Imran Ahmad | Hydrology GIS | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Imran Ahmad | Hydrology GIS | Best Researcher Award

Ā ProfĀ  at Woldia University,Ā  Ethiopia

Dr. Imran Ahmad is an Associate Professor at the Department of Hydraulic and Water Resources Engineering, Debre Tabor University, Ethiopia. He holds a Ph.D. in Environmental Science (Hydrology) and has 9 years of teaching and research experience. His areas of expertise include remote sensing, GIS, water resources management, and environmental monitoring. Dr. Ahmad has published 49 SCI/Scopus-indexed journal articles, with over 850 citations and an h-index of 12. He is actively involved in international conferences, guest editing journals, and contributing to projects focused on hydrological and environmental challenges in Ethiopia.

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šŸŽ“ Education

PhD in Environmental Science (Hydrology): Tamil University, India (2009-2013). Masterā€™s in Environmental Science: Specialized in hydrology and water resource management. Bachelorā€™s Degree: In foundational Environmental Science and water resource studies.Training Certifications: Specialized training in GIS, Water CAD, Global Mapper, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D, enhancing his applied knowledge in environmental monitoring and resource management. Research Methods: Expertise in statistical analysis using SPSS and Idrisi Selva software.

šŸ’¼ Experience

Associate Professor: Debre Tabor University, Ethiopia, with 9 years of teaching experience in hydraulic and water resource engineering. Researcher: Published 49 articles in SCI/Scopus-indexed journals, with research focused on remote sensing, hydrology, and environmental management. Courses Taught: Water resources management, remote sensing & GIS, soil and water conservation, groundwater engineering, urban drainage, environmental impact assessment, and more. Consultant & Trainer: Conducted training on GIS applications, water management, manuscript writing, and Scopus journal identification.

šŸ† Awards & Honors

Invited Speaker: Delivered invited talks on remote sensing and GIS applications at prestigious workshops and conferences. Editorial Roles: Guest editor for special issues on Remote Sensing and Hydrological Studies. International Reviewer: Reviewed papers for high-impact journals such as Environmental Monitoring & Assessment and Journal of Hydrology. Conference Reviewer: Active reviewer for international conferences, including DICTAP11 in France. Committee Member: IAMSET (International Association of Management Science and Engineering Technology).

šŸ” Research Focus

Remote Sensing & GIS: Focused on applying these technologies to water resource management and environmental monitoring. Hydrology: Investigating hydrological droughts, groundwater chemistry, and sustainable water management solutions. Water Resource Management: Specializing in watershed management, urban drainage systems, and water conservation strategies. Environmental Monitoring: Assessing the environmental impact and sustainability of water supply systems in arid regions. Ā Climate Change: Research on hydrological droughts and climate change impact in Ethiopian river basins.

Conclusion

Dr. Imran Ahmad’s impressive academic and research profile, combined with his dedication to teaching and community engagement, makes him a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His contributions to the fields of hydraulic and water resources engineering demonstrate a profound commitment to environmental sustainability and innovation. By addressing areas for improvement, such as funding acquisition and interdisciplinary collaboration, he can further amplify his impact and recognition within the research community.

Publications Top Notes

  1. Identification of hotspots and cold-spots of groundwater potential using spatial statistics
    Authors: Liu, T., Ahmad, I., Dar, M.A., Kifle, T., Angualie, G.S.
    Journal: Journal of Hydrology: Regional Studies
    Year: 2024

 

  1. Effect of watershed characteristics on river flow for the case of two watersheds, Megech and Gumaro, Upper Blue Nile Basin, Ethiopia
    Authors: Kassahun, F.A., Kifelew, M.S., Ahmad, I., Abate, F.S., Mesalie, R.A.
    Journal: Applied Water Science
    Year: 2024

 

  1. Exploratory regression modeling for flood susceptibility mapping in the GIS environment
    Authors: Fenglin, W., Ahmad, I., Zelenakova, M., Berhan, M., Shafi, S.N.
    Journal: Scientific Reports
    Year: 2023

