Muhannad Hammad

Dr. Muhannad Hammad is a Researcher in the Department of Physical Geography at Utrecht University's Faculty of Geosciences. His work focuses on geohazards assessment using advanced remote sensing techniques, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and machine learning. He holds a Ph.D. in Geosciences from the University of Szeged (2021), an M.Sc. in Applied Geology from Damascus University (2011), and extensive professional experience in geology and geotechnical projects.

Academic Background:

• Ph.D. in Geosciences, University of Szeged, Hungary (2021)
• M.Sc. in Applied Geology, Damascus University, Syria (2011)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Hydrogeology, Damascus University (2003)
• Bachelor's Degree in Geology, Damascus University (2001)

Research Interests: His primary research integrates remote sensing and GIS for landslide hazard assessment, land cover change analysis, and geomorphological investigations. He applies statistical methods and machine learning to improve geohazard mitigation strategies, with a focus on coastal dynamics, fluvial systems, and global environmental change impacts.

Publications: Dr. Hammad has published extensively on landslide risk modeling, differential SAR interferometry, and land cover change studies in Syria and Hungary. His work emphasizes satellite data applications for environmental monitoring and geotechnical safety.

Professional Experience: From 2005–2016, he worked as a Geologist at the General Establishment of Geology and Mineral Resources in Syria, conducting geological surveys and project supervision.

Labs/Teams: Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams at Utrecht University focusing on remote sensing applications in geomorphology and geohazards.