Shrinivasa Upadhyaya

Distinguished Professor Emeritus , Biological and Agricultural Engineering

Shrinivasa Upadhyaya is a Distinguished Professor Emeritus in the Biological and Agricultural Engineering Department at the University of California, Davis (UC Davis). He has had a significant academic career focusing on various aspects of agricultural engineering, particularly in precision agriculture, sensor development, and soil dynamics.

Academic Background and Career

Education: Upadhyaya earned his Ph.D. from Cornell University, where he specialized in agricultural engineering.
Research Interests: His research encompasses a wide range of topics including:
- Precision agriculture
- Sensor development and instrumentation
- GIS and mathematical modeling of biological processes
- Soil dynamics, tillage, traction, and irrigation management.1 2

Contributions and Achievements

Upadhyaya has contributed extensively to the field through his research and teaching, focusing on the integration of technology in agriculture to improve efficiency and sustainability.
He has published numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals and has been involved in various projects aimed at advancing agricultural practices using engineering principles.1 3

Contact Information

Email: skupadhyaya@ucdavis.edu
Phone: (530) 752-8770

Upadhyaya's work continues to influence the field of agricultural engineering, making significant strides towards modernizing agricultural practices through innovative engineering solutions.