MSU geographer named MAS Fellow for scientific contributions
Contact: Sarah Nicholas
STARKVILLE, Miss.—Mississippi State Professor of Geography and Geographic Information Systems Shrinidhi Ambinakudige is a new fellow of the Mississippi Academy of Sciences for his significant contributions to geographical science.
The designation is one of MAS’s highest honors, awarded in a highly selective process to members who have demonstrated substantial advancements in their field. Fellows undergo a rigorous evaluation process, and this distinction highlights recognition of their professional achievements. Ambinakudige received the award at the recent MAS annual meeting in Biloxi.
“I am deeply honored to be named a fellow of the Mississippi Academy of Sciences,” said Ambinakudige. “This recognition reflects not only my years of dedication to research, teaching and service, but also the collective efforts of my colleagues, collaborators, students and the unwavering support of my family and friends. It is a meaningful milestone, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to continue contributing to the scientific community in Mississippi and beyond.”
A faculty member in MSU’s Department of Geosciences, Ambinakudige serves as the editor of Southeastern Geographer. His research focuses on the interactions between nature and society, specifically the human dimension of global environmental change. His work incorporates geographic information systems, or GIS, and remote sensing to examine topics such as land use, biodiversity, food security, cryosphere and migration patterns across multiple continents.
Ambinakudige earned his Ph.D. in geography from Florida State University and both his master’s and bachelor’s degrees from the University of Agricultural Sciences in Dharwad, India. A past recipient of the Early Faculty Grant Award from the Southeastern Division of the Association of American Geographers, he also is a certified GIS professional. His specialized affiliations include the Association of American Geographers, American Geophysical Union, and the American Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing.
Founded in 1930, MAS fosters collaboration among scientists statewide, promoting research and human welfare. The organization’s annual meeting features symposia, workshops and scientific presentations, and its Journal of the Mississippi Academy of Sciences publishes abstracts and research articles from its members.
For more details about MSU’s College of Arts and Sciences and the Department of Geosciences, visit www.cas.msstate.edu and www.geosciences.msstate.edu.
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