Zohreh Alijani is a distinguished Remote Sensing & Geospatial Specialist with over a decade of expertise. Currently serving as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the University of Guelph, she has a proven track record in leveraging advanced technologies and data analysis to address complex spatial challenges. Zohreh excels in remote sensing techniques, GIS analysis, spatial modeling, and has a strong background in managing geospatial data. Her proficiency extends to programming, cloud infrastructure, and diverse machine learning algorithms.
Education:
Ph.D. in Geography, Environment, and Geomatics (University of Guelph, 2023)
Ph.D. in Soil Genesis and Land Evaluation (University of Tehran, 2018)
M.Sc. in Soil Genesis and Land Evaluation (University of Tehran, 2012)
B.Sc. in Soil Science (Gorgan University, 2009)
Research Focus:
Zohreh’s research spans various environmental applications, with a particular focus on remote sensing, geospatial analysis, and soil moisture retrieval. She has expertise in SAR, LiDAR, and satellite image analysis, employing machine learning and deep learning for prediction, simulation, and modeling. Zohreh’s work also involves the application of geospatial technologies to monitor environmental changes and land use/cover dynamics.
Professional Journey:
Postdoctoral Research Fellow (University of Guelph, 2023-present):
Collaborating with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada on crop residue mapping.
Characterizing surface roughness parameters in boreal forests using iPad LiDAR.
Research Assistant (University of Guelph, 2019-2022):
Ph.D. project on factors affecting the validation of satellite soil moisture retrievals.
Extensive experience in image analysis, machine learning, and time-series analysis.
Teaching Assistant (University of Guelph, 2019-2022):
Provided instructional support for courses in geospatial analysis and environmental hydrology.
Visiting Researcher (University of Guelph, 2018-2019):
Conducted remote sensing analysis for land use/cover changes.
Utilized agent-based modeling to simulate spatiotemporal evolution in agriculture.
Project Advisor (Mahab Ghods Consulting Engineering, Iran, 2017):
Implemented digital soil mapping and Geopedology projects.
Agricultural Consultant (Booy Gandom Agricultural Industry, Iran, 2015-2017):
Collaborated with agricultural sectors on soil and crop management.
Cadastral Land Surveyor (University of Tehran, 2014-2015):
Involved in land surveying tasks and interviews with farmers.
Honors & Awards:
Environmental Health & Safety Professional Certificate
Certificates in EO college online course and NASA’s ARSET program
Publications Top Noted & Contributions:
Zohreh has made significant contributions through her publications in renowned journals, including the Journal of Environmental Management. Her work showcases a blend of technical expertise and real-world applications.
Title: Spatio-temporal evolution of agricultural land use change drivers: A case study from Chalous region, Iran
- Authors: Z Alijani, F Hosseinali, A Biswas
- Journal: Journal of Environmental Management
- Year: 2020
- Volume: 262
- Pages: 110326
Title: Land suitability evaluation for irrigating wheat by geopedological approach and geographic information system: A case study of Qazvin plain, Iran
- Authors: S Mousavi, F Sarmadian, Z Alijani, A Taati
- Journal: Eurasian Journal of Soil Science
- Year: 2017
- Volume: 6 (3)
- Pages: 275-284
Title: The role of topography in changing soil carbonate content
- Authors: Z Alijani, F Sarmadian
- Journal: Indian Journal Science Research
- Year: 2014
- Volume: 6 (1)
- Pages: 263-271
Title: Accuracy assessment of geostatistical methods for zoning heavy metals in soils of urban-industrial areas
- Authors: E Mahmoudabadi, F Sarmadian, GH Savaghebi, Z Alijani
- Journal: International Research Journal of Applied Basic Sciences
- Year: 2012
- Volume: 3
- Pages: 991-999
Title: Sensitivity of C-Band SAR Polarimetric Variables to the Directionality of Surface Roughness Parameters
- Authors: Z Alijani, J Lindsay, M Chabot, T Rowlandson, A Berg
- Journal: Remote Sensing
- Year: 2021
- Volume: 13 (11)
- Pages: 2210
Author Metrics:
Total Citations:
- Zohreh Alijani has received a total of 113 citations for all of her publications.
H-Index:
- The H-Index is 5, indicating that there are at least 5 papers that have received 5 or more citations each.
i10-Index:
- The i10-Index is 4 for all time, and 3 since 2019, suggesting that there are at least 4 (all time) and 3 (since 2019) papers with 10 or more citations.
Zohreh Alijani’s research has had a notable impact, with a consistent H-Index and a significant number of citations, showcasing the influence of her work in the academic community.
Research Timeline:
Ph.D. Research (University of Guelph): 2019-2023
Visiting Researcher (University of Guelph): 2018-2019
Project Advisor (Mahab Ghods Consulting Engineering): 2017
Agricultural Consultant (Booy Gandom Agricultural Industry): 2015-2017
Cadastral Land Surveyor (University of Tehran): 2014-2015
Zohreh Alijani’s professional journey is characterized by a seamless integration of academic rigor, practical applications, and a commitment to advancing the field of remote sensing and geospatial analysis. Her research focus, coupled with a diverse skill set, has earned her recognition and accolades in the academic and professional spheres.
