About me

I am currently working with the Landslides Team and EIS Team in Hydrological Research Laboratory of NASA Goddard Space Flight Center. My research is focused on mainstreaming multimission satellite observations in water resources monitoring and hydro-climatic disaster management. Passionate about application of AI, Cloud Computing, and Interactive and dynamic hydrologic application design and development.

More specific primary research interests are:

  • Satellite remote sensing application in water resources and hydro-climatic disaster management
  • Open source cloud computing and data science application in hydrology
  • Scientific visualization and analysis of geospatial big data

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Journal articles & published work

27. Reconstructing reservoir water levels using basin-scale GRACE TWS and machine learning: A case study in the Upper Parana River Basin

Besnier, J., Getirana, A., Biswas, N. K. , & Lakshmi, V. (2026). Reconstructing reservoir water levels using basin-scale GRACE TWS and machine learning: A case study in the Upper Parana River Basin. Journal of Hydrology: Regional Studies, 65, 103503. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ejrh.2026.103503

Uses basin-scale GRACE terrestrial water storage and machine learning to reconstruct reservoir water levels in Brazil’s Upper Paraná River Basin.

26. The HAND of flood mapping: Multi-dimensional evaluation across data-rich and data-poor basins using existing maps, ground observations, and remote sensing data

Patel, K., Rajib, A., Biswas, N. K. , Liu, Z., & Lofton, E. (2026). The HAND of flood mapping: Multi-dimensional evaluation across data-rich and data-poor basins using existing maps, ground observations, and remote sensing data. Environmental Research Communications. https://doi.org/10.1088/2515-7620/ae6236

Evaluates HAND-based flood mapping across data-rich and data-poor basins using existing maps, field observations, and satellite data.

23. Deltaic freshwater scarcity driven by unsustainable groundwater-fed irrigation

Getirana, A., Biswas, N.K., Kumar, S., Nie, W., Ahmad, S., Maina, F., Sakib, N., Hossain, M.S., & Biswas, R. K. (2025). Deltaic freshwater scarcity driven by unsustainable groundwater-fed irrigation. Nature Sustainability, 1-11. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41893-025-01566-0

Examines how groundwater-fed irrigation contributes to freshwater scarcity in a delta environment.

22. An Observation Driven Framework for Modeling Post Fire Hydrologic Response: Evaluation for Two Central California Case Studies

Lahmers, T. M., Kumar, S. V., Ahmad, S. K., Holmes, T., Getirana, A., Orland, E.,Locke, K., Biswas, N.K. , Nie, W.,Plung, J., Whitney, K., Anderson, M., & Yang, Y. (2025). An Observation Driven Framework for Modeling Post Fire Hydrologic Response: Evaluation for Two Central California Case Studies. Water Resources Research, 61(2), e2023WR036582. https://doi.org/10.1029/2023WR036582

Presents an observation-driven framework for modeling hydrologic responses after fire, evaluated in two central California case studies.

21. Continental freshwater discharge influences sea surface salinity variability near world’s megadeltas

Khadim, F. K., Getirana, A., Bindlish, R., Biswas, N.K. , Nie, W., Lahmers, T. M., & Kumar, S. V. (2024). Continental freshwater discharge influences sea surface salinity variability near world’s megadeltas. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 121(49), e2412551121. https://doi.org/10.1073/pnas.2412551121

Investigates the relationship between continental freshwater discharge and sea surface salinity near the world’s megadeltas.

20. Open-Source Framework for Earth System Digital Twins

Huang, T., Chung, N. T., David, C. H., Hasheminassab, S., Kalashnikova, O. V., Perez, S., Biswas, N.K. , & Rodriguez-Suquet, R. (2024, July). Open-Source Framework for Earth System Digital Twins.In IGARSS 2024-2024 IEEE International Geoscience and Remote Sensing Symposium (pp. 2323-2327). IEEE. https://doi.org/10.1109/IGARSS53475.2024.10642313

Presents an open-source framework for Earth system digital twins.

19. Irrigation-driven groundwater depletion in the Ganges-Brahmaputra basin decreases the streamflow in the Bay of Bengal

Maina, F. Z., Getirana, A., Kumar, S. V., Saharia, M., Biswas, N. K. , McLarty, S., & Appana, R. (2024). Irrigation-driven groundwater depletion in the Ganges-Brahmaputra basin decreases the streamflow in the Bay of Bengal. Communications Earth & Environment, 5(1), 169. https://doi.org/10.1038/s43247-024-01348-0

Examines how irrigation-driven groundwater depletion in the Ganges–Brahmaputra basin affects freshwater discharge to the Bay of Bengal.

