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Md Abdur Rahim

Associate Professor
Department of Disaster Resilience and Engineering
Faculty of Environmental Science and Disaster Management

Office Address

Department of Disaster Resilience and Engineering, Faculty of Environmental Science and Disaster Management, Patuakhali Science and Technology University (PSTU), Dumki, Patuakhali-8602.

Phone

+8801724008482

Email

Personal Profile


Biography

Md Abdur Rahim is an Associate Professor (Study Leave) in the Department of Disaster Resilience and Engineering, Faculty of Environmental Science and Disaster Management of Patuakhali Science and Technology University (PSTU), Bangladesh. Before joining PSTU, he served as a Junior Hydrogeologist at the Institute of Water Modelling (IWM), Dhaka-1230, Bangladesh. MAR teaches and researches Societal Resiliency to Disasters, Geotechnical Engineering, Geo-hazards, and Hydro-hazards. His research interests include River Flood Mitigation and AI approaches in risk monitoring, mitigation, and management-related sciences. He has published more than 25 articles in national and international journals.

As Research Staff (PSTU) of the ASCENT (Advancing Skill Creation to ENhance Transformation) Project led by the University of Huddersfield, UK, he has participated in several national and international training, workshops, and conferences in Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Sweden. He also participated in the “International Training Course on Silk Road Disaster Risk Reduction (SiDRR)” by the Institute of Mountain Hazards and Environment, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China, in 2019. In addition, he has performed in administrative activities of Patuakhali Science and Technology University (PSTU) as an Assistant Provost of Kabi Begum Sufia Kamal Hall, PSTU, Member of the ESDM Self-Assessment Committee of the Institutional Quality Assurance Cell, PSTU, and as the Chairman of the Department of Disaster Resilience and Engineering, PSTU.


Research Interest

Disaster Resilience, Geo-hazards, Engineering Geology, and AI

Qualifications

  • B. Sc. (Honours), University of Rajshahi, Rajshahi-6205 (2010)
  • M.Sc., University of Rajshahi, Rajshahi-6205 (2012)

Previous Positions

  • 2012-2014
    Junior Hydro-geologist Institute of Water Modelling (IWM)
  • 2014-2014
    Lecturer (Part-Time) Patuakhali Science and Technology University
  • 2014-2016
    Lecturer Patuakhali Science and Technology University
  • 2016-2021
    Assistant Professor Patuakhali Science and Technology University

Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goal


Publications

Journal (20)

Md Abdur Rahim

Multiple-model based prediction of weekly discharge of the Brahmaputra-Jamuna by assimilating antecedent hydrological regime

Rahim, Md. A., Liu, S., Hu, K., Li, H., Abedin, Md. A., & Akter, F. (2024). Multiple-model based prediction of weekly discharge of the Brahmaputra-Jamuna by assimilating antecedent hydrological regime. Geocarto International, 39(1). https://doi.org/10.1080/10106049.2024.24135

Md Abdur Rahim

Utilizing machine learning to evaluate heavy metal pollution in the world's largest mangrove forest

Proshad, R., Rahim, M.A., Rahman, M., Asif, M.R., Dey, H.C., Al, M.A., Islam, M. and Idris, A.M., 2024. Utilizing machine learning to evaluate heavy metal pollution in the world's largest mangrove forest. Science of The Total Environment, p.175746.

Dr. Raman Kumar Biswas

Assessment of Socio-Economic Impacts of River Bank Erosion: Enhancing Resilience in the Coastal Belt of Bangladesh

The Journal of Environment & Development

Most. Nusrat Binte Nur, and Sanjida Aktar

Analyzing the socio-economic impacts of salinity intrusion in a coastal union of Bangladesh

J. Sci. Technol. Environ. Inform. 13(01): 850-863 

Ayesha Siddiqua, Dr. Raman Kumar Biswas, Md. Afjal Hossain, and Most. Nusrat Binte Nur

Impacts of Natural Disaster on the People`s Livelihood and the Adaptation Strategies of Amrajuri, Pirojpur, Bangladesh

Aust. J. Eng. Innov. Technol., 5(6), 229-243

Ayesha Siddiqua, Dr. Raman Kumar Biswas, Md. Faisal, and Most. Nusrat Binte Nur

Analyzing Differentiated Climate Change Impacts on Women in the Wetland Area: A Case Study on Sunamganj District

Asian J. Soc. Sci. Leg. Stud., 5(6), 266-277

Ayesha Siddiqua, Dr. Raman Kumar Biswas, and Most. Nusrat Binte Nur

Climate Vulnerability Assessment and Building Community Resiliency at Kalaskati Union, Bakerganj

