Merghadi Abdelaziz

Birth: November 12, 1991, in Tebessa, Algeria

Academic Background:

• 2013: Bachelor's Degree in Geosciences - Echahid Cheikh Larbi Tebessi University, Tebessa, Algeria
• 2015: Master's Degree in Engineering Geology and Territory Planning - Echahid Cheikh Larbi Tebessi University, Tebessa, Algeria
• 2020: Ph.D. in Applied Hydrogeology - Echahid Cheikh Larbi Tebessi University, Tebessa, Algeria

Research Affiliation: Research Laboratory of Sedimentary Environment, Mineral and Water Resources of Eastern Algeria, Echahid Cheikh Larbi Tebessi University, Tebessa 12002, Algeria

Specialized Training: Expert in Geoinformatics and Advanced Technologies

ORCID: 0000-0002-1041-6865

Dr. Abdelaziz Merghadi has built a remarkable international career spanning from Algeria to China, demonstrating his expertise in applying advanced geoinformatics technologies to geosciences.

Current and Recent Positions:

• Associate Professor - China University of Geosciences, Wuhan, China
• Associate Researcher - Badong National Observation and Research Station of Geohazards, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan
• Post-doctoral Researcher - China University of Geosciences, Wuhan, China
• Head of Prospective and Innovation Division - Territory Planning Research Center, Constantine, Algeria
• Lead Researcher - Territory Planning Research Center, Constantine, Algeria

Research Expertise:

His research focuses on the application of advanced geoinformatics techniques, including Geographic Information Systems (GIS), remote sensing, and machine learning, to enhance the prediction and management of natural hazards, mitigate land degradation, and address the impacts of climate change.

Notable Recent Scientific Publications:

• "Advanced Prediction of Landslide Deformation Through Temporal Fusion Transformer and Multivariate Time-Series Clustering of InSAR: Insights From the Badui Region, Eastern Tibet"
• "Interferometric Synthetic Aperture Radar (InSAR)-Based Absence Sampling for Machine-Learning-Based Landslide Susceptibility Mapping: The Three Gorges Reservoir Area, China"
• "Ground Surface Deformation Analysis Integrating InSAR and GPS Data in the Karstic Terrain of Cheria Basin, Algeria"
• "Machine learning methods for landslide susceptibility studies: A comparative overview of algorithm performance"

International Recognition:

Dr. Merghadi is internationally recognized for his significant contributions to the field of geoinformatics applied to geohazards. His work is regularly cited in international scientific literature, and he collaborates with leading research institutions in China and Algeria.

Advanced Technical Skills:

• Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning: Application of AI algorithms for geological hazard prediction
• Advanced Geoinformatics: Mastery of GIS technologies, remote sensing, and spatial analysis
• Signal Processing: Expertise in InSAR analysis and geophysical data processing
• Predictive Modeling: Development of models for landslide susceptibility assessment

Research Contribution:

His research has a direct impact on understanding and mitigating natural hazards, particularly in mountainous and karstic regions. His innovative methods combine cutting-edge technologies with traditional geological expertise to develop practical solutions to contemporary environmental challenges.

Academic Leadership:

As an Associate Professor at one of China's leading geoscience universities, Dr. Merghadi contributes to the education and training of the next generation of geoscientists while advancing the frontiers of knowledge in his field.

Contact: abdelaziz.merghadi@cug.edu.cn