Hi ! I am Mahir Shahrier
- Civil & Environmental Engineer
- Water-Air-Waste-Energy Nexus Researcher
- Earth Systems and Climate Resilience Professional
- Environmetal Management Practitioner
- Environmental Data and Policy Analyst
About Me
From Particles in the Air to Patterns on the Ground, I aim to Advance Earth System Resilience to Build Eco-smart and Climate-Resilient Solutions with Data, Empathy, and Science.
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Google Scholar Citations
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Worked on the datasets of
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Collaboration with
11Countries esteemed scholars -
Peer-reviewed articles
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Work in "UNDP FRA Initiative, Uganda"
February 2026 - Present
Environmental Specialist
Dream 71 Bangladesh Ltd. | UNDP Project: Financial Resilience in Agriculture (FRA) Initiative, Uganda
Key Responsibilities:
• Climate risk assessment and Climate Data Platform (CDP) development for Uganda's Agricultural Insurance Scheme (UAIS) under UNDP FRA Initiative.
• Stakeholder engagement with MoFPED, IRA, Bank of Uganda, and AIC; AI-driven analytics to inform insurance scheme design.
• Technical reporting and data interpretation for climate and agricultural risk management.
Work in "ARI, BUET"
April 2026 - Present
Research Consultant
Accident Research Institute (ARI), Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET)
Key Responsibilities:
• Developing a multi-dimensional urban decentralization framework for Dhaka using satellite data (1994-2024) and HMIS records.
• Primary data collection: 1,000-respondent surveys, 30 KIIs, and 30 FGDs.
• Dissemination via peer-reviewed publications, national seminars, and government policy briefs.
Work in "SPPH, IUB"
March 2026 - April 2026
Research Associate
School of Public Health and Health Sciences (SPPH), Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB)
Key Responsibilities:
• Coordinated thalassemia and NCD screening for 600 students; supervised field staff and junior researchers.
• Managed project design, logistics, and coordination with IUB Medical Centre for diagnostics and referrals.
• Developed survey instruments, managed data, and produced technical reports.
Work in "ENV, IUB"
December 2025 - April 2026
Research Associate
Department of Environmental Science and Management, Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB)
Key Responsibilities:
• Built an ensemble ML + SHAP framework for Water Quality Index prediction and pollution source apportionment in the Turag River.
• Simulated intervention scenarios to support evidence-based river management policy.
• Prepared manuscripts for peer-reviewed publication.
Work in "SUSTAIN Lab"
2021-present
Founder and Principal Investigator
SUSTAIN Lab (Smart Urban Systems for Technological Advancements and Innovative Networks), Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Key Responsibilities:
• Strategic leadership in defining research vision, goals, and priorities.
• Grant proposal development, data interpretation, and technical report writing.
• Application of AI-driven predictive analytics for research insights.
• Development and implementation of innovative tools and methodologies.
• Collaboration with academic institutions and researchers worldwide.
• Dissemination of findings through peer-reviewed publications, conferences, and stakeholder engagement.
• Ensuring ethical compliance, data quality, and research integrity.
• Supervision and mentorship of junior researchers, interns, and students.
Work in "ITN-BUET"
February 2024 - November 2014
Research Assistant
International Training Network (ITN), Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET).
Key Responsibilities:
• Research design and technological gap analysis.
• AI-driven predictive analytics, data analysis, and report writing.
• Laboratory testing of water/wastewater.
• Field visits for conducting KII, FGD, questionnaires, and data collection.
• Training program planning, designing, and facilitating.
Affiliated projects:
• “Emergency Multi-Sector Rohingya Crisis Response Project (EMCRP): Gap Analysis for Identifying Contextualized Technological Solutions and Developing Effective ESMP for Improved FSM and SWM Systems”, assisted by DPHE.
• “Improvement of WASH and waste management in the HCFS (6 District Hospitals and 10 Upazila Health Complex) using WASHFIT”, assisted by UNICEF.
