Al Rabby Siemens

Resource Person

Mr. Al Rabby Siemens

Resource Person, BEMA

B.Sc. & M.Sc. (Thesis) in Geography and Environment – Jahangirnagar University

Academic Background:

B.Sc. & M.Sc. (Thesis) in Geography and Environment – Jahangirnagar University, Bangladesh

Expertise & Research Focus:

Mr. Al Rabby Siemens is a dedicated researcher and environmental modeler specializing in:

Wetland Ecosystems Modeling & Management – Focused on both freshwater and marine environments
Climate Change Impact Analysis – Utilizing GIS, remote sensing, and computational modeling
Sustainable Ecosystem Management – Developing evidence-based solutions for conservation and biodiversity
Natural Resource Management – Supporting the resilience of coastal and wetland ecosystems

Technical Skills & Competencies:

Geospatial Technologies – GIS, Remote Sensing
Statistical & Analytical Tools – SPSS, R Studio
Programming & Modeling – Python, Environmental Dynamics Modeling
Research Methodologies – Advanced training in data analysis and ecological research

Professional Contributions & Achievements:

Mr. Siemens has contributed extensively to environmental research and policy development, including:

Published Book Chapters & Scientific Papers – Covering topics such as:
- Climate change impact & adaptation strategies
- Marine ecosystems of the Northern Bay of Bengal
- Environmental funding & diplomacy
Ongoing Research & Model Development:
- Wetland restoration & environmental dynamics in coastal regions
- Socio-ecological impacts of climate change in Bangladesh
Research Assistant Roles:
- Worked on forest health modeling & ecological restoration projects
International Conference Participation:
- Presented research findings and engaged with renowned policymakers and scientists
National Recognition:
- Awarded the National Science and Technology Fellowship by the Ministry of Science and Technology for his outstanding research contributions

Vision & Impact:

Mr. Siemens is committed to bridging scientific research with real-world applications to drive environmental sustainability. His goal is to develop advanced ecosystem management strategies that mitigate climate change impacts, enhance biodiversity conservation, and promote sustainable development in Bangladesh and beyond.

Professor Dr. Md. Nazrul Islam Prantique

Dr. Md. Nazrul Islam is a distinguished professor in the Department of Geography and Environment at Jahangirnagar University, Bangladesh. With an illustrious academic career, he graduated with a B.Sc. (Honors) and M.Sc. (Thesis) in Geography and Environment, both with 1st Class 1st Position from Jahangirnagar University. He further pursued advanced studies, completing partial credits in Environmental Sciences from Wageningen University, The Netherlands, and earning a Ph.D. in Environmental Systems Modeling from the University of Tokyo, Japan. Dr. Islam also completed a prestigious JSPS Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Marine Ecosystems Engineering at the University of Tokyo.

Expertise & Research Focus

Dr. Islam specializes in environmental and ecological modeling, climate change impact assessment on aquatic ecosystems, phytoplankton transition modeling, harmful algae analysis, and marine ecosystem simulations. His expertise includes hydrodynamic ecosystem modeling, computer-based programming for numerical simulations, and research techniques for environmental systems analysis. His work has contributed significantly to understanding coastal seas, estuaries, and marine ecosystems.

Academic & Research Contributions

A globally recognized researcher, Dr. Islam has authored over 160 peer-reviewed articles and 17 books and research volumes on climate change, environmental modeling, and marine ecosystem management. His notable publications include:

Environmental Management of Marine Ecosystems (Taylor & Francis, CRC Press, USA)
Global Blue Economy: Analysis, Developments, and Challenges (Taylor & Francis, CRC Press, USA)
Climate Change in Bangladesh: A Cross-Disciplinary Framework (Springer)
Bangladesh I & II: Climate Change Impacts, Mitigation, and Adaptation (Springer)
India I & II: Climate Change Impacts, Mitigation, and Adaptation (Springer)

Dr. Islam serves as the Executive Editor-in-Chief of Modeling Earth Systems and Environment (Springer International Publications).

Awards & Recognitions

Dr. Islam has received numerous accolades for his outstanding contributions to ecological modeling and environmental research, including:

Best Young Researcher Award 2012 – International Society of Ecological Modeling (ISEM), France
Best Paper Presenter Award 2010 – SautaiN, Kyoto, Japan
Best Poster Presenter Award 2010 – Techno Ocean Conference, Kobe, Japan
Young Scientist Financial Award 2010 – IOC/WESTPAC Science Conference, South Korea

Teaching & Supervision

Dr. Islam teaches undergraduate, graduate, and Ph.D. students in areas such as:

Environmental and Ecosystem Modeling
Marine Biogeochemistry & Oceanography
Climate Change & Disaster Management
Computational Fluid Dynamics & GIS Modeling
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)

He is currently supervising multiple research projects on climate change impacts, aquatic ecosystem resilience, disaster management, and environmental innovations.

Global Engagement & Collaborations

Dr. Islam has collaborated with leading international institutions and research agencies, including NSF (USA), MEXT (Japan), JSPS (Japan), JICA (Japan), USAID, UGC, and MOST. His extensive global experience spans over 20+ countries, including the USA, Canada, UK, Germany, France, Japan, Australia, China, South Korea, and more.

Research Interests

Environmental & Climate Change Modeling
Natural Hazards & Vulnerability Analysis
Marine & Aquatic Ecosystem Simulations
GIS-Remote Sensing Integrated Models
Harmful Algae Blooms & Marine Pollution
Computational Programming for Environmental Analysis

Dr. Islam’s contributions to environmental research, policy development, and academic leadership continue to drive impactful solutions for global climate resilience and sustainable development.