Anamul Haque

Resource Person

Md. Anamul Haque

Resource Person, BEMA

BSc (Honors) in Geography and Environment – Jahangirnagar University

Academic Background:

BSc (Honors) in Geography and Environment – Jahangirnagar University, Savar, Dhaka-1342, Bangladesh

Expertise & Research Interests:

Md. Anamul Haque is a dedicated researcher specializing in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), climate change, environmental modeling, and nature-based solutions. His research focuses on developing GIS-based models and data-driven solutions to mitigate environmental risks and promote sustainability. His key areas of expertise include:

Geospatial Analysis & Remote Sensing – Advanced spatial data analysis, predictive modeling, and mapping
Climate Change Adaptation & Risk Mitigation – Sustainable environmental management strategies
Environmental Modeling & Data Science – Addressing environmental uncertainties through computational models
Pollution Control & Ecosystem Conservation – Developing frameworks for nature-based solutions

Technical Proficiency:

Mr. Haque possesses a strong technical background in:

Programming & Data Science – Python, GIS automation, spatial data visualization
Remote Sensing & Hydrodynamic Ecosystem Modeling – Application of GIS and predictive modeling
Environmental Research & Field Surveys – Data collection, documentation, and policy-oriented analysis

Global Research & Collaborations:

Committed to international research collaborations, Mr. Haque actively engages in joint projects across Bangladesh, India, Maldives, Nepal, Malaysia, and Japan. His work focuses on bridging the gap between scientific research and real-world environmental challenges, ensuring the effective implementation of sustainability strategies.

Vision & Impact:

With a passion for climate resilience, policy-driven sustainability, and technological innovation, Mr. Haque envisions a future where geospatial technologies and environmental research drive positive global change. His mission is to integrate science, technology, and sustainability to create a more resilient and eco-friendly world.

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.