18. Bracing for impact: how shifting precipitation extremes may influence physical climate risks in an uncertain future

Rahat, S. H., Saki, S., Khaira, U., Biswas, N. K. , Dollan, I. J., Wasti, A., ... & Ray, P. (2024). Bracing for impact: how shifting precipitation extremes may influence physical climate risks in an uncertain future. Scientific Reports, 14(1), 17398. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-65618-9

Examines how changing precipitation extremes may affect physical climate risks under uncertain future conditions.

17. Open-Source Framework for Earth System Digital Twins

Huang, T., Chung, N. T., David, C. H., Hasheminassab, S., Kalashnikova, O. V., Perez, S., .. Biswas, N. K. , .., Rodriguez-Suquet, R. (2024). Open-Source Framework for Earth System Digital Twins. In IGARSS 2024-2024 IEEE International Geoscience and Remote Sensing Symposium (pp. 2323-2327). IEEE. https://doi.org/10.1109/IGARSS53475.2024.10642313

Presents an open-source framework for Earth system digital twins.

16. Avert Bangladesh’s looming water crisis through open science and better data

Getirana, A., Biswas, N. K. , Qureshi, A. S., Rajib, A., Kumar, S., Rahman, M., & Biswas, R. K. (2022). Avert Bangladesh’s looming water crisis through open science and better data. doi: https://doi.org/10.1038/d41586-022-03373-5

Discusses Bangladesh’s emerging water crisis and the need for open science and better information on water use and availability.

15. A dynamic landslide hazard monitoring framework for the Lower Mekong Region

Biswas, N.K. , Stanley, T.A., Kirschbaum, D.B., Amatya, P.M., Meechaiya, C., Poortinga, A. and Towashiraporn, P. (2022). A dynamic landslide hazard monitoring framework for the Lower Mekong Region. Front. Earth Sci. 10:1057796. https://doi.org/10.3389/feart.2022.1057796

Introduces a dynamic landslide hazard monitoring framework for the Lower Mekong Region.

14. Reservoir Assessment Tool 2.0: Stakeholder driven Improvements to Satellite Remote Sensing based Reservoir Monitoring

Das, P., Hossain, F., Khan, S., Biswas, N.K. , Lee, H., Piman, T., Meechaiya, C., Ghimire, U., Hosen, K. (2022). Reservoir Assessment Tool 2.0: Stakeholder driven Improvements to Satellite Remote Sensing based Reservoir Monitoring, Environmental Modeling and Software, vol. 157. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.envsoft.2022.105533.

Describes stakeholder-driven improvements to satellite-based reservoir monitoring in Reservoir Assessment Tool 2.0.

12. Streamflow Prediction in Highly Regulated, Transboundary Watersheds Using Multi Basin Modelling and Remote Sensing Imagery

Tien, D, T. L., Lee, H., Bui, D. D., Graham, L. P., Darby, S. D., Pechlivanidis, I. G., Leyland, V. J., Biswas, N. K. , Choi, G., Batelaan, O., Bui, T. T. P., Do, S.K., Tran, V. T., Nguyen, H. T., Hwang, E. (2021). Streamflow Prediction in Highly Regulated, Transboundary Watersheds Using Multi Basin Modelling and Remote Sensing Imagery. Water Resources Research, e2021WR031191.

Combines multi-basin modeling and remote sensing to predict streamflow in highly regulated transboundary watersheds.

10. Integrating Gravimetry Data With Thermal Infra‐Red Data From Satellites to Improve Efficiency of Operational Irrigation Advisory in South Asia

Bose, I., Hossain, F., Eldardiry, H.,Ahmad, S.K., Biswas, N. K. , Ashraf, M., Fatima, B., Iqbal, N., Hasan, F., Lee, H. and Aziz, M. (2020). Integrating Gravimetry Data With Thermal Infra‐Red Data From Satellites to Improve Efficiency of Operational Irrigation Advisory in South Asia. Water Resources Research, 57(4), e2020WR028654. https://doi.org/10.1029/2020WR028654

Combines satellite gravimetry and thermal infrared observations to improve operational irrigation advisories in South Asia.

