My research aims to develop a framework for optimal placement of low-cost environmental sensors to characterize spatiotemporal trends of hazards (e.g., air/water pollution and flooding) in coastal communities. I am applying information theory approaches to find equitable and economical solutions for sensor placement. My previous research has focused on probabilistic modeling, risk assessment, uncertainty quantification, and decision-making in urban and built environments. I hold my Ph.D. degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University and my M.S. and B.S. degrees in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Seoul National University.

My current research revolves around the hydrodynamic modeling of tidal wetlands and studying the wetland response to climate change and tidal restoration. During my Ph.D. program at UTA, I worked on statistical modeling of compound flooding events across the US coasts considering sea level rise and future uncertainty. I received my BS in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Amirkabir University of Technology and my MS from Sharif University in Tehran. When I am not working on my research projects, I usually read books, watch movies, Anime, and live sports, or play football.

I am an Earth enthusiast driven to unravel our planet's mysteries and promote sustainability. With a B.Sc. in Civil Engineering from Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology, where I worked on Probabilistic Seismic Hazard Assessment, I aspire to become an expert in water engineering, integrating other diverse engineering fields. My research focuses on leveraging real-time data to address hazards, particularly floods, and to optimize resilient infrastructure design. In a world grappling with climate change, I aim to enhance community flood resilience through crowdsourced mobile data, dynamic metrics, and equitable disaster preparedness. Beyond academics, I cherish life's simple pleasures, including hiking, biking, music, movies, TV series, poetry, novels, badminton, and the continuous pursuit of new ideas and arts.

I am a PhD student who has always been fascinated by water. I hold both a bachelor's and a master's degree in civil engineering from the University of Puerto Rico at Mayaguez. During my master’s, I worked with GIS to delineate contamination pathways in the karst aquifer system of northern Puerto Rico. Now, my firsthand experience with the devastating impact of hurricanes has deepened my research interests at the intersection of engineering and communities. With the escalating effects of climate change on vulnerable communities, I am now focused on studying areas susceptible to rising sea levels and flooding. Beyond academia, I have several years of industry experience working on various water resource projects, including HH studies and scour analysis for bridges. Additionally, I homeschooled my two boys. In my free time, I enjoy gardening (not in Texas summers), spending time in nature (also not in Texas summers!), and traveling. I cherish family time, especially our Sunday tradition of watching TV game shows, particularly trivia games. My husband and I also serve as worship directors at our church, where we lead the music ministry.

I began my work in Water Resources during my undergraduate program at the Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology. During this time, I developed a numerical model (HEC-RAS) to assess the salinity variability in the coastal zone of Bangladesh under changing climate. I then joined the Institute of Water Modeling and gained hands-on experience in coastal zone management by applying different numerical models (MIKE, Delft3D). Later, I resumed my graduate studies at the University of Southern Mississippi in the Marine Science Division. There, I applied a hydrodynamic model (ROMS) to assess the circulation in the Mississippi Sound under extreme freshwater inflow scenarios. As a PhD student at UTA, my research work focuses on developing compound flood models to support community-level resilience to coastal and riverine flood hazards. Besides my study and research, I like to play with my son and go for road trips to explore nature.

I am a UT Arlington Civil Engineering undergrad who is highly interested in a combination of water resources and environmental science. My passion for the fields grew while working in my hometown's water treatment plant! When I'm free, I love to spend time exploring and running outdoors, plus singing karaoke (rarely at the same time).

I am majoring in civil engineering at UT Arlington with the intent to specialize in hydrology and hydraulics. My dream goal is to move to a coastal city and be involved with engineering projects there. In my free time I enjoy fishing, watching anime and movies, as well as playing tennis and soccer.