Work in "DIGON"
May 2021 – Jan 2024
Research Associate
Dynamic Institute of Geospatial Observation Network, Rajshahi, Bangladesh
Key Responsibilities:
• Data collection, data cleansing and management, data analysis.
• AI-driven predictive analytics.
• Preparing draft reports, editing, and reviewing reports.
• Field visits for conducting KII, FGD, questionnaires, and data collection.
• Providing methodological and technical support in data acquisition.
• GIS-based analysis and mapping.
Scholarships
Scholarship in Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC-2016)
Awarded Dinajpur Board Scholarship by the Government of Bangladesh for excellence in Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) examination in General Grade, providing full tuition fee waiver for Bachelor's degree with approximately $350 total stipend for the period 2017-2022.
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Scholarship in Secondary School Certificate (SSC-2014)
-Awarded Dinajpur Board Scholarship by the Government of Bangladesh for excellence in Secondary School Certificate (SSC) examination in General Grade, providing full tuition fee waiver for Bachelor's degree with approximately $70 monthly stipend for the period 2015-2016.
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Awards
Class Representative Award.
I was class representative of the Civil'16 series of the Department of Civil Engineering, RUET. I served one year as a class representative. For my excellent performance, I was awarded the Class Representative Award
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Publication Certificates
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Services & Activities
WorldWide Research Collaboration
Extensive worldwide research collaboration experience working with datasets from 4 countries and collaborating with scholars from 11 nations across diverse research projects. Actively seeking and welcoming new international collaborative opportunities for future research endeavors.
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Peer Review
Experienced peer reviewer for reputed international journals, evaluating manuscript quality, methodology rigor, data analysis accuracy, and scientific contribution. Provided constructive feedback to authors while maintaining publication standards and advancing scientific knowledge dissemination.
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Deputy Secratary - RUET Cultural Club
Onuronon-Cultural Club of RUET works as a potential platform by engaging students in various cultural and co-curricular activities. Active club member performing mime, reciting poems, and volunteering. Attended grooming sessions and workshops, participated as club representative, oversaw activity preparation, and facilitated student information about seminars, competitions, and collaborative campus-professional relations.
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General Secratary - RUET Greater Rangpur Association
GRA (Greater Rangpur Association) is a nonprofit organization which gives many welfare services to the students of Rajshahi University of Engineering and technology (RUET) by connecting all the current students & ex-students who come from Rangpur district. As a General Secretary I carried out or delegates all the administrative duties that enable the Association and its members to function effectively. I was associated with the association for 3 years.
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Senior Rover Scout
I served as a rover scout for Cantonment Public School and College for 2 years (2014-2016). The purpose of Scouting is to encourage the physical, intellectual, social, emotional and spiritual development of young people so that they take a constructive place in society as responsible citizens, and as members of their local, national and international communities
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Research
Why Water-Air-Waste-Energy Nexus research is a Key to a Sustainable Future..?
Environmental systems - water, air, waste, and energy - are deeply interconnected, yet we often treat them in isolation. Nexus research changes this by developing integrated solutions that address multiple challenges at once, like turning waste into energy while cleaning water and air. Real-world examples include refugee camps generating power from wastewater and smart cities using AI to manage resources efficiently. As climate change intensifies, this approach offers scalable, resilient solutions that bridge science and policy for global sustainability.
Publications
Publications and citations serve as visible measures of a researcher's success. However, I believe a researcher's true achievement lies in their hard work, persistence, and dedication to contributing something positive to the world. The main goal should be making the world a better place for all living beings. This means creating a harmonious relationship between material things and living creatures. Most importantly, such work must be conducted with integrity and ethics. These values matter more than any publication count or citation index, because they reflect genuine commitment to improving life on Earth.