8. Stakeholder-driven development of a cloud-based, satellite remote sensing tool to monitor suspended sediment concentrations in major Bangladesh rivers

Beveridge, Claire, et al. "Stakeholder-driven development of a cloud-based, satellite remote sensing tool to monitor suspended sediment concentrations in major Bangladesh rivers." Environmental Modelling & Software (2020): 104843. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.envsoft.2020.104843

Describes a cloud-based satellite tool developed with stakeholders to monitor suspended sediment in major Bangladesh rivers.

7. A computationally efficient flashflood early warning system for a mountainous and transboundary river basin in Bangladesh

Biswas, N.K. , F. Hossain, M. Bonnema, A. Aminul, R. Biswas, A. Buiyan, A. Hossain. (2020). A computationally efficient flashflood early warning system for a mountainous and transboundary river basin in Bangladesh. Journal of Hydroinformatics, 22(6), 1672-1692. https://doi.org/10.2166/hydro.2020.202

Presents a computationally efficient flash flood early warning system for a mountainous transboundary river basin in Bangladesh.

6. Towards a global Reservoir Assessment Tool for predicting hydrologic impacts and operating patterns of existing and planned reservoirs

Biswas, N.K. , F. Hossain, M. Bonnema, H. Lee, F. Chishtie (2021). Towards a global Reservoir Assessment Tool for predicting hydrologic impacts and operating patterns of existing and planned reservoirs. Environmental Modelling & Software, 140, 105043. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.envsoft.2021.105043

Introduces a reservoir assessment framework for estimating hydrologic impacts and operating patterns of existing and planned reservoirs.

1. Predicting water availability of the regulated Mekong river basin using satellite observations and a physical model

Hossain, F., Sikder, S., Biswas, N. K. , Bonnema, M., Lee, H., Luong, N. D., ... & Long, D. (2017). Predicting water availability of the regulated Mekong river basin using satellite observations and a physical model. Asian Journal of Water, Environment and Pollution, 14(3), 39-48. https://doi.org/10.3233/AJW-170024

Combines satellite observations with a physical model to predict water availability in the regulated Mekong River Basin.

Other publications

3. Calibration and Sensitivity Analysis of a Hydrological Model for Jamunesswari River Basin of Bangladesh

Biswas, N. K. , Paul, M., & Haider, M. R. (2015). Calibration and Sensitivity Analysis of a Hydrological Model for Jamunesswari River Basin of Bangladesh. Journal of Civil Engineering and Environmental Technology, (2), 200-205.

Examines calibration and parameter sensitivity in a hydrological model of Bangladesh’s Jamunesswari River Basin.

2. Sustainability of an artificial dredged channel along the braided Jamuna River of Bangladesh, Journal of River Research Institute, 12(2), 59-67

Biswas, N.K. , Jubair, S., & Rahman, M.M. (2014). Sustainability of an artificial dredged channel along the braided Jamuna River of Bangladesh, Journal of River Research Institute, 12(2), 59-67

Assesses the sustainability of an artificially dredged channel in Bangladesh’s braided Jamuna River.

1. Application of CCHE2D mathematical model in the Gorai Offtake for two-dimensional simulation

Biswas, N. K. , & Ahammad, M. (2014). Application of CCHE2D mathematical model in the Gorai Offtake for two-dimensional simulation. International Journal of Surface and Groundwater Management, 1(1), 52-58.

Applies the CCHE2D model to simulate two-dimensional flow at the Gorai offtake.

Conferences & presentations

30. A global quantification of the response of reservoir storage changes to droughts. H53N-1298

Biswas, N. K. , Kumar, S. V. (2024). A global quantification of the response of reservoir storage changes to droughts. H53N-1298. AGUFM.

Examines how reservoir storage responds to drought across the globe.

29. Open-Source Framework for Earth System Digital Twins. IN51E-2410

Chung, N.G., David, C.H., Huang, T., Biswas, N.K. et al. (2024). Open-Source Framework for Earth System Digital Twins. IN51E-2410. AGUFM

Presents an open-source approach to developing Earth system digital twins.