 

  1. Configuring the groundwater potential zone spatially using optimized hotspot analysis
    Authors: Ahmad, I., Zelenakova, M., Fenta, A., Damtie, M., Nurye, M.
    Journal: Environmental Earth Sciences
    Year: 2023

 

  1. Identification of potential dam sites using OLS regression and fuzzy logic approach
    Authors: Fu, Z., Ahmad, I., Fenta, A., Tenagashaw, D.Y., Shumey, E.E.
    Journal: Environmental Sciences Europe
    Year: 2022

 

  1. Sources of aerosol optical depth and its distribution in Abbay basin, Ethiopia
    Authors: Ahmad, I., Fenta, A., Dar, M.A., Berhan, M., Mekuriaw, T.
    Journal: Applied Geomatics
    Year: 2022

 

  1. Influence of determinant factors towards soil erosion using ordinary least squared regression in GIS domain
    Authors: Ahmad, I., Shaaikh, J.A., Fenta, A., Andualem, T.G., Teshome, A.
    Journal: Applied Geomatics
    Year: 2022

 

SULEMANA SULEMANA | Information systems |Best Researcher Award

Mr. ā€ŒSULEMANA SULEMANA | Information systems| Best Researcher Award

Mr at ANBARIYA SHS Ghana

Driven by a passion for accounting and business, I aspire to excel as a researcher and educator, aiming for senior lecturer roles in esteemed institutions. With a robust educational background in accounting and teaching experience at Tamale Technical University and Anbariya Senior High School, I possess strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. My research contributions, including publications in prestigious journals, reflect my dedication to advancing knowledge in the field. As Audit Committee Chairman of the Ghana Muslim Student Association and General Secretary, I demonstrated leadership and organizational abilities. Committed to excellence, teamwork, and thriving in challenging environments, I seek opportunities to make impactful contributions to the accounting profession.

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Career Objective šŸš€

My career objective is to embark on a journey as a researcher in the field of accounting and business. Through dedication and contributions, I aim to ascend to the position of a senior lecturer in a higher institution or a researcher in an esteemed international research institution. I am seeking opportunities within fast-growing institutions to establish best practices in accounting, ultimately transforming it into a competitive advantage for organizations.

Vision šŸ‘ļø

My vision is to become a professional accountant, leveraging my expertise and knowledge to make significant contributions to the field and uphold the highest standards of professionalism.

Educational Background šŸ“š

University for Development Studies MCOM (Accounting) | 2019-2022 University of Education, Winneba Post Graduate Diploma in Education | 2019-2020 University for Development Studies Bachelor of Science in Computing with Accounting (Second Class Upper division) | 2011-2015 Presbyterian Senior High School West African Senior Secondary Certificate | 2007-2011

Working Experience šŸ’¼

Tamale Technical University Duration: March 2019 to July 2020Job Title: Part-time Tutor Responsibilities: Lecturing Diploma in Business Studies students on Economics Conducting exams, marking papers, and organizing extra lectures Anbariya Senior High School Duration: May 2018 to DateJob Title: Teacher Responsibilities: Preparation of lesson plans and schemes of work Delivery of lessons in a comprehensible manner Supervision of examinations and project works GN Bank Duration: June 2017 to April 2018Job Title: Accounts OfficerResponsibilities: Customer service and account management Marketing banking services and products Acting as branch manager in the absence of the manager MTN Ghana – Tamasco Office Duration: March 2017 to May 2017Job Title: Agent for Area Development (AAD)Responsibilities: Registration of MTN mobile money subscribers Typing and scanning of registration forms Tamale Polytechnic Duration: September 2015 to February 2016Job Title: Teaching Assistant Responsibilities: Assisting lecturers with teaching and grading Organizing extra lectures for student sVRA /NEDco Duration: July to August 2014Department: Accounts Payable Office Responsibilities: Payment processing and bank reconciliations Verification of payment vouchers National Health Insurance Duration: May to June 2014Department: Public Relations Office Responsibilities: Member registration and card distribution

