Faiyad H Rishal
Department of Geosciences
Hometown: Dhaka, Bangladesh
Department of Geosciences
Hometown: Dhaka, Bangladesh
Research Areas: Physical and human aspects of Climate and Disaster Risk, Urban Sustainability, GIS & Remote Sensing
Office: 2046B Haley Center
Email: fhr0002@auburn.edu
Education
MS in Geography and Environmental Studies, Auburn University
In Progress
BSc in Geography and Environment, Jahangirnagar University, Bangladesh
2021
Professional Employment
Graduate Teaching Assistant, Department of Geosciences, Auburn University
Global Geography -Delivered Lectures on South Asia, conducted Labs, and graded exams
Concept of Science Lab - Delivered Lectures, conducted Labs, graded Exams, and mentored students
Research and Teaching Interests
My research interest lies in the intersection of the physical and human dimensions of climate and disaster risk, urban sustainability, GIS, and remote sensing. For my MS thesis, I am examining how land use land cover changes influence the urban heat island effect in South Asia using remote sensing techniques. I aim to connect these findings with policy interventions to reduce social inequality and better adapt to climate challenges. In the past, I have worked in research organizations, published academic papers, and presented at several international conferences.
In addition to my current role as a Teaching Assistant for the Global Geography course and Concept of Science lab, I previously worked as a Geography Instructor at the Bangladesh's largest online educational platform, 10 Minute School. During my undergraduate studies at Jahangirnagar University, I led the Sustainable Campus project under our Climate Action initiative, where we assessed energy-related carbon footprints and suggested mitigation strategies to achieve net-zero emissions.
In addition to my current role as a Teaching Assistant for the Global Geography course and Concept of Science lab, I previously worked as a Geography Instructor at the Bangladesh's largest online educational platform, 10 Minute School. During my undergraduate studies at Jahangirnagar University, I led the Sustainable Campus project under our Climate Action initiative, where we assessed energy-related carbon footprints and suggested mitigation strategies to achieve net-zero emissions.
Selected Publications
- Hoque S., Rishal F.H., and Saika U. (2023). “Changing Perspectives in Urban Park Use and Management in Dhaka City, Bangladesh”. The Jahangirnagar Review, Part II: Social Sciences, Vol. 47.
- Rishal, F.H., Huda, K.M.S., Islam, M.N., Islam, and S.T. (2023). “Post-disaster Recovery for Building Resilience: Bangladesh Perspective”. Proceedings of the 2nd International Symposium on Disaster Resilience and Sustainable Development. Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering, vol 283. Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-4715-5_11
- Islam, S.T., Akand, M.K., Islam, M.N., Samad, S., and Rishal, F.H. (2022), “Systems thinking approach for disaster resilient and climate smart agriculture in Bangladesh", International Journal of Disaster Resilience in the Built Environment. https://doi.org/10.1108/IJDRBE-08-2021-0114
- Islam, S. T.; Rahman, S. H.; Rishal F.H.; Samad S. (2020). “Development of Climate Change Perceptions and Programmes (1980-2020) in Bangladesh: Lessons Learned and Way Forward”. International Energy Journal, Bangabandhu Chair Special Issue 20(3). http://www.rericjournal.ait.ac.th/index.php/reric/article/view/2533
Last updated: 09/26/2024