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Climate Impact on Boro Irrigation
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Exploring Land Use-Transportation Nexus
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Asian Cities Air Pollution Review
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Kuwait Urban Heat Modeling
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Bangladesh Tobacco Farming Impacts
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Land Use Drought Monitoring
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Urban Land Use Travel Dynamics
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Intelligent transportation system: ETCs
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Nighttime Pedestrian Crash Patterns
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Bangladesh Route Optimization Issues
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Systematic Review Electronic Toll Systems
Presentations
Comprehensive Air Quality Management and Pollution Solutions in Bangladesh
A 43-slide investigation into Bangladesh's air pollution crisis — covering emission inventories, seasonal PM₂.₅ and NO₂ dynamics, and evidence-based mitigation strategies across industrial, vehicular, and biomass burning sources. Proposes integrated governance frameworks aligned with WHO air quality guidelines.
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Policy Entrepreneurship in Climate Governance: Innovative Frameworks for Climate Change Adaptation
A 38-slide analysis of policy entrepreneurship mechanisms driving climate adaptation governance — examining institutional innovation, multi-level stakeholder coalitions, and case-based frameworks from developed and developing nations with implications for Bangladesh's climate resilience strategy.
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Comprehensive Flood Management and Strategic Framework for Bangladesh (2020–2025)
A 35-slide strategic review of flood disaster patterns in Bangladesh from 2020–2025 — assessing damage scales, infrastructure failures, early warning systems, and community-level resilience interventions. Proposes a forward-looking national flood management framework integrating Geo-AI and climate projections.
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Challenges of Implementing SDGs: From Global Commitments to the Bangladesh Perspective
A 39-slide critical examination of SDG implementation gaps — comparing global commitments against ground realities in Bangladesh across SDG 3 (Health), SDG 6 (Clean Water), SDG 13 (Climate Action), and SDG 15 (Life on Land). Highlights governance, financing, and data monitoring deficits.
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Biomass-Based Industries and Renewable Energy Potential in Bangladesh
A 37-slide exploration of Bangladesh's biomass energy landscape — analysing agricultural residue, industrial waste-to-energy pathways, and renewable energy scalability. Evaluates technical, economic, and policy barriers to mainstreaming biomass in the national energy mix toward a low-carbon future.
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Turning the Tide in Bangladesh: Addressing Water Pollution and Governance Challenges
A 31-slide diagnosis of Bangladesh's water pollution crisis — covering industrial effluents, agricultural runoff, microplastic contamination, and arsenic groundwater intrusion. Proposes multi-stakeholder governance reforms and technology-driven monitoring solutions for sustainable water resource management.
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ISO 14001 Environmental Management Excellence at Walton Hi-Tech Industries Ltd
A 41-slide case study audit of ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System implementation at Walton Hi-Tech Industries — evaluating EMS documentation, environmental aspects register, compliance obligations, operational controls, and continual improvement performance across manufacturing operations in Bangladesh.
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Engineering Economics
A 27-slide foundational presentation on engineering economics — covering cost-benefit analysis, time value of money, depreciation methods, break-even analysis, and project evaluation techniques. Developed during B.Sc. Civil Engineering studies at RUET.
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Water Quality Challenges in Urban Slum: A Study of Environmental Impacts in Rajshahi, Bangladesh
This study examined water source conditions in Talaimari Slum Area through field surveys and questionnaires. Water security crisis: 80% face inadequate supply, 60% consider water unsafe with foul smells and particles. Only 37% treat water. Risk assessment shows "fatal" score requiring urgent intervention.
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Thesis Presentation
This study analyzed road safety infrastructure on a 4-kilometer segment of Dhaka-Rajshahi Highway (N6) near Rajshahi universities using ViDA software and 53 variables. Road safety star ratings reveal pedestrians most vulnerable (65.61% unsafe segments), followed by bicyclists and motorcyclists. Infrastructure scored poorly with 2-1 star ratings. 46.34% segments show high injury risk requiring priority safety investments.
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Importance of Engineering Economics in Civil Engineering
This presentation covers Engineering Economics fundamentals for civil engineering applications. Engineering economics applies economic principles to help managers optimize decisions by minimizing costs and maximizing revenue. It involves seven core principles, cost analysis concepts, and capital investment decisions, exemplified by Bangladesh's major bridge projects.
