Early Academic Pursuits :
He commenced his academic journey by obtaining a Bachelor's in Geography from Jamia Millia Islamia, India, in 1997. He pursued further studies and acquired a Master's in Geography from the same institution in 2001. His academic pursuit continued with an M.Sc. in Geoinformatics from the International Institute for Geoinformation Science and Earth Observation (ITC), Netherlands, in 2006. His zeal for academic exploration culminated in a Doctorate in Philosophy (Ph.D.) with a specialization in Geoinformatics from Jamia Millia Islamia in 2010.
Professional Endeavors :
He has demonstrated a prolific career in academia and research. He has been associated with King Khalid University, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, since January 2011, initially as an Assistant Professor, later as an Associate Professor, and presently as a Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering. His responsibilities encompass teaching various components of Civil Engineering, integrating cutting-edge technology like E-Learning, and conducting research projects while actively contributing to academic development and quality enhancement.
Contributions and Research Focus in Geosciences:
His research focuses on diverse domains including environment, hydrology, geosciences advanced remote sensing, and GIS. He is acclaimed for formulating, implementing, and evaluating research projects with a profound emphasis on Geoinformation technology and water resources engineering. His expertise spans image processing, geospatial, and geostatistical analysis, influencing advancements in urban and water informatics analysis.
Accolades and Recognition :
He has received numerous awards, including Excellency in teaching, academic development, quality, and research awards. His achievements encompass being recognized as one of the "Top 2% Scientists in the world" for the years 2021 and 2022 in the Geological & Geomatics Engineering category, acknowledging his influential contributions to the field.
Impact and Influence :
His influence extends beyond teaching and research, marked by leadership roles as a Quality Coordinator and Chairman in Academic Development and Quality Units. His multidimensional contributions have shaped the academic landscape, playing pivotal roles in accreditation assessments and promoting academic excellence.
Legacy and Future Contributions :
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