Jahanzeb Rahimi | Water Resources Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Jahanzeb Rahimi | Water Resources Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Engineer and Lecturer | Kandahar University | Afghanistan

Mr. Jahanzeb Rahimi’s research field reflects a strong focus on hydraulics, hydrotechnical structures, and water resource management, supported by extensive project and professional experience in both academic and applied engineering environments. His expertise spans the use of engineering design and simulation tools such as Geo-Studio, WaterCAD, and EPANET for modeling and optimizing hydraulic systems. As a lecturer and engineer, he has contributed to the development and implementation of hydrological and water infrastructure projects that enhance urban and rural water management. His professional work includes site supervision, project planning, and engineering design, where he has demonstrated proficiency in handling complex construction and water systems with an emphasis on sustainability and operational efficiency. His experience in procurement management at the Ministry of Rural Rehabilitation and Development further reflects his capability in resource coordination, infrastructure planning, and multi-disciplinary collaboration. Rahimi’s research interests are centered on hydraulic structure analysis, environmental water resource systems, and the integration of digital tools for efficient water network management. He is particularly interested in advancing water conservation technologies, flood control systems, and the sustainable utilization of natural resources. Through his engineering practice and teaching, he aims to bridge theoretical research with practical applications to develop innovative solutions that address modern challenges in water resource engineering and environmental protection. His professional journey illustrates a deep commitment to enhancing hydrotechnical infrastructure, promoting community-oriented engineering solutions, and contributing to the sustainable development of water systems in Afghanistan and beyond.

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Publications

Rahimi, J., Karimi, B. A., & Qani, N. A. (2025). Evaluation of slope stability in earthen canal using GeoStudio simulation: A multi-parameter approach for the Khush Tepa Canal Project, Afghanistan

Sunkwon Yoon | Water Resources Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Sunkwon Yoon | Water Resources Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Research Fellow | The Seoul Institute | South Korea

Dr. Sunkwon Yoon’s research career demonstrates extensive contributions to hydrology, climate science, and urban water management, with a focus on developing adaptive technologies to mitigate the impacts of climate change. His research projects span smart water management systems, integrated flood risk assessment, and the design of resilient urban hydrologic infrastructures. As a principal investigator at the APEC Climate Center, he led international projects such as the development of smart water management solutions for the Kingdom of Tonga, integrating climate information to address water scarcity, and predictive systems for mud and debris flow considering urban characteristics. His work also includes advanced modeling techniques for flood forecasting, drought assessment, and inland-river systems management, emphasizing the application of stochastic and statistical hydrology to real-world problems. At the Seoul Institute of Technology and earlier at KAIST, his research explored risk-based water management, green growth initiatives, and climate-resilient urban development. His primary research interests include urban hydrology, smart water technology, flood and drought frequency analysis, and hydrometeorological variability linked to global climate phenomena such as ENSO and the Indian Ocean Dipole. Dr. Yoon’s studies have contributed significantly to improving prediction accuracy for extreme weather events, enhancing water security, and formulating sustainable water policies for urban resilience. Through collaborative efforts across government and international organizations, his experience bridges scientific modeling and policy-driven decision-making for disaster risk reduction. His ongoing focus on integrating hydrologic modeling with data-driven approaches reflects a commitment to advancing sustainable and adaptive water resource management under the evolving challenges of climate variability.

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Featured Publications:

  • Kim, J. P., Jung, I. W., Park, K. W., Yoon, S. K., & Lee, D. (2016). Hydrological utility and uncertainty of multi-satellite precipitation products in the mountainous region of South Korea. Remote Sensing, 8(7), 608.

  • Kim, J. S., Jain, S., & Yoon, S. K. (2012). Warm season streamflow variability in the Korean Han River Basin: Links with atmospheric teleconnections. International Journal of Climatology, 32(4), 635–640.

  • Moon, H., Yoon, S., & Moon, Y. (2023). Urban flood forecasting using a hybrid modeling approach based on a deep learning technique. Journal of Hydroinformatics, 25(2), 593–610.

  • Lee, T., Ouarda, T. B. M. J., & Yoon, S. (2017). KNN-based local linear regression for the analysis and simulation of low flow extremes under climatic influence. Climate Dynamics, 49(9), 3493–3511.

  • Yoon, S. K., Kim, J. S., & Moon, Y. I. (2014). Integrated flood risk analysis in a changing climate: A case study from the Korean Han River Basin. KSCE Journal of Civil Engineering, 18(5), 1563–1571.