Behzad Mozafari

Behzad Mozafari is a Research Scientist and postdoctoral research fellow at University College Dublin's School of Civil Engineering. He is currently working on the NexSys project, developing a Digital Twin framework for water resource recovery facilities, and serves as a guest lecturer in various environmental engineering and hydrology courses.

His educational background includes:

• PhD from University College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
• MSc from Sharif University of Technology, Tehran, Iran
• BSc from Iran University of Science and Technology, Tehran, Iran

Dr. Mozafari's research focuses on hydrological, hydrogeological and environmental modelling, with particular emphasis on addressing complex hydro-environmental challenges through computational methods, fieldwork, remote sensing, and data-driven solutions. His expertise spans:

• Hydro(geo)logical Modelling
• Surface-groundwater Interaction and Nutrient Fate & Transport
• Data Science applications in Environmental Modelling
• Field Hydrology techniques
• Sustainable Urban Water Systems development
• Nature-based Sustainable Water Infrastructure
• Water Resource Recovery and Conservation strategies

His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on peatland hydrology (particularly Irish peatlands, identified as Ireland's most threatened ecosystems), urban water conservation, and innovative water treatment approaches. His work bridges theoretical modeling with practical applications, especially in climate change adaptation and sustainable resource management.

Dr. Mozafari's scientific recognition includes:

• UCD Sustainability Seed Funding (2024)
• First place at the European Peatlands and Policies Mapathon (2024)
• National representative of Ireland in the Young Hydrologic Society (2021-2024)

He actively supports multiple PhD and Master's students in their research initiatives. His teaching portfolio includes developing and delivering courses such as "Sustainable and Nature Based Water Infrastructure" and "Applied Hydrology," as well as guest lecturing on Environmental Engineering Fundamentals. His collaborative work spans international projects, including research on seawater intrusion in fractured aquifers with teams from Australia and France.

Dr. Mozafari is actively involved in the NexSys project, which aims to identify pathways towards net-zero energy systems. His work on developing a Digital Twin framework for water resource recovery facilities represents cutting-edge integration of digital technology with sustainable water management practices.