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Mr. Shoukat Ali Shah| Glacier melting | Young Scientist Award

PhD (Research Scholar) at Wuhan University , China

Mr. Shoukat Ali Shah is a dedicated researcher and scholar specializing in cartography, geographical information engineering, and water resource management. Currently, he is pursuing a PhD at Wuhan University’s State Key Laboratory of Information Engineering in Surveying, Mapping, and Remote Sensing. He holds a Master of Engineering in Hydraulics and Irrigation Engineering from Mehran University of Engineering and Technology (MUET), Jamshoro, and a Bachelor of Engineering in Agricultural Engineering from Sindh Agriculture University, Tandojam. With a strong academic background, Mr. Shah has contributed significantly to scientific research, focusing on hydrology, remote sensing, climate change, and geographic information systems. His expertise spans multiple disciplines, including water resources assessment, flood risk mapping, and agricultural crop monitoring. As a registered engineer with the Pakistan Engineering Council, he actively participates in academic and professional projects, making impactful contributions to the field of environmental engineering and geospatial analysis.

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Education 🎓

Mr. Shoukat Ali Shah has pursued an extensive academic journey, focusing on engineering and geographic sciences. He is currently enrolled in a PhD program at Wuhan University (2022-2026), specializing in Cartography and Geographical Information Engineering. His Master of Engineering degree (2014-2018) from MUET Jamshoro emphasized Hydraulics and Irrigation Engineering, with a CGPA of 3.14. He completed his Bachelor of Engineering in Agricultural Engineering from Sindh Agriculture University, Tandojam (2010-2014), securing a first-division ranking. His academic foundation was laid through intermediate education (Pre-Engineering) at BISE Sukkur (2006-2008) and matriculation (Science) at BISE Sukkur (2004-2006), achieving a ‘B’ grade. His final-year theses were based on GIS-based agricultural estimation and irrigation water requirements, demonstrating his commitment to applied research and technical innovation in geospatial sciences and water resource management.

work Experience💼

Mr. Shoukat Ali Shah has diverse professional experience in research and engineering. He served as a Research Coordinator (2019-2020) at the US-Pakistan Center for Advanced Studies in Water (US-PCASW), MUET Jamshoro, where he worked on hydrological assessments, gauge calibration, and data collection for the Sindh government’s water sector projects. He also worked as a Junior Engineer (2017-2018) at the Management Development Center (MDC), Hyderabad, focusing on discharge measurement, seepage loss evaluation, and GIS-based water resource mapping. Additionally, he contributed as a Research Assistant (2015) at ICARDA & IWREM, where he assessed irrigation water application and system efficiency. Earlier in his career, he gained administrative and event management experience at Fast Youth Network Development (FYND) in 2013. His multidisciplinary roles highlight his expertise in hydrological research, field surveys, GIS applications, and project coordination in water resource management.

Skills

Mr. Shoukat Ali Shah possesses expertise in various technical and research-oriented skills. He is proficient in GIS and remote sensing applications, utilizing software such as ArcGIS, ENVI, and CROPWAT for spatial analysis. His hydrological modeling skills include working with HEC-RAS and ADCP for water flow measurement. He excels in technical report writing, project management, and data analysis. Additionally, he has experience in social survey planning, research paper writing, and scientific presentations. His digital skills extend to programming, statistical modeling, and web-based geospatial tools. His ability to integrate technological advancements with environmental science makes him a valuable asset in hydrology and geographic research.

Research Focus

Mr. Shoukat Ali Shah specializes in remote sensing, GIS, hydrology, and climate change impact analysis. His research focuses on flood susceptibility mapping, glacial lake monitoring, irrigation water management, and land use change detection. His recent studies include evaluating water level fluctuations in glacier-fed lakes using ensemble models, assessing major crop irrigation water requirements, and analyzing climate variability impacts on hydrological systems. He employs advanced geospatial techniques, machine learning, and big data analytics to enhance environmental decision-making. His work contributes to sustainable water resource management, disaster risk reduction, and agricultural planning, aligning with global efforts to address climate change challenges.

Conclusion✅

Mr. Shoukat Ali Shah is a strong candidate for the Research for Young Scientist Award due to his academic achievements, extensive research contributions, and practical experience in water resource management and GIS applications. His ability to merge scientific research with practical solutions, coupled with international exposure and editorial contributions, makes him a deserving nominee. By focusing on higher-impact publications, leadership roles, and securing research funding, he can further enhance his scientific standing. Nonetheless, his current contributions already make him an exceptional contender for the award.

 

📚Publications to Noted

 

Title: Predicting Water Level Fluctuations in Glacier-Fed Lakes by Ensembling Individual Models into a Quad-Meta Model

Authors: Shah, S.A. (Shoukat Ali); Ai, S. (Songtao); Yuan, H. (Hanxiao)

Journal: Engineering Applications of Computational Fluid Mechanics

Year: 2025

 

 

Shoukat Ali Shah | Glacier melting | Young Scientist Award

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