Subaran Chandra Sarker

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Subaran Chandra Sarker

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Associate Professor, Department of Geography and Environmental Science, Begum Rokeya University, Rangpur, Bangladesh

Mr. Subaran Chandra Sarker is an accomplished academic and Associate Professor in the Department of Geography and Environmental Science at Begum Rokeya University, Rangpur, Bangladesh. He obtained his M.Sc. in Geography and Environment from Jahangirnagar University, Savar, Dhaka, and is currently pursuing his Ph.D. at the same institution.

Academic & Professional Background:

M.Sc. in Geography and Environment, Jahangirnagar University, Dhaka, Bangladesh
Ph.D. (Ongoing), Jahangirnagar University, Dhaka, Bangladesh
Associate Professor, Department of Geography and Environmental Science, Begum Rokeya University, Rangpur
Principal Investigator of UGC-funded Project: “Flood Vulnerability Analysis in Teesta Floodplain of Bangladesh through GIS-based AHP Technique and Frequency Ratio Model”

Research & Expertise:

Physical Geography & Environmental Sciences
Wetland Dynamics and Drought Analysis
Climate Change and Groundwater Modeling
Ecological Modeling & Ecosystem Services
Spatial Risk Assessment and Disaster Vulnerability
Application of GIS, Remote Sensing, and Advanced Statistical Tools

Contributions & Skills:

Author of 26 peer-reviewed articles in national and international journals
Proficient in ArcGIS, SPSS, R, InVEST, Pro UCl, and VOSviewer
Expertise in Cartographic Design, Geospatial Analysis, and Environmental Data Modeling
Strong methodological background in ecosystem analysis and environmental sustainability research

Vision & Commitment:

Mr. Sarker is dedicated to exploring the complex interactions between human and natural systems with a focus on sustainable development and ecosystem resilience. His future research aims to support climate policy, foster environmental sustainability, and contribute to data-driven solutions for managing climate-induced vulnerabilities in Bangladesh.

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.

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