28. Spatiotemporal Variability Analysis of Evapotranspiration and Soil Moisture in Relation to Agriculture in Bangladesh

Khatun, F., Das, U., Pritha, Z.K., Tasnia, N., Biswas, N.K. , Rouf, T., Jahan, N., Zobeyer, H. (2024). Spatiotemporal Variability Analysis of Evapotranspiration and Soil Moisture in Relation to Agriculture in Bangladesh. AGUFM.

Examines variations in evapotranspiration and soil moisture and their relationship to agriculture in Bangladesh.

27. Unravelling the role of global and downscaled rainfall forecasts in landslide hazard prediction over the Lower Mekong Region

Biswas, N. K. , Stanley, T. A., Kirschbaum, D.B., Laverde, M., and Towashiraporn, P. (2024). Unravelling the role of global and downscaled rainfall forecasts in landslide hazard prediction over the Lower Mekong Region. AGUFM.

Investigates global and downscaled rainfall forecasts as inputs for landslide hazard prediction in the Lower Mekong Region.

26. Spatiotemporal Variability Analysis of Precipitation and Surface Water Extent in Bangladesh using Google Earth Engine: Implications for Flood Risk Management

Tasnia, N., Pritha, Z.K., Das, U., Khatun, F., Biswas, N.K. , Rouf, T., Jahan, N., Zobeyer, H. (2024). Spatiotemporal Variability Analysis of Precipitation and Surface Water Extent in Bangladesh using Google Earth Engine: Implications for Flood Risk Management. AGUFM.

Uses Google Earth Engine to examine precipitation and surface water variability relevant to flood risk in Bangladesh.

25. An observation-driven framework for modeling post-fire hydrologic response: evaluation for two central California case studies

Lahmers, T., Kumar, S.V., Ahmad, S.K. Biswas, N.K. et al. (2024). An observation-driven framework for modeling post-fire hydrologic response: evaluation for two central California case studies. AGUFM, H12H-06.

Presents an observation-driven approach to modeling hydrologic responses following fire in two central California case studies.

24. Using Ocean Salinity and Machine Learning for Improved Seasonal and Sub-Seasonal Forecasts of Soil Moisture and Stream Flow

Raymond, S. & Biswas, N. K. (2024). Using Ocean Salinity and Machine Learning for Improved Seasonal and Sub-Seasonal Forecasts of Soil Moisture and Stream Flow. WaterSciCon24 by AGU 2024

Explores ocean salinity and machine learning as sources of information for seasonal and subseasonal soil moisture and streamflow forecasts.

23. Bay of Benghal’s responses to groundwater withdrawals in the Ganges-Brahmaputra basin

Maina, F. Z., Getirana, A., Kumar, S. V., Saharia, M., Biswas, N. K. , McLarty, S., & Appana, R. (2024). Bay of Benghal’s responses to groundwater withdrawals in the Ganges-Brahmaputra basin. AGU Chapman Conference on Remote Sensing of the Water Cycle.

Examines the response of the Bay of Bengal to groundwater withdrawals in the Ganges–Brahmaputra basin.

22. An Open-Source Framework for Federation of Earth System Digital Twins

Huang, T., Bull, M., David, C.H., Biswas, N.K. et al. (2023). An Open-Source Framework for Federation of Earth System Digital Twins. AGUFM 2023.

Discusses an open-source framework for connecting Earth system digital twins.

21. Climate and human impacts on hydrological processes and flood risk in the Bay of Bengal

Getirana, A., Biswas, N. K. , Nie, W., & Kumar, S. V. (2023). Climate and human impacts on hydrological processes and flood risk in the Bay of Bengal. In AGU Fall Meeting Abstracts (Vol. 2023, pp. EP32B-06).

Examines the combined influence of climate and human activities on hydrological processes and flood risk in the Bay of Bengal.

20. Creating an open-source science ecosystem and culture for NASA's Earth Information System

Felikson, D., Shiklomanov, A. N., Biswas, N. K. , Ashraf, T., Bowman, K. W., Carroll, M., ... & Corradini, G. (2023). Creating an open-source science ecosystem and culture for NASA's Earth Information System. In AGU Fall Meeting Abstracts (Vol. 2023, No. 609, pp. IN23C-0609).

Discusses the development of an open-source science ecosystem for NASA’s Earth Information System.