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Personal and Professional Abilities šŸ’”Proficiency in bank reconciliation statement preparation Strong communication skills Competence in Microsoft Office Suite Ability to work effectively in a team Research šŸ“ŠI have contributed to research on the topic “Mobile infrastructure quality, regulatory quality, government effectiveness: Does e-government development matter?” published in the International Journal of Information Systems and Development. Extra-Curricular Activities šŸŽ‰Audit Committee Chairman of Ghana Muslim Student Association (2014/2015)General Secretary of Ghana Muslim Student Association (2013/2014)Assistant Agricultural Prefect at Presbyterian Senior High School (2010/2011)Interests šŸŒŸExcellence and professionalism Collaborative teamwork Thriving in challenging environments Hobbies šŸŽ®Reading Soccer Keeping up with current events through news reading or watching

 

Publications Top Notes šŸ“

 

Title: Mobile Infrastructure Quality, Regulatory Quality, Government Effectiveness: Does E-Government Development Matter?

Journal: The Electronic Journal of Information Systems in Developing Countries

Date: 2024-04-24

DOI: 10.1002/isd2.12330

Contributors:
  1. Sulemana Inusah
  2. Adam Ibrahim Osman
  3. Salifu Zaruk Narsam

 

Kulsoom Saima Bughio | Information System | Women Researcher Award

Ā Mrs. Kulsoom Saima Bughio | Information System| Women Researcher Award

Ā Mrs. Edith Cowan University Australia,Ā  Australia

šŸ‘©ā€šŸ”¬A diligent and ambitious researcher nearing completion of a PhD in Computing and Security from the esteemed School of Science at Edith Cowan University, WA. My research endeavors focus on the intersection of Semantic modeling and reasoning applied to the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT), aiming to identify and address cyberattacks and vulnerabilities in medical devices within healthcare systems. Alongside my academic pursuits, I’ve honed my teaching skills within the field of computer science, contributing to the academic growth of students. With a robust understanding of both theoretical concepts and practical applications in computer science, I offer a unique perspective to my work and possess a penchant for thriving in challenging and dynamic environments. I am enthusiastic about collaborating with like-minded individuals and organizations to foster innovation and advancement in the field.

 

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ExperiencešŸ’¼

Jan 2022 – Present | Casual Academic Edith Cowan University, Joondalup Campus. Jan 2024 – Present | Academic Teacher
Curtin College and University. Mar 2018 – Present | Assistant Professor University of Sindh, Pakistan. Aug 2014 – Mar 2018 | Lecturer University of Sindh, Pakistan. Jan 2013 – Jan 2016 | Visiting Faculty (Computer Science) University of Sindh Pakistan, at Thatta Campus. Apr 2012 – Aug 2014 | Teaching Assistant University of Sindh Pakistan. Dec 2015 – Jun 2019 | Focal Person (Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif Laptop Scheme) HEC: Higher Education Commission, Pakistan. Sep 2011 – Jan 2012 | Science Teacher City School, Thatta Pakistan. May 2011 – Aug 2011 | IT Trainer. GIBCE: Government Institute of Business and Commercial Education Mar 2010 – Mar 2011 | Lecturer. GGDCT: Government Girls Degree College Thatta, Sindh, Pakistan Jan 2010 – Dec 2014 | Volunteer and Supporter SHSO-Sindh Human Support Organization Sujawal, Thatta, Pakistan. Feb 2009 – June 2009 | IT Trainer BBSYDP Pakistan: Benazir Bhutto Shaheed Youth Development Program.

