Dr. Reyaz Ahmad Dar is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Earth Sciences at the University of Kashmir. He earned his Ph.D. focusing on the tectono-geomorphic evolution of the Quaternary aeolian sediments in the Kashmir Valley. His research interests encompass Quaternary geology, river geomorphology, phytolith analysis, and paleoclimate studies, particularly within the Himalayan region.
Dr. Dar has contributed significantly to the understanding of the region's geological history through numerous publications. Notable works include studies on the tectono-geomorphic evolution of the Karewa Basin, implications of climate change on streamflows in the Upper Indus Basin, and the role of phytoliths as proxies in paleoenvironmental reconstruction.
As of 2025, his scholarly impact is reflected in over 1,200 citations, an h-index of 16, and an i10-index of 23. Beyond research, Dr. Dar serves as the Nodal Officer for the Directorate of Internal Quality Assurance (DIQA) at the University of Kashmir. ?
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Earth Sciences