19. Using GRACE TWS to Predict Reservoir Height in the Upper Parana River Basin

Besnier, J., Getirana, A., Lakshmi, V. V., & Biswas, N. K. (2023). Using GRACE TWS to Predict Reservoir Height in the Upper Parana River Basin. In AGU Fall Meeting Abstracts (Vol. 2023, No. 2245, pp. H43L-2245).

Explores GRACE terrestrial water storage as a predictor of reservoir height in the Upper Paraná River Basin.

18. Modeling the impacts of fire induced soil hydrophobicity and vegetation disturbances on hydrologic response in the western US

Lahmers, T. M., Kumar, S. V., Ahmad, S. K., Holmes, T. R., Getirana, A., Orland, E., Biswas, N.K. & Pflug, J. M. (2023). Modeling the impacts of fire induced soil hydrophobicity and vegetation disturbances on hydrologic response in the western US. In AGU Fall Meeting Abstracts (Vol. 2023, No. 1338, pp. H11G-1338).

Models the hydrologic effects of fire-related changes in soil water repellency and vegetation in the western United States.

17. Developing an efficient globally applicable flood mapping framework using SWAT and HAND

Patel, K., Rajib, A., & Biswas, N. K. (2023). Developing an efficient globally applicable flood mapping framework using SWAT and HAND. AGU Fall Meeting Abstracts (Vol. 2023, No. 1855, pp. H31Z-1855).

Combines SWAT and HAND within a flood mapping framework intended for application across regions.

16. A multivariate data assimilation to estimate the impacts of groundwater depletion in the Ganges-Brahmaputra on the Bay of Bengal's streamflow

Maina, F. Z., Getirana, A., Kumar, S. V., Saharia, M., Biswas, N. K. , Appana, R., & Richey McLarty, A. (2023). A multivariate data assimilation to estimate the impacts of groundwater depletion in the Ganges-Brahmaputra on the Bay of Bengal's streamflow. In AGU Fall Meeting Abstracts (Vol. 2023, pp. H23F-03).

Uses multivariate data assimilation to examine how groundwater depletion affects streamflow reaching the Bay of Bengal.

15. Dynamic landslide hazard forecasting over the Lower Mekong Region using global forecasting precipitation products

Biswas, N. K. , Laverde, M., Stanley, T., Amatya, P. M., & Kirschbaum, D. (2023). Dynamic landslide hazard forecasting over the Lower Mekong Region using global forecasting precipitation products. In AGU Fall Meeting Abstracts (Vol. 2023, No. 711, pp. NH13D-0711).

Explores global precipitation forecasting products for dynamic landslide hazard forecasting in the Lower Mekong Region.

14. Satellite remote sensing observation based groundwater monitoring over Bangladesh

Biswas, N. K. , Getirana, A., Sakib, N., Kumar, S. V., Nie, W., Rahman, K. S., & Biswas, R. K. (2023). Satellite remote sensing observation based groundwater monitoring over Bangladesh. In AGU Fall Meeting Abstracts (Vol. 2023, No. 983, pp. GC21F-0983).

Uses satellite observations to support groundwater monitoring across Bangladesh.

13. A near-real-time and dynamic landslide hazard forecasting framework for the Lower Mekong Region. 6thWorld Landslide Forum, November 2023 in Florence, Italy

Biswas, N.K. , Laverde, M., Stanley, T.A., Kirschbaum, D.B., Amatya, P.M., Meechaiya, C. (2023). A near-real-time and dynamic landslide hazard forecasting framework for the Lower Mekong Region. 6thWorld Landslide Forum, November 2023 in Florence, Italy

Presents a near-real-time framework for forecasting changing landslide hazards in the Lower Mekong Region.

12. Understanding the stress on water resources due to climate change and human activities in Bangladesh using satellite observations

Biswas, N. K. , Getirana, A., Kumar, S. (2022). Understanding the stress on water resources due to climate change and human activities in Bangladesh using satellite observations. AGUFM, H52L-0621

Uses satellite observations to investigate water-resource pressures from climate change and human activities in Bangladesh.

11. A dynamic Landslide hazard forecasting Framework for the Lower Mekong Region

Biswas, N. K. , Stanley, T. A., Amatya, P. M., Kirschbaum, D.B., Meechaiya, C., Laverde, M., , and Towashiraporn, P. (2022). A dynamic Landslide hazard forecasting Framework for the Lower Mekong Region. AGUFM, GC15G-0523.

Presents a dynamic framework for landslide hazard forecasting in the Lower Mekong Region.

