Muhammad Arifur Rahman
Assistant Professor
Department of Environmental Science
Faculty of Environmental Science and Disaster Management
Office Address
Department of Environmental Science, Faculty of Environmental Science and Disaster Management, Patuakhali Science and Technology University, Dumki, Patuakhali-8602
Personal Profile
Biography
Currently, I hold the position of Assistant Professor in the Department of Environmental Science at Patuakhali Science and Technology University. My educational background includes both undergraduate and graduate degrees in Geography and Environmental Studies from the University of Chittagong. I briefly worked as a GIS officer for six months in the Emergency Rohingya Refugee Response Programme. My experience encompasses various research projects and development initiatives, focusing on natural resource management, climate migration, and environmental sustainability. My work has been featured in book chapters and research articles published in esteemed international journals and publications. I am driven by a passion for utilizing geospatial tools and methodologies to enhance environmental understanding and facilitate information dissemination. My ongoing research interests center on the application of ecosystem services and geospatial technologies to bolster disaster resilience and promote sustainable development in coastal communities.
Research Interest
Climate
Information Services, Environmental Sustainability, Coastal Ecosystem,
Geospatial Technology.
Previous Positions
Teaching overview
- ENS 212Oceanography
- ENS 213Oceanography (Practical)
Membership
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goal
Publications
Journal (3)
Md. Rasheduzzaman, Muhammad Arifur Rahman, and Professor Dr. Md. Shamsuzzoha
Rasheduzzaman, Md., Azim Uddin, Md. Shamsuzzoha, and Muhammad Arifur Rahman (2020). Analysis of Cyclone Shelter Patterns to Build a Better ShelterManagement: A Case Study of Bangladesh Southern Region. Asian J. of Social Sci. and Legal Studies, Universe PG, 2(3): 47-55
Rasheduzzaman, M., Uddin, A., Shamsuzzoha, M., & Rahman, M. A. (2020). Analysis of cyclone shelter patterns to build a better shelter management: a case study of Bangladesh southern region. Asian J. Soc. Sci. Leg. Stud, 2(3), 47-55.
Grants
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Eco-hydrological features and water quality assessment: A case on Halda river of Bangladesh
Successfully Completed
Research and Training Centre (RTC), Patuakhali Science and Technology University
(06/03/2023 → 06/10/2024)
Laboratory Based Research
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Sustainable Water Management: A Perception Based Study on Sitakunda Upazila in Changing Climate
Successfully Completed
Research and Training Centre (RTC), Patuakhali Science and Technology University
(06/01/2022 → 06/03/2023)
Qualitative Research
Supervision
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Award
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2023
Understanding Vulnerability of Displaced Climate Change induced Victim Women: A Case Study on Barishal District
Muhammad Arifur Rahman (Recipient), 2023
Prize: Promotional Fellowship, Awarded By- Social Science Research Council (SSRC), Planning Division, Ministry of Planning, Bangladesh
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2022
Advanced Research Techniques in Social and Environmental Science
Muhammad Arifur Rahman (Recipient), 2022
Prize: Training Award (Training Coordinator), Awarded By- Social Science Research Council (SSRC), Planning Division, Ministry of Planning, Bangladesh
| SL | Code | Title | File Uploaded Date | File Download Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ENS 212 | Oceanography | 2024-10-03 | |
| 2 | ENS 213 | Oceanography (Practical) | 2024-10-03 |