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SUSTAIN Lab
SUSTAIN Lab (Smart Urban Systems for Technological Advancements and Innovative Networks) is a pioneering research initiative and consultancy founded by Civil Engineering graduates from RUET, Bangladesh. Specializing in the water-air-waste-energy nexus, we develop climate-resilient infrastructure solutions through interdisciplinary collaboration, AI-driven analytics, and comprehensive testing. Our mission emphasizes inclusive research opportunities for underrepresented students while addressing environmental challenges for vulnerable populations globally.
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Achievements
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Publication with ARI-BUET
Funding Agencies
Government of Bangladesh
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UNICEF (United Nations Children's Fund)
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Resources
A curated collection of books, journals, reports, and videos I find valuable for research and learning in environmental science.
Books
Journals
Reports
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Outreach
Science only matters if it reaches people. Here is where findings on atmospheric chemistry, urban water systems, and planetary health leave the journal page — and enter the conversation through conference talks, interviews, and community-driven research engagement.
Notable Conferences
AGU 2025
Conference Presentation
Dec 15–19, 2025 · New Orleans, LA, USA
Abstract ID: 1987312
Seasonal Monsoon Meteorology Controls on Urban Air Quality in Dhaka, Bangladesh: Impacts of Rainfall Patterns on PM2.5 Dynamics and Public Health Implications
AGU Annual Meeting 2025 | American Geophysical Union | Hybrid (In-person & Virtual)
AGU 2025
Conference Presentation
Dec 15–19, 2025 · New Orleans, LA, USA
Abstract ID: 1990549
Predicting Future Flood Vulnerability Zones in Texas Using Explainable GeoAI: A Deep Learning Framework for Long-Term Risk Assessment and Emergency Preparedness
AGU Annual Meeting 2025 | American Geophysical Union | Hybrid (In-person & Virtual)
My Youtube Channel
Mahir Shahrier Simanto
@mahirshahriersimanto8414
Environmental science research, GeoAI, air quality, water systems, and climate resilience — presented through talks, tutorials, and research communications.
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My Contacts
I am always eager to connect with fellow researchers, academics, industry professionals, and environmental enthusiasts for meaningful research collaboration or knowledge sharing opportunities.
Get in Touch
- +880 1772629004 My Phone
- mahirshahrier27@gmail.com My email
- Dhaka, Bangladesh My location
Inspirations
Abdulla Al Kafy
The Phoenix who ignited my ambitions. My professional North Star, mentor and place of faith. The most respected figure in my professional journey, whose guidance and unwavering support has shaped my career trajectory. From his eternal flame of knowledge and dedication, my professional spirit was born, rising toward heights once thought impossible.
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Arif Hasnat
The Architect of my Research DNA…. father figure of my professional life…! This is the person who introduced me to research and provided the solid foundation I stand on today.
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Md. Abdul Fattah
My inspiration & Creative Catalyst. My best research buddy whose collaborative spirit and innovative thinking continuously inspire my academic and professional growth.
Ahmed Hossain
RUET's precious Gift to me… Golden Standard of Excellence...! My most beloved mentor at RUET, embodying hard work, dedication, and balanced personality that I deeply admire and emulate.
Swagato Biswas Ankon
Distance-Defying Support System and Guardian Angel since 2017. RUET's most precious gift to me, always by my side despite 5500 km distance, providing constant intellectual and emotional support.
Shadib Mahmud
A fine Game Developer. The brilliant mind behind this magnificent website, whose technical expertise and creativity deserve my heartfelt gratitude and appreciation.
Mintu Miah
My Excellence Push Button. The person who constantly inspires me to strive for excellence and be the very best version of myself.
Mom, Dad, Late Grandmother
My Life's Sacred Trinity. The cornerstone of my existence, for whom I fight back every obstacle and who made me who I am today.
Sumaiya Tabassum
My Unwavering Support Angel. My sister and the only person who provides unwavering support during my lowest moments, believing in me unconditionally.