Business Consulting Specialist at National Center for Meteorology, Saudi Arabia
Dr. Md Nazrul Islam is a distinguished Climate and Climate Change Expert with over 30 years of experience in research, teaching, and consulting. He holds a Ph.D. in Atmospheric Science from Hokkaido University, Japan, and has contributed significantly to climate studies in South Asia and the Arabian Peninsula. Currently, he serves as a Business Consulting Specialist at the National Center for Meteorology (NCM) in Saudi Arabia. Dr. Islam has completed over 20 research projects, published 80+ peer-reviewed articles, and contributed to the IPCC Sixth Assessment Report. His expertise includes climate modeling, weather extremes, and climate change impacts on water, agriculture, and energy. He has mentored numerous students and researchers, fostering advancements in meteorology and climate science.
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Education 🎓
- Ph.D. in Atmospheric Science, Hokkaido University, Japan (1996)
Dissertation: Characteristics of clouds and cloud clusters obtained by radar and satellite data during the TOGA-COARE IOP.
- M.Sc. in Physics, Dhaka University, Bangladesh (1990)
Thesis: Prediction Models for Drought and Different Meteorological Variables in Bangladesh.
- B.Sc. in Physics, Dhaka University, Bangladesh (1988)
Achieved First Class 1st position.
- H.S.C. in Science, Companigonj BA College, Comilla, Bangladesh (1982)
- S.S.C. in Science, Jahapur KK Academy, Comilla, Bangladesh (1980)
Dr. Islam’s academic journey reflects his dedication to atmospheric sciences, with a strong foundation in physics and advanced expertise in climate modeling.
Experience 💼
- Business Consulting Specialist, National Center for Meteorology (NCM), Saudi Arabia (Oct 2023–Present)
- Consultant, Climate Change Center, NCM, Saudi Arabia (Sep 2022–Jul 2023)
- Consultant, Center of Excellence for Climate Change Research, King Abdulaziz University, Saudi Arabia (Sep 2021–Aug 2022)
- Professor, Department of Meteorology, King Abdulaziz University, Saudi Arabia (Nov 2009–Aug 2021)
- Head, Synoptic Division, SAARC Meteorological Research Centre, Bangladesh (Nov 2007–Dec 2009)
- Associate/Assistant Professor, Bangladesh University of Engineering & Technology (1996–2011)
Dr. Islam has led numerous climate research projects, mentored students, and contributed to regional and global climate assessments.
Awards and Honors 🏆
- Contributing Author, IPCC Sixth Assessment Report (AR6) Atlas 🌍
- Life Member, Bangladesh Physical Society (BPS) and Bangladesh Association for the Advancement of Science (BAAS) 🎖️
- Member, Japan Meteorological Society (1993–1996) 🇯🇵
- Pioneer in Meteorology, Established the first Meteorology Laboratory at BUET, Bangladesh 🏫
- Highly Cited Researcher, Collaborated with internationally recognized scientists 📈
- Supervised 12 M.Phil., 4 M.Sc., and 1 Ph.D. Dissertations 🎓
Dr. Islam’s contributions to climate science have been recognized through his impactful research, leadership, and mentorship.
Research Focus 🔍
Dr. Islam’s research focuses on:
- Climate Modeling: Using Global (GCMs) and Regional Climate Models (RCMs) for weather and climate predictions. 🌐
- Climate Change Impacts: Assessing effects on water resources, agriculture, and energy. 🌾💧⚡
- Weather Extremes: Analyzing droughts, floods, and temperature variability. 🌧️🌡️
- Monsoon Systems: Studying dynamics and variability in South Asia and the Arabian Peninsula. 🌧️🌀
- Remote Sensing: Utilizing satellite data for climate analysis. 🛰️
- Long-range Forecasting: Developing models for seasonal and decadal climate predictions. 📅
His work bridges observational data and advanced modeling to address pressing climate challenges.
Publication Top Notes 📚
- Projections of precipitation and temperature over South Asian countries in CMIP6 (2020) 🌧️🌡️
- Projected change in temperature and precipitation over Africa from CMIP6 (2020) 🌍
- Recent climate change in the Arabian Peninsula: Rainfall and temperature analysis (2012) 🌧️🌡️
- Use of TRMM in determining rainfall characteristics over Bangladesh (2007) 🌧️🛰️
- Trends in extreme daily rainfall and temperature indices over South Asia (2015) 🌧️🌡️
- Projected changes in temperature and precipitation over the US and Caribbean in CMIP6 (2021) 🌎
- Assessment of CMIP6 performance over South America (2021) 🌍
- Impact of climate change on boro rice production in Bangladesh (2010) 🌾
- Trends of temperature extremes in Saudi Arabia (2014) 🌡️
- Calibration of PRECIS for future scenarios in Bangladesh (2008) 🌧️
Conclusion 🌟
Dr. Md Nazrul Islam is a leading figure in climate science, with a career spanning over three decades. His expertise in climate modeling, weather extremes, and climate change impacts has significantly advanced the field. Through his research, teaching, and mentorship, he has contributed to global climate assessments and inspired the next generation of scientists. His work continues to address critical climate challenges, ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come. 🌍🔬