Advanced Landslide Susceptibility Modeling: Effects on Sustainability and Human and Economic Welfare

This contributed volume covers a broad range of topics related to landslide susceptibility including modeling, related social issues, resulting natural resource depletion, sustainability challenges, and more. The book is divided in six sections. Section I contains the introductory chapters where the book takes a multidisciplinary approach to exploring conceptualizations of landslides and other disasters. Section II discusses geographical and geological aspects of landslides, including various susceptibility modeling techniques and accuracy assessments. Section III addresses the roots and causes of landslides. Section IV highlights landslides' impact on the populations near where they take place. Section V discusses sustainability in the context of landslides and other disasters. Section VI concludes the book with a discussion of ways to reduce landslides and prepare for them in Tamil Nadu, India.

Dr. R. M. Yuvaraj is a distinguished academician and researcher specializing in Environmental Geography, Geo-informatics, and Disaster Risk Assessment. Currently an Assistant Professor at the University of Madras, he is committed to advancing research in geospatial technologies and environmental sustainability. He holds a Ph.D. in Geography, focusing on agricultural land transformation and land degradation. Dr. Yuvaraj has qualified twice for the UGC-NET and holds both Junior and Senior Research Fellow positions. His research areas include GIS, remote sensing, environmental modeling, landslide risk forecasting, air and water quality assessment, and sustainable tourism. He has authored two books, Eco-Tourism: A Geographical Perspective and Physical Geography, and published extensively in prestigious journals like Journal of Coastal Conservation and Applied Water Science. Dr. Yuvaraj is also a reviewer for leading academic journals and has contributed chapters to Springer Nature. Recognized for his academic achievements, including the Young Scientist Award, Dr. Yuvaraj has organized faculty development programs and academic workshops. A strong advocate for integrating AI and GIS into environmental management, his work bridges theoretical research and practical applications, fostering sustainability and disaster resilience globally.

Dr. M.V. Karunambigai is an esteemed academician and researcher with over 14 years of experience in Tourism and Travel Management. Currently serving as Associate Professor and Head of the Department at J.B.A.S. College for Women, Chennai, she has contributed to curriculum development, academic research, and quality enhancement. Dr. Karunambigai holds a Ph.D. in Geography, specializing in Tourism, and has extensive qualifications in Geography, Human Resource Management, and History. Her research focuses on sustainable tourism, religious tourism, and heritage management. With industry experience in tourism and the corporate sector, she blends practical insights into her teaching and research.

Dr. Gopal V is an environmental geoscientist specializing in geochemistry, environmental pollution, sedimentology, and coastal ecosystem studies. He is an Assistant Professor (Research) at the Centre for Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai. With a Ph.D. in Applied Geology and a UGC-DS Kothari Postdoctoral Fellowship, Dr. Gopal has made significant contributions to understanding coastal and estuarine systems, particularly along India’s coastline. He has authored over 39 publications on heavy metal contamination, ecological risks, and paleoclimate reconstructions. Dr. Gopal has mentored 30+ students and collaborates extensively on environmental research, making him a leader in the field.