Dr. Meriam lahsaini | Hydraulic Engineering | Women Researcher Award 

Dr. Meriam lahsaini, CNR, Italy,

Meriam Lahsaini is a highly skilled professional with extensive experience in geospatial data management, environmental monitoring, and remote sensing applications. Born on May 2, 1988, in Morocco, she currently resides in Ferrara, Italy. Meriam holds a key consultancy role at the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC) in the Knowledge Centre of Earth Observation (KCEO), where she contributes to the wetland project by mapping wetlands across Europe and developing information systems. She has also held multiple post-doctoral research positions at esteemed institutions such as CNR-IGG, CNR-IMAA, and CNR-IRPI in Italy, focusing on database design, satellite data analysis, and environmental monitoring systems.In her professional journey, Meriam has demonstrated expertise in developing atmospheric correction algorithms for optical images, creating conceptual and logical models for geospatial databases, and implementing WebGIS interfaces for spatial data visualization. Her work at Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University in Morocco involved managing natural risk data and developing interactive web cartographic interfaces for flood risk management. She has also provided her GIS analytical skills to Wed Etude Marocco srl and Maroc-Ingenov Morocco srl, enhancing their spatial and urban analysis services. Meriam’s diverse experience reflects her proficiency in using advanced geospatial technologies and her dedication to environmental research and data management.

Professional Profile:

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EDUCATION

• Ph.D. in Environmental Sciences
  • Institution: CNR-IMAA (National Research Council – Institute of Methodologies for Environmental Analysis), Tito Scalo, Italy
  • Title of Thesis: Development of a modular monitoring system for inland and coastal water quality based on satellite data.
  • Project: IDEWA – Irrigation and Drainage monitoring by remote sensing of Ecosystems and Water resources management.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

01/10/2023 – Present

• Consultant at European Commission – JRC
  • Joint Research Centre, Knowledge Centre of Earth Observation (KCEO), Ispra, Italy
  • Activities:
    • Working on the wetland project for mapping wetlands across Europe and implementing an information system.
    • Writing technical reports for certification by Member States.
    • Working on URDB database to identify requirements for all directorates in the European Commission.
    • Creating surveys for data collection and glossaries.
    • Developing frontend interfaces for data visualization.

01/06/2023 – 31/05/2024

• Post-Doctoral Researcher
  • CNR-IGG (National Research Council – Institute of Geosciences and Earth Resources), Pisa, Italy
  • Title: “Design, implementation, and management of a database, including geographical data, and its interface for visualization and interrogation.”
  • Activities:
    • Establishing a database for the Geothermal Infrastructure in Tuscany using INSPIRE UML models.
    • Creating conceptual models (CM) in Enterprise Architect.
    • Developing logical models (LM) in PostgreSQL using DBeaver.
    • Implementing the database (DB) and creating SQL queries.
    • Designing and implementing frontend using Streamlit apps.
    • Creating interfaces using HTML and CSS.
    • Implementing WebGIS for spatial data visualization (e.g., wells, geothermal power plants, monitoring stations).

01/09/2022 – 31/05/2023

• Post-Doctoral Researcher
  • CNR-IMAA (National Research Council – Institute of Methodologies for Environmental Analysis), Tito Scalo, Italy
  • Title: “Development of a modular monitoring system for inland and coastal water quality based on satellite data.”
  • Project: IDEWA – Irrigation and Drainage monitoring by remote sensing of Ecosystems and Water resources management.

Publication top Notes:

Modelisation Hydraulique Mono Dimensionnel Par HEC RAS, Application Sur L’oued Aggay (Ville De Sefrou)

CITED : 8

Importance of Geological Map Updates in Engineering Geology, Application to the Rif-Chain and Its Foreland (Northern Morocco)

CITED : 4

Neotectonic and mass movements on the new Fez-Taza highway (Northern Morocco)

CITED : 3

Flood susceptibility mapping using SAR data and machine learning algorithms in a small watershed in northwestern Morocco

CITED : 2

Standardized Database for Flood Risk Management in Morocco

CITED : 2