EducationšŸŽ“

2019 – Present | PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) Edith Cowan University, Joondalup, WA 2013 – 2015 | M.Phil. (Master of Philosophy) University of Sindh, Jamshoro, Pakistan GPA: 4.0/4.0 2010 – 2011 | C.T (Certificate in Teaching) Technical College, Thatta, Sindh, Pakistan Grade: A Division 2009 – 2010 | B. Ed (Bachelor of Education) University of Sindh, Jamshoro, Pakistan GPA: 3.78/4.0 2004 – 2007 | BS (Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons)) University of Sindh, Jamshoro, Pakistan

SkillsšŸ› ļø

  • Project Management
  • Written and Verbal Communication
  • Team Leadership
  • Data Management
  • Technical Documentation
  • Problem-Solving
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Time Management

Certifications šŸ“œ

Various Certifications obtained during PhD study and Casual Teaching at Edith Cowan University, including PDA Trainings, Epigium, Risk management, Ethical Management, etc., spanning from 2019 to 2023. Certificate of participation as a Presenter and Team Leader for the “WA HEALTH HACKATHAN 2022” organized by WA Data Science Innovation Hub on August 18th, 2022. Certificate of participation as a Team Leader for “ECU Open Day” organized on July 31st, 2022. Worked as a Team Leader for the TCP-ECU program held at ECU Perth along with four campuses: Joondalup, Mount Lawley, Bunbury, and Southwest from August to November 2022. Certificate of Completion for Training as a Microsoft Office Specialist by Microsoft on December 30th, 2017. Training Workshop Certificate on ā€œSocial Research Methods (SRMs)ā€ at FESEA Library, Area Study Centre for East and South Asia, University of Sindh, Jamshoro with the collaboration of Higher Education Commission, from February 6th to 17th, 2017. Certificate of Participation for the Seminar and Training, ā€œAchieving Excellence in Researchā€, organized in Hyderabad, by the collaboration of Research Gateway Society and the Australian Islamic Library, on November 5th, 2016. Certificate of Participation for the training program on ā€œChinese Language Courseā€ at Chinese Corner, Digital FESEA Library, Area Study Centre, University of Sindh, Jamshoro- Pakistan, from August to September 2016. Training Workshop Certificate on ā€œAcademic Excellenceā€ at the University of Sindh, Jamshoro, on November 26th, 2015. Training program Certificate on ā€œActive Citizens Training of Facilitatorsā€ at the University of Sindh Pakistan, with the collaboration of the British Council and the University of Sindh, from September 4th to 18th, 2015. Certificate of Participation during the 1st International Conference on WSNs (Wireless Sensor Networks) for developing countries at Mehran EUT Jamshoro, Pakistan, from April 24th to 26th, 2013. Graduate Program Internship for a bachelorā€™s in education (B. Ed), at County Cambridge High School Hyderabad from April 27th, 2010, to May 28th, 2010. Certificate of Training on ā€œWeb Developerā€ under the project titled Benazir Shaheed Youth Development Program at AIMS from February 1st, 2009, to May 31st, 2009. OCA (Oracle Certified Associate) from APTECH, Karachi, Pakistan, in 2007, with a score of 96%.

Awards and Recognition šŸ†

2024: School of Science Research Scholarship, $22,600. 2023-2024: School of Science HDR Tuition Fee Scholarship, $20,000. 2023: Nominated for Graduate Women in WA (GWWA) Centenary Dinner. 2022: Nominated for Judging Committee for School of Science Symposium. 2019-2024: School of Science HDR Research Funding for Travel and Publication, $4,500. 2019-2023: ECU-HEC Scholarship (Edith Cowan University-Higher Education Commission Pakistan), Fully Funded Scholarship for PhD Studies.

