Dr. A. Antony Alosanai Promilton is an accomplished geologist and researcher specializing in hydrogeology, disaster vulnerability assessment, and geospatial applications in coastal environments, with a focus on groundwater exploration, hazard resilience, and renewable energy site selection. His research integrates geophysics, geochemistry, GIS, remote sensing, and analytical hierarchy process (AHP) for sustainable environmental management. He has published 16 peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters, presented his work at national and international conferences, and contributed significantly to applied geology with practical implications for groundwater potential mapping, cyclone disaster vulnerability assessment, and hydrogeochemical characterization. His studies have advanced methodologies in coastal solar site selection and submarine groundwater discharge investigations, showcasing interdisciplinary expertise. His research metrics include 16 publications, 15 citations, and an h-index of 2, reflecting his growing impact in the scientific community. Through his doctoral research at V.O. Chidambaram College, Tuticorin, he has contributed to coastal hydrogeology, groundwater geophysics, and geospatial decision-making models for disaster management and sustainable development. His professional engagements as a hydrogeologist, consultant geophysicist, and subject matter expert further highlight his applied skills and commitment to addressing critical environmental and societal challenges, positioning him as a promising researcher in geology and environmental sciences.
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Promilton, A. A., Ravindran, A., Pitchaimani, V. S., Kingston, J. V., & Karuppannan, S. (2025). Comprehensive hydrogeochemical characterization and seasonal water quality index analysis for sustainable groundwater management in Valliyur region, Southern Tamil Nadu, India. Scientific Reports, 15, 33251.
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Grace, C. A. Z., Soundranayagam, J. P., Promilton, A. J. A. A., Karuppannan, S., Alkhuraiji, W. S., Pitchaimani, V. S., Nahas, F., & Youssef, Y. M. (2025). Integrating remote sensing and geospatial-based comprehensive multi-criteria decision analysis approach for sustainable coastal solar site selection in Southern India. ISPRS International Journal of Geo-Information, 14, 377.
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Richard Abishek, S., Ravindran, A., Pitchaimani, V. S., Kaliraj, S., Kingston, J. V., Promilton, A. A. A., & Jerin Joe, R. J. (2025). Hydrogeophysical characterization of groundwater and subsurface geology using vertical electrical sounding and GMS modeling in Srivaikundam region, Southern Tamil Nadu. Modeling Earth Systems and Environment, 11(5), 1–20.
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Grace, C. A. Z., Soundranayagam, J. P., Promilton, A. A., Pitchaimani, V. S., & Roy, E. A. (2024). Synergizing hazard resilience and renewable energy potential for smart coastal development: A GIS-MCDA approach in Thoothukudi, India. Nanotechnology Perceptions, 20(S13), 2608–2628.
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Promilton, A. A., Antony, Z. G. C., Soundranayagam, J. P., & Viswasam, S. P. (2025). Mapping of cyclone disaster vulnerability using geospatial techniques and analytical hierarchy process: Implications for resilient urban planning in coastal city of Southern Tamil Nadu. Disaster Advances, 18(5), 1–15.
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Aswin, S. K., Pitchaimani, V. S., & Promilton, A. A. (2025). Flood susceptibility assessment for coastal villages of Southern Tamil Nadu: An integrated GIS and AHP approach. Disaster Advances, 18(4), 1–12.
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Ramasubramanian, S., Ravindran, A., Abishek, R. S., Promilton, A. A., & Rajendran, A. (2025). An application of remote sensing and GIS in groundwater potential zones for sustainable urban development in coastal areas between Cheikulam and Kolachal, Southern India. Applied Geomatics, 17(1), 1–10.
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Ravindran, A., Promilton, A. A., Kingston, J. V., & Ramasubramanian, S. (2024). Multicriteria analysis of groundwater potential in Valliyur region, Tamil Nadu: Integrating remote sensing, GIS, and analytical hierarchy process. Water Conservation Science and Engineering, 9(3), 1–15.
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Ravindran, A., Rajendran, A., Abishek, R. S., Promilton, A. A., & Ramasubramanian, S. (2024). Geophysical exploration of tectonic signatures in Proterozoic quartzite of the Kovilpai region, Southern India: A study in the Kurumalai and Oodumalai hills. Carbonates and Evaporites, 39(2), 1–18.
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Ravindran, A., Antony, A., Promilton, A. A., & Ramasubramanian, S. (2024). Geophysical and geochemical studies on sinking stream occurrence in Ayankulam village of South Tamil Nadu, India. Journal of Geological Studies, 12(1), 1–10.