Savin Chand

Dr. Savin Chand is an Associate Professor in Applied Mathematics and Statistics at Federation University Australia’s Institute of Innovation, Science and Sustainability. He specializes in severe weather events, climate extremes, and tropical cyclones, with a focus on bridging data analysis and societal impacts. His research combines mathematical modeling, climate change impacts, and decision-support tools to address environmental challenges.

Education:

• PhD in Meteorology, University of Melbourne (2011)
• Graduate Certificate in Tertiary Teaching, University of the South Pacific (2005)
• Master of Science in Physics, University of the South Pacific (2005)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Physics, University of the South Pacific (2002)
• Bachelor of Science (Mathematics and Physics), University of the South Pacific (2000)

Research Interests:

• Mathematical and statistical modeling of environmental processes
• Climate change impacts on infrastructure, food/water security, and biodiversity
• Weather extremes (tropical cyclones, rainfall, droughts, heatwaves)
• Decision-support systems for climate adaptation

Awards and Recognition:

• Uwe Radok Award (2011) for exceptional PhD research
• Multiple Vice-Chancellor’s Research Excellence Awards (2017, 2022)
• Excellence in Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration (2024)

Leadership and Grants:

• Theme Leader, Net Zero Initiative (Centre for New Energy Transition Research)
• $1.5M+ in research grants over the past decade
• Master of Data Science Programme Coordinator

Labs/Teams: Part of the Centre for New Energy Transition Research (CfNETR), focusing on energy-water nexus, low-carbon solutions, and climate-resilient infrastructure.