screen
DST-FIST SPONSORED Mobile Air Pollution facility and Automatic Weather System
Monitoring rip currents at Rushikonda
STUDENTS AT FIELD TRAINING
Disaster Management and Diploma Courses offered in the Department
Entrance test for Placements
World Meteorological Day Celebrations
Grand Alumni Meet
