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Dr. Yacob TesFamariam Tesfaldet

Dr. Yacob TesFamariam Tesfaldet

Postdoctoral Research Associate, Faculty of Mathematics and Data Science

Telephone: +971 4 6050253

Email: yacob.tesfaldet@eau.ac.ae

Dr. Yacob T. Tesfaldet is an environmental data scientist and researcher with over seven years of experience in academia and applied research. Specializing in geospatial data science, GeoAI, and computer vision, he leverages GIS, remote sensing, and spatiotemporal analysis to tackle complex environmental challenges. His work focuses on the spatial and temporal dynamics of contaminants and hazards, integrating ground and satellite data for climate change mitigation, public health, urban sustainability, and policy evaluation. By applying spatiotemporal forecasting models, Dr. Tesfaldet helps stakeholders identify at-risk areas, plan targeted interventions, and foster resilient communities. Combining predictive analytics with robust environmental data, he delivers evidence-based strategies that have tangible, real-world impact. Collaboration stands at the heart of his work; he thrives on diverse, multidisciplinary teams and values the knowledge exchange essential to addressing modern environmental problems. Through research, teaching, and mentorship, Dr. Tesfaldet strives to empower the next generation of scientists and practitioners.

  1. PhD, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand, 2024
  2. MSc, Prince of Songkla University, Thailand, 2019
  3. BSc, Eritrea Institute of Technology, Eritrea, 2014
  • Spatial data science­
  • Computer vision
  • Machine learning/AI
  • Environmental data analytics
  1. Spatiotemporal Modelling
  2. Geospatial AI & Machine Learning Applications
  3. Object detection and classification
  4. Explainable AI in Environmental Modelling

Publications

  1. Tareefa AlSumaiti, M. M. Yagoub, Yacob T, Tesfaldet, Naeema Alhosani, Subraelu Pakam (2024). “Integration of Building Age into Flood Hazard Mapping: A Case Study of Al Ain City, United Arab Emirates”. Water. https://doi.org/10.3390/w16172408
  2. M. M. Yagoub, Tareefa AlSumaiti, Naeema Alhosani, Marwan Elmubarak, Othmane Kortbi, Yacob T, Tesfaldet, Mohamed Al Namani, Sarah R Aldhanhani (2024). “Potential of using groceries in disasters/pandemics management: case of Al Ain City, UAE”. Cogent Business & Management. https://doi.org/10.1080/23311975.2024.2307639
  3. M. M. Yagoub, Yacob T. Tesfaldet, Tareefa AlSumaiti, Naeema Al Hosani, Marwan G. Elmubarak. (2024). “Estimating population density using open-access satellite images and geographic information system: Case of Al Ain city, UAE”. Remote Sensing Applications: Society and Environment. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rsase.2023.101122
  4. Nji T. Ndeh, Yacob T. Tesfaldet, Oluseye Oludoye. (2023) “Bibliometric analysis of the incidence of non-Covid respiratory disease Under NPI conditions during the pandemic”. Journal of Applied Life Sciences and Environment. https://doi.org/10.46909/alse-562094
  5. M. M. Yagoub, Tareefa AlSumaiti, Yacob T. Tesfaldet, Khaled AlArfati, Maythaa Alraeesi, Mariam Eid Alketbi. (2023). “Integration of Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) and Remote Sensing to Assess Threats to Preservation of the Oases: Case of Al Ain, UAE”. Land. https://doi.org/10.3390/land12071269.
  6. Yacob T. Tesfaldet, Penradee Chanpiwat. (2023). “The effects of meteorology and biomass burning on urban air quality: The case of Bangkok”. Urban Climate. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.uclim.2023.101441
  7. Anna Diem, Yacob T. Tesfaldet, Taly Hocherman, Vineeta Hoon, Karin Zijlemans. (2023). “Marine litter in the Red Sea: Status and policy implications”. Marine Pollution Bulletin. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.marpolbul.2022.114495
  8. M. M. Yagoub, Yacob T. Tesfaldet, Marwan G. Elmubarak, Naeema Al Hosani. (2022). “Extraction of Urban Quality of Life Indicators Using Remote Sensing and Machine Learning: The Case of Al Ain City, United Arab Emirates (UAE)”. ISPRS International Journal of Geo-information. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijgi11090458
  9. Yacob T. Tesfaldet, Nji T. Ndeh. (2022). “Public face masks wearing during the COVID-19 pandemic: A comprehensive analysis is needed for potential implications”. Journal of Hazardous Materials Advances. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.hazadv.2022.100125
  10. Nji T. Ndeh and Yacob T. Tesfaldet, Jariya Budnard, Pavadee Chuaicharoen. (2022) “The secondary outcome of public health measures amidst the COVID-19 pandemic in the spread of other respiratory infectious diseases in Thailand”. Travel Medicine and Infectious Disease. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tmaid.2022.102348
  11. Yacob T. Tesfaldet, Nji T. Ndeh. (2022). “Assessing face masks in the environment by means of the DPSIR framework”. Science of the Total Environment. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scitotenv.2021.152859
  12. Yacob T. Tesfaldet, Nji T. Ndeh, Jariya Budnard, Patamavadee Treeson. (2021). “Assessing face mask littering in urban environments and policy implications: The case of Bangkok”. Science of the Total Environment. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scitotenv.2021.150952
  13. Yacob T. Tesfaldet and Nji T. Ndeh. (2020). "Chulalongkorn University Precautionary Measures Amid COVID-19 Outbreak." Journal of the Infectious Disease Association of Thailand 3.37: 1-11. https://www.idthai.org/2015/journal/index.php/journal/articles/816/fulltext
  14. Yacob T. Tesfaldet, Avirut Puttiwongrak, and Tanwa Arpornthip. (2020). "Spatial and temporal variation of groundwater recharge in shallow aquifer in the Thepkasattri of Phuket, Thailand." Journal of Groundwater Science and Engineering 8.1: 10-19. http://dx.doi.org/10.19637/j.cnki.2305-7068.2020.01002
  15. Yacob T. Tesfaldet and Avirut Puttiwongrak. (2019). "Seasonal Groundwater Recharge Characterization Using Time-Lapse Electrical Resistivity Tomography in the Thepkasattri Watershed on Phuket Island, Thailand." Hydrology 6.2: 36. https://doi.org/10.3390/hydrology6020036

Conferences

  1. May 9-10, 2024 Yacob T. Tesfaldet and Penradee Chanpiwat

13th International Conference on Environmental Engineering, Science and Management at Pullman Khon Kaen Raja Orchid, Khon Kaen, Thailand

“Air pollution and hospital admissions for cardiopulmonary diseases using AirQ+ in Bangkok, Thailand”.

  1. Aug. 19 to Sept., 2023 European Forum Alpbach 2023 (EFA23), Alpbach, Austria.

Attended seminar on Energy transition, climate justice, and diffusing carbon bomb. In addition, I have attended a research presentation on waste management and the use of AI for biodiversity conservation in national parks.

  1. January 17-19, 2023 Emerging Pollutants: Protecting Water Quality for the Health of People and the Environment. UNESCO-IWRA Online Conference: Participant. https://iwra.org/member/index.php?mainpage=&page=286&congressyear=2023&eventid=11
  2. November 17, 2022 Anna Diem, Yacob T. Tesfaldet, Taly Hocherman, Vineeta Hoon, Karin Zijlemans. (2022). Marine litter in the Red Sea: Status and policy implications. (2022, November 17). Marine litter in the Red Sea: Status and policy implications. MICRO 2022, Online Atlas Edition: Plastic Pollution from MACRO to nano, online. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.7216969