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Assistant Professor
Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology
The University of Tokyo, Japan
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Overview
I am an engineer and have been serving as an Assistant Professor at BUET, Bangladesh, since 2015. I completed my bachelor's and master's at BUET and obtained my PhD from The University of Tokyo, Japan. In addition to teaching postgraduate courses, I have collaborated in various research projects, primarily focusing on disaster management and climate change adaptation. My current research promotes sustainable disaster resilience by combining technology with nature and incorporating gender-sensitive approaches. With over a decade of experience mentoring postgraduate fellows, I am well-equipped to closely monitor student research and offer essential guidance throughout their academic journey.
"In the face of escalating natural disasters, global pandemics, economic challenges, and rapid technological advancements, it is crucial to prioritize sustainability to minimize loss and damage while enhancing our preparedness. My research interest therefore is driven by a desire to bridge conventional technologies and nature-based solutions in a sustainable way."
Saleemul Huq Memorial Scholarship: Project Update
2024-10-18
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Civil and environmental engineering | Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering
2019-04-01 - 2023-06-15
In line with my academic studies, my doctoral research focused on the improvement of flood management approaches in Japan, using paddy fields as reservoirs. Improvement of Flood management approaches in Japan using empty paddy fields as natural flood reservoirs in addition to conventional hard infrastructure like dams and reservoirs was assessed using a modified basin-version of the hydrological model H08. This research found out the natural paddy fields have some benefits in reducing peak flood discharge, and this research can be replicated to assess flood management potential in similar Asian countries with agricultural fields.
Water resources management | Master of Science
2013-05-01 - 2016-03-30
My academic research was conducted to investigate the prospect of winter crops in South-West coastal area of Bangladesh under several climate change scenarios. It was found that common winter crops will show improved production and yield in those areas given the irrigation water supply from re-excavated canals and nearby rivers are stable and the crop cultivation season is kept almost within the conventional timing, specially to avoid cold stress on crop development.
Water resources engineering | Bachelor of Science in Engineering
2008-01-01 - 2013-02-13
My academic research was focused on statistical characterization of hydrological data of the Jamuna River system and assessment of the Jamuna River bank protection, comparing conventional bank protection strategies.
CAP-NET Virtual Campus | Water resources management
2015-11-13
University of Dhaka, Bangladesh | Disaster management
2015-10-27
Center for Environmental and Geographic Information Service (CEGIS), Bangladesh | Water resources management
2015-04-02
IDRC, Canada | Research methodology
2014-12-22
IDRC, Canada | Water resources management
2013-11-08
Ministry of Education in Japan |
April 1, 2019
IDRC, Canada |
May 1, 2013
Bangladesh | Assistant Professor
2018-08-01 - 2018-07-31
Instruct in post-graduate courses, supervise student research and work as a mentor for Master` and PhD students of South Asian Water Fellowship (SAWAS) program. Collaborate with faculty members in national and international research projects, conduct field investigations, develop research articles, and pursue government-level research output dissemination. Provide consultation in government development projects, mainly in hydrological design and feasibility analysis.
Bangladesh | Lecturer
2015-02-25 - Present
Conduct research for international collaborative projects and participate in field investigations for primary data collection. Provide lectures and prepare hands-on training exercises to illustrate application of Agricultural and Hydrological Modelling, Satellite Image Analysis Techniques, etc.