Publications Top Notes šŸ“

  • Knowledge organization systems to support cyber-resilience in medical smart home environments
    • Authors: KS Bughio, LF Sikos
    • Book: Cybersecurity for Smart Cities: Practices and Challenges
    • Year: 2023
    • Pages: 61-69

 

  • An interactive system for visualization of cultural heritage objects of Sindh in a web-based environment
    • Authors: KS Unar, AM Unar, Z Patoli
    • Conference: 2016 Sixth International Conference on Innovative Computing Technology
    • Year: 2016

 

  • Knowledge organization system for partial automation to improve the security posture of IoMT networks
    • Author: KS Bughio
    • Journal: Procedia Computer Science
    • Year: 2023
    • Volume: 225
    • Pages: 3471-3478

 

  • Developing a Novel Ontology for Cybersecurity in Internet of Medical Things-Enabled Remote Patient Monitoring
    • Authors: KS Bughio, DM Cook, SAA Shah
    • Journal: Sensors
    • Year: 2024
    • Volume: 24
    • Issue: 9
    • Pages: 2804

 

  • Reconstruction and archival approaches with 3D visualization of Cultural Heritage in Museums of Sindh Region
    • Authors: AM Unar, KS Unar, S Talpur, TJ Khanzada
    • Conference: 2019 IEEE 6th International Conference on Engineering Technologies and ā€¦
    • Year: 2019

 

  • Visualization and interaction methods for portable antiquities of Sindh
    • Authors: KS Unar, Z Patoli, S Chandio, S Solangi

 

 

Ehsan Pashanejad | spatial analysis | Young Scientist Award

Ā Mr. Ehsan Pashanejad | spatial analysis | Young Scientist Award

Ā Mr. The University of British Columbia Okanagan, Canada

šŸ‘©ā€šŸ”¬ As part of the NSERCResNet strategic network, I am immersed in modeling the intricate interactions among multiple ecosystem services across the Canadian Prairies for my PhD program. My MSc research delved into various aspects of ecosystem change impacts, vulnerability, community resilience, and the interactions between human and natural systems. I’ve conducted hydrological ecosystem service mapping for local climate change adaptation and mitigation planning in the Comox Valley, Vancouver Island, as part of the UBC sustainability scholar program. Proficient in mapping and modeling ecosystem services, environmental complexities, and geospatial analysis, I’ve contributed to strategic spatial planning and decision-making processes on both small and large scales in Iran and Canada. Moreover, I’ve collaborated with federal government agencies like Parks Canada, where I conducted climate change vulnerability assessments for species at risk in Wood Buffalo National Park.

 

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Education šŸ“ššŸŽ“

PhD in Earth and Environmental Sciences University of British Columbia, Okanagan (UBCO), CanadaPh.D. Project: Modeling the interactions of Ecosystem Services Supply Using a Spatial System Framework across the Canadian PrairieThesis Supervisor: Prof. Lael Parrott. M.Sc. in Geography and Spatial PlanningTarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran Thesis Title: Impact Assessment of Urmia Lake Ecosystem Changes on Spatial Organization in the Eastern Region Thesis Supervisor: Dr. Mojtaba Rafieian. Bachelor of Art (B.A.) in Geography and Urban PlanningUniversity of Tabriz, Tabriz, Iran Graduation Project: Sustainable Urban Development in Azarshahr County Supervisor: Prof. Mohammadreza Pourmohammadi

Awards, Honours, Grants šŸ†šŸ’°

2023: Young Scientist Summer Program Participant at the International Institute for Advanced System Analysis, Laxenburg, Austria2020: Graduate Deans Entrance Scholarship from the University of British Columbia Okanagan Campus, Canada2020: Graduate Research Assistantship funded by the Natural Sciences and Engineering Council of Canada (NSERCResNet)2018: Travel Grant to Potsdam Summer School, Germany2017: Top Book Award in Tenth Harakat National Festival, Tehran, Iran2015-2016: Winner of 5 awards from the Iranian Elite Foundation, Iran

Research Experience šŸ“šŸ”