American Journal of Pure and Applied Biosciences

Md. Rasheduzzaman, and Most. Nusrat Binte Nur

Flood Impacts Analysis and Mitigation Approach towards Community Resiliency at Nageshwari Upazila, Kurigram

Asian Journal of Social Sciences and Legal Studies

Md Abdur Rahim

Development of flood hazard map and emergency relief operation system using hydrodynamic modeling and machine learning algorithm

Journal of Cleaner Production

Volume 311, 15 August 2021, 127594

Md. Rasheduzzaman, and Most. Nusrat Binte Nur

Identifying Cyclone Shelter Facilities and Limitations for Enhancing Community Resiliency in Coastal Areas of Bangladesh

Asian J. Soc. Sci. Leg. Stud., 3(4), 107-118

Dr Md Nurul Amin, Dr. Md Abdus Sattar, Mawya Siddeqa, Md. Afjal Hossain, Md. Tariqul Islam, Md. Touhiduzzaman, Professor Dr. A K M Abdul Ahad Biswas, and Sanjida Aktar

Disaster vulnerability and mitigation of humanitarian issues in coastal Bangladesh: Local evidence and knowledge gaps

Progress in Disaster Science

Volume 8, December 2020, 100138

Md Abdur Rahim

Geochemistry of subsurface Late Quaternary ironstones in Rajshahi and Bogra Districts, Bangladesh: implications for genetic and depositional conditions

  • Acta Geochim 38, 404–413 (2019)

Md Abdur Rahim

Determination of River Bank Erosion Probability: Vulnerability and Risk in Southern Shoreline of Bangladesh

International Journal of Energy and Sustainable DevelopmentVol. 3, No. 3, 2018, pp. 44-51

Ayesha Siddiqua, and Most. Nusrat Binte Nur

Community perception on adverse effects of natural hazards on livelihood and enhancing livelihood resiliency: A case study at Patharghata Upazila, Barguna

Procedia Engineering

Volume 212, 2018, Pages 149-156

Md Abdur Rahim

ASSESSMENT OF GROUNDWATER QUALITY AND ASSOCIATED HAZARD IDENTIFICATION IN THE BETAGI PAURASHAVA, BARGUNA DISTRICT, BANGLADESH

Barisal University Journal Part 1, 4(2):361-376 (2017) 

Md Abdur Rahim

GROUNDWATER QUALITY ASSESSMENT OF BARISAL CITY CORPORATION IN BANGLADESH

Barisal University Journal Part 1, 4(2):339-350 (2017) 

Md Abdur Rahim

SOCIO-ECONOMIC IMPACTS OF RIVER BANK EROSION ON DURGAPASHA UNION IN BAKERGANJ UPAZILA, BANGLADESH

Barisal University Journal Part 1, 4(1):165-183 (2017)

Dr. Md Abdus Sattar, and Md. Saifur Rahman

Community Perception on Climate Change and Adaptation Scenarios in Southern Part of Bangladesh

Journal of Health and Environmental Research2015; 1(2): 12-18

Dr Md Nurul Amin, Md. Saifur Rahman, Md. Shahin, Md. Touhiduzzaman, Professor Dr. A K M Abdul Ahad Biswas, and Professor Dr. Md. Shamsuzzoha

Climatic Hazards and Impacts on Agricultural Practices in Southern Part of Bangladesh

Journal of Health and Environmental Research2015; 1(1): 1-11Published online July 19, 2015

Md Abdur Rahim

Fluvial Morphology of Padma River between Charghat and Pakshi Areas in Bangladesh

Tech. J. River Res. Inst. 12(2), 64-76, 2014(December)

Grants

Supervision

Completed Supervision

  • Community Perception on Climate Change and Adaptation Scenarios in Southern Part of Bangladesh

    Supervisor: Md Abdur Rahim

    Intern-research > Undergradute
    Student: Md. Jalal Uddin

  • Identifying Cyclone Shelter Facilities and Limitations for Enhancing Community Resiliency in Coastal Areas of Bangladesh

    Supervisor: Md Abdur Rahim

    Intern-research > Undergradute
    Student: Most. Nusrat Binte Nur

  • Flood impacts analysis and mitigation approach towards community resiliency at Nageshwari upazila, Kurigram

    Supervisor: Md Abdur Rahim

    MS Thesis > MS/MBA
    Student: Most. Nusrat Binte Nur

  • Community Perception on Adverse Effects of Natural Hazards on Livelihood and Enhancing Livelihood Resiliency: A Case Study at Patharghata Upazila, Barguna