10. Investigating the potential of forecast products to inform extreme event analysis and multi-scale landslide hazard assessment

Kirschbaum, D., Thomas Stanley, Sana Khan, Nishan Kumar Biswas , Robert Emberson, Elijah Orland (2022). Investigating the potential of forecast products to inform extreme event analysis and multi-scale landslide hazard assessment. AGUFM, A52F-04.

Investigates forecast products for extreme-event analysis and landslide hazard assessment at multiple spatial scales.

9. Climate and Human Impacts on Hydrological Processes and Flood Risk in the Ganges-Brahmaputra Delta

Augusto Getirana, Nishan Kumar Biswas , Sujay V Kumar. (2022). Climate and Human Impacts on Hydrological Processes and Flood Risk in the Ganges-Brahmaputra Delta. AGUFM, H25B-04.

Examines climate and human influences on hydrological processes and flood risk in the Ganges–Brahmaputra delta.

8. Advancing landslide hazard assessment around the world, AGUFM, NH15B-08

Thomas Stanley, Dalia Kirschbaum, Pukar Man Amatya, Nishan Kumar Biswas , Robert Emberson, Elijah Orland, Rachel Soobitsky (2022) Advancing landslide hazard assessment around the world, AGUFM, NH15B-08

Discusses approaches for advancing landslide hazard assessment across different regions of the world.

7. Evaluation of Satellite-Based Soil Moisture Products using the Landslide Hazard Assessment for Situational Awareness (LHASA) Model for Landslide Prediction and Hazard Analysis in the Lower Mekong River Basin

Chelsea Dandridge, Thomas Stanley, Nishan Kumar Biswas , Venkataraman, Lakshmi, Dalia Kirschbaum (2022). Evaluation of Satellite-Based Soil Moisture Products using the Landslide Hazard Assessment for Situational Awareness (LHASA) Model for Landslide Prediction and Hazard Analysis in the Lower Mekong River Basin. AGUFM, H42G-1378

Evaluates satellite soil moisture products for landslide prediction using the LHASA model in the Lower Mekong River Basin.

6. A Multi-Agency Collaboration Digital Twin for Flood Prediction and Analysis

Thomas Huang, Cedric H David, Jason Kang, Kevin M Marlis, Miles Milosevich, Stepheny Perez, William Phyo, Catalina M Oaida, Joe T Roberts, Mark Wronkiewicz, Sujay V Kumar, Nishan Kumar Biswas , Paul W Stackhouse Jr, David Borges, Madison Broddle, Bradley Macpherson, Simon Baillarin, Gwendoline Blanchet, Frederic Bretar, Peter Kettig, Raquel Rodriguez, Sophie M Ricci, Andrea Piacentini, Thanh-Huy Nguyen, Guillaume Valladeau, Jean-Christophe Poisson, Alice Froidevaux, Romane Raynal, Thanh-Long Huynh. (2022). A Multi-Agency Collaboration Digital Twin for Flood Prediction and Analysis. AGUFM, IN35D-0423

Presents a digital-twin collaboration among multiple agencies for flood prediction and analysis.

5. Using remotely sensed information to support landslide hazard and exposure assessment throughout the disaster lifecycle

Stanley, T., Kirschbaum, D., Amatya, P. M., Emberson, R. A., Khan, S., Orland, E., Biswas, N. K. , Clark, M.K., and Zekkos, D. (2021). Using remotely sensed information to support landslide hazard and exposure assessment throughout the disaster lifecycle. AGUFM, NH35E-0524

Explores satellite information for assessing landslide hazards and exposure across different stages of disaster management.

4. Development of a dynamic landslide hazard awareness system for the Lower Mekong Region

Biswas, N. K. , Stanley, T. A., Amatya, P. M., Kirschbaum, D., Meechaiya, C., Poortinga, A., Laverde, M., Thwal, N. S., Markert, A., and Chishtie, F. (2021). Development of a dynamic landslide hazard awareness system for the Lower Mekong Region. AGUFM, GC54B-05.

Describes the development of a system for tracking changing landslide hazards in the Lower Mekong Region.

3. A Global Reservoir Assessment Tool (RAT) for the global constructed and planned dams

Biswas, N. K. , & Hossain, F. (2020). A Global Reservoir Assessment Tool (RAT) for the global constructed and planned dams. AGUFM, 2020.