September 2020 – 2023 (current):Expected completion year: 2024Position: Graduate Research Assistant, University of British Columbia (UBC), Okanagan Campus Responsibilities: Ecosystem Service Supply Modeling and Mapping Sep 2013 – Jan 2016:Position: Climate Change Research Assistant, Parks Canada, Vancouver, Canada Responsibilities: Conducted Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment for species at Risk in Wood Buffalo National Park Worked with Nature Serve Sep 2008 – Jul 2012:Position: Research Assistant at Geography and Planning Lab, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran Responsibilities: Conducted Environmental Vulnerability Assessment Studied Rural Community Resilience Engaged in GIS-based MCDM (Multi-Criteria Decision Making)2017-2018:Position: Research Assistantship at Geographical Research Centre, University of Tabriz Responsibilities: Explored Regional Resilience and Environmental Changes Studied Environmental Vulnerability

Teaching Experience šŸ“ššŸ‘Øā€šŸ«

Jan 2021 – Present: Position: Teaching Assistant at The University of British Columbia, Okanagan Campus Courses: GEOG 109 (Earth Systems: Landscape Dynamics)GEOG 108 (Earth Systems: Weather, Climate, and Life)GISC 381 (Fundamentals of Geographic Information Science)

Work Experience šŸ’¼šŸŒ

May 2022 – Aug 2022:Position: Graduate Research Assistant, UBC, Okanagan Campus Responsibilities: Conducted Hydrological Ecosystem Service Mapping in the Comox Valley for local climate change mitigation plan Aug 2017 – Sep 2020:Position: Spatial Planner at Management and Planning Organization of East Azerbaijan Province, Tabriz, Iran Responsibilities: Preparing and Monitoring of Strategic Spatial Plan of East-Azerbaijan Province Apr 2018 – 2020:Position: Spatial Planner and GIS Expert at Apadana Economic Development Planners Engineer Consulting (BETA), Tehran, Iran Responsibilities: Part-time Collaboration with the West-Azerbaijan Province Strategic Spatial Plan Apr 2017 – Nov 2017:Position: Spatial Data Infrastructure (SDI) Project at Dadeh Pardazaneh Makan Mabna (DPMM) Consulting Engineer Responsibilities: Collaboration with The University of Tabriz, Spatial Data Infrastructure (SDI) Project of East-Azerbaijan Management and Planning Organization

Seminars and Conferences Attended šŸŽ“šŸŒ

International Conference on Geographic Environmental Impacts of Urmia Lake Conditions University of Tabriz, Tabriz, Iran, 23-24 Nov 2016The Conference on Political Reordering of Space and Optimal Governance of Tehran City Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran, Feb 2016The Conference on Decentralization and Reordering of the Capital in Iran Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran, Feb 2015

Publications Top Notes šŸ“

  • Spatial Assessment of the Relationship between Environmental Vulnerability and Rural Community Resilience in East-Azerbaijan Province
    • Authors: E Pashanejad-Silab, M Rafieian, M Pourtaheri
    • Journal: Journal of Research and Rural Planning
    • Year: 2017

 

  • VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENT OF URMIA LAKE CRISIS IN THE AGRICULTURE SECTOR AND RURAL COMMUNITY RESILIENCE CHALLENGES
    • Authors: E PASHANEJAD SILAB, M RAFIEIAN, S SHAYAN
    • Journal: GEOGRAPHY AND ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS
    • Year: 2017

 

  • The application of semantic modelling to map pollination service provisioning at large landscape scales
    • Authors: E Pashanejad, H Thierry, BE Robinson, L Parrott
    • Journal: Ecological Modelling
    • Year: 2023

 

  • Vulnerability Spheres identification of Urmia Lake Ecosystem changes on Eastern Spatial Organization
    • Authors: E Pashanzhad- Silab, M Rafieian, S Shayan
    • Journal: The Journal of Spatial Planning
    • Year: 2016

 

  • A Functional Connectivity Approach for Exploring Interactions of Multiple Ecosystem Services in the Context of Agricultural Landscapes
    • Authors: E Pashanejad, A Kharrazi, ZMF Araujo-Gutierrez, B Robinson, B Fath, …
    • Journal: Available at SSRN
    • Year: Not specified