    Supervisor: Professor AKM Mostafa Zaman, Co-Supervisor: Md Abdur Rahim

    MS Thesis > MS/MBA
    Student: Ayesha Siddiqua

  • Assessment of Groundwater Quality and Associated Hazard Identification in the Betagi Paurashava, Barguna District, Bangladesh

    Supervisor: Md Abdur Rahim

    Intern-research > Undergradute
    Student: Uddipon Roy

  • Determination of River Bank Erosion Probability: Vulnerability and Risk in Southern Shoreline of Bangladesh

    Supervisor: Professor Chowdhury Quamruzzaman, DU, Co-Supervisor: Md Abdur Rahim

    MS Thesis > MS/MBA
    Student: Mahdi Hasan

  • Safe and Shortest Cyclone Evacuation Route Identification for Coastal Communities using GIS Application: Case Study of Mirzaganj Union, Patuakhali, Bangladesh.

    Supervisor: Md Abdur Rahim
    Other Supervisors : Professor Dr. Mehedi Ahmed Ansary, BUET (External Supervisor)
    Internship-research > Undergradute
    Student: Sraboni Sarker

  • Exploring Women Vulnerability in WASH Sector and Building Resilience through Community Innovative Practices in Kanthalia Upazila, Jhalakathi

    Supervisor: Md Abdur Rahim

    MS Thesis > MS/MBA
    Student: Nusrat Nadia

  • Vulnerability Assessment and Resilience to Cyclone: A Case Study at Kalapara, Patuakhali

    Supervisor: Md Abdur Rahim

    MS Thesis > MS/MBA
    Student: Mst. Rebeka Sultana Eva

  • River Bank Erosion at Jhalakathi: Socio-Economic Impacts Assessment and Mitigation Approaches

    Supervisor: Md Abdur Rahim

    MS Thesis > MS/MBA
    Student: Ishrat Jahan Ruma

  • Disaster Resiliency of the Coastal Forest Ecosystem Benefits: A Case Study at Kalapara Upazila, Patuakhali

    Supervisor: Md Abdur Rahim

    MS Thesis > MS/MBA
    Student: Shimul Sarker

  • Non-Structural Measures to Cyclone: A Case Study on Early Warning and Social Learning

    Supervisor: Md Abdur Rahim

    MS Thesis > MS/MBA
    Student: Yusuf Ali Molla

  • Assessing Women’s Vulnerability to Disasters and Women’s Engagement towards Resiliency: A Study at Gournadi Upazila, Barishal

    Supervisor: Md Abdur Rahim

    MS Thesis > MS/MBA
    Student: Afsin Islam

  • Climate Change Impacts on Slum Dwellers of Barishal City Corporation: Vulnerability Assesssment and Coping Strategies

    Supervisor: Md Abdur Rahim

    MS Thesis > MS/MBA
    Student: Ismat Ara Muna

  • Climate Change Impacts on Women in the Wetland Area: A Case Study on Sunamganj District

    Supervisor: Md Abdur Rahim

    MS Thesis > MS/MBA
    Student: Md. Kazi. Rokonuzzaman

  • Disaster Resilience through Women Vulnerability Assessment and Participatory Approach at Bodorkhali Union, Barguna

    Supervisor: Md Abdur Rahim

    MS Thesis > MS/MBA
    Student: Sumya Mishu

  • Increasing Children and Women Resiliency to Disasters through Vulnerability Assessment at Bhola District

    Supervisor: Md Abdur Rahim

    MS Thesis > MS/MBA
    Student: Md. Abdullah Al Sabid

  • Disaster Vulnerability Assessment and Building Resiliency at Patuakhali District

    Supervisor: Md Abdur Rahim

    MS Thesis > MS/MBA
    Student: Khadiza Akter Munmun

  • Assessment of Cyclone Vulnerabilities and Adaptation Strategies at Amtali, Barguna

    Supervisor: Md Abdur Rahim

    MS Thesis > MS/MBA
    Student: Ummey Tasnim

  • Assessment of Socio- Economic Impacts of River Bank Erosion and Enhancing Resiliency at Mehendiganj, Barishal

    Supervisor: Md Abdur Rahim

    MS Thesis > MS/MBA
    Student: Nusrat Akter

  • A Study on Solid Waste Management System in Barishal City Corporation

    Supervisor: Md Abdur Rahim

    MS Thesis > MS/MBA
    Student: Sanjida Sultana

  • Managing Coastal Community Cyclone Risk: A Focus on Cyclone Forecasting and Early Warning System

