Prof. Imran Ahmad | Hydrology GIS | Best Researcher Award
Prof at Woldia University, 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.
Profile
🎓 Education
PhD in Environmental Science (Hydrology): Tamil University, India (2009-2013). Master’s in Environmental Science: Specialized in hydrology and water resource management. Bachelor’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.
💼 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.
🏆 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).
🔍 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. 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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