Mohammed Ali

Mohammed Ali is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Civil Engineering & Surveying, University of Portsmouth, where he serves as Course Leader for the MEng and BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering programs. He is affiliated with the Centre for Environmental and Renewable Energy Solutions and actively contributes to teaching and research in civil and environmental engineering.

His research interests include:

• Design and control of water distribution networks
• Optimization using Genetic Algorithms
• Water network asset management
• Leakage reduction and water demand analysis
• Sustainable drainage systems
• Civil engineering hydraulics

His research spans civil infrastructure, sustainability, and optimization, with a strong focus on practical applications in water systems. His publications from 2001 to 2023 reflect a sustained contribution to water network design, control, and educational innovation, particularly in applying computational methods like genetic algorithms to real-world engineering problems. A recurring theme is the integration of engineering knowledge into optimization frameworks for resilient and sustainable water infrastructure.

Scientific contributions include:

• Development of the Pipe Index Vector method to enhance genetic algorithm performance in pipe optimization
• Knowledge-based models for control valve placement in water networks
• Design frameworks for sustainable water systems in developing countries
• Contributions to open educational practices and learning design

Mohammed Ali supervises postgraduate research and is accepting PhD students in relevant areas. He teaches modules such as Water and Environmental Engineering, Water Infrastructure Engineering, Mathematics, and Environmental Management. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those related to clean water and sustainable cities.

He is actively involved in research, education, and supervision, with no indication of part-time status, retirement, or emeritus status.