Farzaneh Dadrass Javan

Dr. Farzaneh Dadrass Javan is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Earth Observation Science, Faculty of Geo-Information and Earth Observation (ITC), University of Twente, Netherlands. Her academic journey began at the University of Tehran, Iran, where she earned her PhD and MSc in Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing. She contributes to interdisciplinary research bridging UAV technology, Artificial Intelligence, and data fusion for environmental and societal challenges, particularly in the Global South.

Research Interests: Her work focuses on multi-scale geospatial data integration, leveraging drones to bridge ground and satellite observations. Key areas include

• Environmental monitoring through UAV-aided remote sensing
• Explainable AI for ecological and agricultural applications
• 3D modeling of urban and heritage sites
• Climate resilience and drought analysis in Iran
• Deep learning for infrastructure and vegetation health assessment

Scientific Contributions: With over 59 research outputs, she specializes in UAV photogrammetry, multi-sensor fusion, and AI-driven environmental solutions. Her projects address water and health security in marginalized communities, precision agriculture, and smart cities. She has received recognition for journal-featured papers, APC waivers, and invitations to speak at global conferences.

Awards and Leadership:

• Guest Editor for Remote Sensing Journal and Drones Journal panel member
• Associate Editor for GIScience Journal
• Scientific Committee roles in ISPRS, IEEE, and SEFI conferences
• External examiner/supervisor for universities in South Africa, USA, Belgium, and Netherlands

Education: She holds a PhD and MSc from the University of Tehran, supervised by Prof. Farhad Samadzadegan.