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Institute of Disaster Management

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Dr. Md. Jalal Uddin

Assistant Professor
Address: Room # 104, New Academic Bldg., Block A, KUET, Khulna-9203, 911±¬ÁÏ +8801325349170
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Bio

Dr. Md. Jalal Uddin, a meteorologist and climate scientist, is an Assistant Professor at the Institute of Disaster Management, Khulna University of Engineering & Technology (KUET) since December 30, 2024. He has done postdoctoral research at Ocean College, Zhejiang University, China and Typhoon Research Center, Jeju National University, South Korea. Dr. Jalal holds a Ph.D. in Atmospheric Physics and Atmospheric Environment, an M.Sc. in Applied Meteorology, and a B.Sc. in Disaster Management (Hons.).

To date, Dr. Jalal has authored more than 40 peer-reviewed publications in prestigious journals such as the Journal of Geophysical Research: Atmospheres, Earth and Space Science, Journal of Applied Meteorology and Climatology, International Journal of Climatology, Meteorology and Atmospheric Physics, and Atmospheric Research, in addition to authoring four books on topics including data analysis, scientific computing, and scientific writing.
 
He regularly participates in the peer-review process for prestigious journals, including Nature Communications, Journal of Hydrology: Regional Studies, Remote Sensing, etc.

With extensive teaching experience, Dr. Jalal has taught courses in NCL, MATLAB, Python, CDO, and scientific writing at Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology (2018-2024), and worked as a research assistant at both Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology and Macquarie University. He also participated in the NICHE project at Dhaka University of Engineering & Technology as an intern, working on disaster management and climate change.

As the founder and director of the Research and Skill Development Society and the Center for Weather and Climate Research, Dr. Jalal is dedicated to promoting research in disaster management and climate science. He teaches various subjects including Python, MATLAB, AI, research methodology, and career development skills to national and international students.

"Disaster Risk Reduction = Integration of Science and Society", Dr. Jalal

Honours and Awards
ï‚§    Chinese Government Scholarship (2020–2023)
ï‚§    Jiangsu Jasmine Government Scholarship (2017–2019)
ï‚§    Nanjing University Student Cadre Award (2018)
ï‚§    Grameen Bank and Jamil Scholarship Award (2007)


Education

PhD in Atmospheric Physics and Atmospheric Environment
Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology,China (2023)

M.Sc. in Applied Meteorology
Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology,China (2019)

B.Sc. in Disaster Management (Hons.)
Patuakhali Science and Technology University,911±¬ÁÏ (2015)


Research


  • Research Areas
    ï‚§    Tropical cyclone (TC)-related weather extremes (strong winds and heavy rainfall)
    ï‚§    Drought and climate extremes (temperature and precipitation extremes)
    ï‚§    Machine learning and deep learning applications in TC climatology (genesis, track, intensity, size)
    ï‚§    Ocean-atmosphere teleconnections related to cyclones and climate extremes

    Skills

    • Programming and Software Skills:

      • Python, MATLAB, NCL (NCAR Command Language)
      • CDO (Climate Data Operators), GrADS (Grid Analysis and Display System)
      • SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences)
      • Microsoft Excel
    • Artificial Intelligence:

      • Machine Learning and Deep Learning models
    • Linux Proficiency:

      • Advanced usage of Linux systems
    • Research and Academic Writing:

      • Research Methodology (scientific paper writing and publication)
      • Thesis Writing
      • Career Development:
        • SOP (Statement of Purpose) writing
        • Resume and CV preparation
        • Research Proposal development
    • Scientific Tools and Resources:

      • Mendeley (Reference Management)
      • IELTS (English Language Proficiency) guidance

Experience

Service Records
  • Assistant Professor 
    Institute of Disaster Management, Khulna University of Engineering & Technology, (December 30, 2024 – present)
    Postdoctoral Researcher 
    Ocean College, Zhejiang University, China (September 2024 – October 2024)
    Typhoon Research Center, College of Ocean Science, Jeju National University, South Korea (June 2023 – May 2024)
    Lecturer
    Teacher for NCL, MATLAB, Python, CDO, and scientific paper writing courses at Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology (2018 – 2024).
    Research Assistant 
    Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology, China (June 2019 – September 2020)
    Macquarie University, Australia (December 2016 – April 2017)
    Intern at Dhaka University of Engineering & Technology (DUET) NICHE project on "Capacity Development on Adaptation and Disaster Management in Water Sector Related to Climate Change" (January 2015 – May 2015) 
    Founder and Director
    Research and Skill Development Society, Dhaka, 911±¬ÁÏ (https://rsds-bd.org/founder-and-director/)  
    Center for Weather and Climate Research (https://rsds-bd.org/center-for-weather-and-climate-research/)   


  • Dr. Jalal has provided scientific talk and professional training on Python, MATLAB, AI, NCL, CDO, SPSS, Microsoft Excel, research methodology (writing and publishing) and career development skills to national and international students at the following universities and organizations.

    Universities and Organizations:

    1. Nanjing University of Information Science & Technology, organized by IMSA
    2. University of Chittagong, organized by Chittagong University Scientific Society
    3. Mawlana Bhashani Science and Technology University, organized by MBSTU Science Club
    4. University of Barishal, organized by Barishal University Science Club
    5. Begum Rokeya University, organized by Disaster Management E-Learning Centre
    6. Jashore University of Science and Technology, organized by dept. of Climate and Disaster Management
    7. Patuakhali Science and Technology University, organized by PSTU ESDM Club
    8. Research and Skill Development Society


Teaching and Supervision

#Course Conduction

DM 6201: Disaster Forecast and Early Warning System

Introduction to the forecasting of hydro-meteorological hazards, Meteorology, Vertical and horizontal distribution of temperature and pressure, Types of clouds and precipitation, Measuring instruments, Weather phenomenon, Weather forecast and tools, Physiography Meteorology and Hydrology, Types of hydro-meteorological hazards, Basic elements of hydro-meteorological hazards (Intensity, density, exposed population and property), Measuring and presentation of the hydro-meteorological hazards (Scale, level and end user), Use of modern technology, Major stakeholders (Government, public and international institutions), Forecasting of hydro-meteorological hazards, Early warning system for different hazards. 

San 6107: Institutional Aspects of Sanitation

Sanitation Governance: Definitions, debates, controversies; The different actors and decision making processes; Power relations among actors in the local and global levels: Gender, class & race relations and power asymmetries; Practices of coordination & decision making around contested water distribution; Contextualizing sanitation: the politics of urban waste; Formal and informal regulation, regulatory impact assessment; Case studies on regulatory frameworks around the world; Everyday sanitation from different perspectives; Sanitation history; Sanitation in colonial contexts; Shifting sanitation governance in light of justice concerns; Governance alternatives amongst the “crisis of imagination”.

Behaviour Change: Introduction to behaviour change; Behaviour change frameworks; Intervention design; Case studies.

Advocacy and Leadership: Concepts of Leadership; Vision and Strategy; Communication skills; Self-reflection and way forward.


Last Update: 13-May-2025