Welcome to My GIS Portfolio
Hello! I am Meenu Anil, an Erasmus Mundus Master’s student in Copernicus Digital Earth (CDE), passionate about GIS, Remote Sensing, SAR, and Geovisualization.
About Me
Hi! I’m Meenu Anil, currently pursuing the Erasmus Mundus Master in Geoinformatics and Earth Observation. I am in my 2nd semester at Paris Lodron University Salzburg, Austria and will specialize in Geovisualization and Geo-communication at Palacký University Olomouc, Czechia.
My research interests include humanitarian initiatives, climate change, data-driven GIS, radar & remote sensing. I focus on transforming geospatial data into actionable insights for sustainable and climate-resilient solutions.
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Skills
Software & Technologies
Programming
Desktop Publishing
Soft Skills
Languages
Experience
Friend In Need India Trust (FIN)
Feb 2025 – Current | Tamil Nadu, India- Researching the role of Effective Microorganisms (EM) in solid waste management in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
- Analyzing environmental sustainability and sanitation impacts.
Information Management Intern (Data Scientist) - UNHQ, DPPA-DPO
Aug 2022 – Nov 2022 | Remote, USA- Advanced data analysis using ArcGIS Enterprise for Peace Operations.
- Developed interactive dashboards, improving operational efficiency by 30%.
- Streamlined data management, reporting, and documentation processes.
ICT Consultant - UNESCAP
Nov 2021 – Mar 2022 | Remote, Thailand- Automated dashboards using Power BI, cutting manual analysis by 50%.
- Conducted training on Articulate Storyline for data visualization and reporting.
- Implemented solutions to optimize data workflows.
Economic Affairs Intern (GIS Analyst) - UNESCAP
Jan 2021 – May 2021 | Remote, Thailand- Georeferencing and spatial analysis for disaster risk management.
- Developed geospatial models and risk maps improving predictions by 40%.
- Contributed to UNDRR Asia-Pacific Disaster Risk Reduction Report 2021.
Education
Erasmus Mundus, Copernicus Master in Digital Earth (CDE)
Oct 2025 – CurrentParis Lodron University Salzburg & Palacký University Olomouc, Austria & Czech Republic
Master of Science: Computer Science with Geospatial Analytics
April 2021Cochin University of Science and Technology, Kerala, India
Bachelor of Science: Physics with Computer Applications
May 2017Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, Kerala, India
Portfolio Highlights
A curated showcase of academic excellence, leadership initiatives, professional certifications, and innovative GIS research.
Academic Projects
Advanced GIS and Earth Observation project integrating SAR and optical imagery analysis, web-based geospatial mapping, and spatial data modelling to support evidence-based decision-making aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Extracurricular & Leadership
Academic and research engagements, encompassing programming, summer schools, workshops, competitions, and collaborative innovation initiatives.
Certifications
Professional certifications and achievements demonstrating technical proficiency, analytical skills, and digital innovation.
Contact Me
Reach out for collaborations, research opportunities, or professional inquiries.