    Supervisor: Professor AKM Mostafa Zaman, Co-Supervisor: Md Abdur Rahim

    MS Thesis > MS/MBA
    Student: Md. Ibrahim Khalil

  • Analysis of the Impact of Payra River Bank Erosion and Suitable Techniques towards Resilient Adaptation: Barguna District Perspectives

    Supervisor: Professor AKM Mostafa Zaman, Co-Supervisor: Md Abdur Rahim

    MS Thesis > MS/MBA
    Student: Ruma Khanam

  • Assessment of Groundwater Quality and Identification of Associated Risk at Barguna Sadar and Amtoli Upazila, Barguna

    Supervisor: Professor AKM Mostafa Zaman, Co-Supervisor: Md Abdur Rahim

    MS Thesis > MS/MBA
    Student: Shamima Nasrin Mili

  • Improvement of Expansion Behavior of Clay Using Fly Ash

    Supervisor: Professor Md. Niamul Bari, RUET, Co-Supervisor: Md Abdur Rahim

    MS Thesis > MS/MBA
    Student: Md. Belal Hosain

  • Development of Resilient Community through Women Empowerment in Coastal Bangladesh

    Supervisor: Professor AKM Mostafa Zaman, Co-Supervisor: Md Abdur Rahim

    MS Thesis > MS/MBA
    Student: Kaminee Kanta Das

  • Hazardous Waste Risk Assessment and Management Process at Barisal City Corporation

    Supervisor: Md Abdur Rahim

    MS Thesis > MS/MBA
    Student: Sabbir Ahmed

  • Water Quality Assessment for Building Water Resiliency at Rangabali Upazila, Patuakhali

    Supervisor: Md Abdur Rahim

    MS Thesis > MS/MBA
    Student: S.M. Khurshid Alam

  • Socio-economic Impacts of River Bank Erosion: A Case Study on Payra River, Patuakhali

    Supervisor: Md Abdur Rahim

    MS Thesis > MS/MBA
    Student: Md. Golam Mustofa

  • Disaster Resiliency of the Coastal Forest Ecosystem Benefits

    Supervisor: Professor AKM Mostafa Zaman, Co-Supervisor: Md Abdur Rahim

    MS Thesis > MS/MBA
    Student: Sourov Paul

  • Enhancing Livelihood Resiliency through Developing Disaster Risk Reduction Strategies to Natural Disasters in Patuakhali District

    Supervisor: Professor AKM Mostafa Zaman, Co-Supervisor: Md Abdur Rahim

    MS Thesis > MS/MBA
    Student: Ayesha Siddiqua

  • Homestead Based Indigenous Technology for Disaster Resiliency in Coastal Regions of Bangladesh

    Supervisor: Professor AKM Mostafa Zaman, Co-Supervisor: Md Abdur Rahim

    MS Thesis > MS/MBA
    Student: Md. Asaduzzaman

  • Climate Change Impacts on Livelihood and Adaptation Mechanisms: A Case Study at Galachipa Upazila, Patuakhali

    Supervisor: Professor AKM Mostafa Zaman, Co-Supervisor: Md Abdur Rahim

    MS Thesis > MS/MBA
    Student: Tania Akter

  • Effect of Fines on Densification and Strengthening of Sand for Construction of Disaster Resilient Roads

    Supervisor: Professor Md. Niamul Bari, RUET, Co-Supervisor: Md Abdur Rahim

    MS Thesis > MS/MBA
    Student: Md. Mehedi Hassan Khan

  • Assessment of Community Resilience to Disaster: A Case Study of Chotto Bighai Union in Patuakhali

    Supervisor: Md Abdur Rahim

    Intern-research > Undergradute
    Student: Khadiza Akter Mummun

  • Enhancing Water Resilient Community through Quality Assessment: A Case Study at Mathbaria Paurashava, Pirojpur

    Supervisor: Md Abdur Rahim

    Intern-research > Undergradute
    Student: Sanjida Sultana

  • Socio-economic Impact of Riverbank Erosion in Chorbaria Union, Barisal District

    Supervisor: Md Abdur Rahim

    Intern-research > Undergradute
    Student: Nazia Tabassum Oni

  • The Role of Women and their Livelihood in Disaster Risk Reduction: A Case Study on Siddakati Union in Nalchity Upazila, Jalokathy

    Supervisor: Md Abdur Rahim

    Intern-research > Undergradute
    Student: Mohsin Khan

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    Email: arahim@pstu.ac.bd
    Phone: +8801724008482
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