Presents RAT as a satellite-based framework for assessing existing and planned dams.

2. A Satellite Observations and Numerical Modelling Based Integrated Flash Flood Forecasting System for North-East Region of Bangladesh

Biswas, N. K. , & Hossain, F. (2018). A Satellite Observations and Numerical Modelling Based Integrated Flash Flood Forecasting System for North-East Region of Bangladesh. AGUFM, 2018, H41I-2162.

Combines satellite observations and numerical models in an integrated flash flood forecasting system for northeastern Bangladesh.

1. Design and Performance Analysis of a Real-time Correction Application to the IMERG Estimated Precipitation in Ganges-Brahmaputra Basin, AMSFM, 2016

Biswas, N. K. , & Hossain, F. (2016). Design and Performance Analysis of a Real-time Correction Application to the IMERG Estimated Precipitation in Ganges-Brahmaputra Basin, AMSFM, 2016.

Evaluates a real-time correction approach for IMERG precipitation estimates over the Ganges–Brahmaputra basin.

1. Application of mathematical models to improve flood control, drainage, and irrigation facilities Shariatpur district, Bangladesh. 5th International Conference on Water & Flood Management 6-8 March 2015, IWFM, BUET, Bangladesh

Hossain, M. S., Pk, S., Kafi, M. A. H., Mazumder, L. C., Sultana, T., & Biswas, N. K. (2014) Application of mathematical models to improve flood control, drainage, and irrigation facilities Shariatpur district, Bangladesh. 5th International Conference on Water & Flood Management 6-8 March 2015, IWFM, BUET, Bangladesh.

Applies mathematical models to flood control, drainage, and irrigation planning in Shariatpur district, Bangladesh.

Selected research & development

Projects, Tools & Frameworks

A selection of research initiatives, interactive tools, and systems I have developed or contributed to. Earlier projects are included as examples of the methods and applications developed through this work.

Education Details

PhD in Civil and Environmental Engineering

Hydrology and Hydrodynamics Track
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
University of Washington, Seattle, Washington
Thesis: Mainstreaming multimission satellite observations in operational water management

Masters in Civil and Environmental Engineering

Hydrology and Hydrodynamics Track
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
University of Washington, Seattle, Washington
Thesis: Development of Web Analytical Scalable Tools for Water Management based on Satellite-based Earth Observations

Bachelor of Science in Water Resources Engineering

Department of Water Resources Engineering
Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology(BUET)
Dhaka, Bangladesh
Thesis: Statistical characterization of flow and its effect on the design of revetments along Teesta River, Bangladesh

Roles & contributions

Experience

Summer School, Workshops, Trainings

Technical Workshops

Trainings as the lead

  • Online IT training on how to build and maintain web-portals such as South Asian Surface Water Modelling System (http://depts.washington.edu/saswe) using non-proprietary (free) software to Pakistan Council for Research in Water Resources, Pakistan and Department of Hydrology and Meteorology, Nepal by University of Washington
  • Training at University of Washington, Seattle on remote sensing application in water resources monitoring and prediction, hydrological model development and calibration, and Satellite Altimeter to the following stakeholder organizations of South and South-East Asia.
    1. Pakistan Council of Research in Water Resources (PCRWR), Pakistan
    2. National University of Civil Engineering (NUCE), Vietnam
    3. Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM), Nepal
    4. National Center for Water Resources Planning and Investigation (NAWAPI), Vietnam
    5. Bangladesh Water Development Board, Bangladesh
    6. Institute of Water Modelling, Dhaka, Bangladesh
    7. Asian Disaster Preparedness Center, Thailand

Trainings as a participant

  • Training on User Interface Development using C# Programming and SQL Server Database Management by Institute of Water Modelling
  • Training on Environmental Impact Assessment & Environment Management Plan by the Department of Civil Engineering, BUET, Bangladesh
  • Training on MIKE 11: Flood Mapping and Data Assimilation from the Academy by DHI, Delft Hydraulic Institute, Denmark.
  • Training on MIKE 11(HD & NAM) by Institute of Water Modelling, Dhaka, Bangladesh
  • Training on Basic Arc-GIS by Institute of Water Modelling, Dhaka, Bangladesh

Supporting science & the community

Service & Engagement

Research support

Funding

Research through partnership

Collaborators