About the Book
In a world experiencing increasingly intense hydrometeorological events driven by climate change, the need for effective solutions is paramount. Modeling and Monitoring Extreme Hydrometeorological Events presents a cutting-edge exploration of the challenges posed by flash droughts and floods, offering innovative methodologies and tools to address these global issues. Through a combination of computer modeling, remote sensing, artificial intelligence, and case studies, this book provides a comprehensive framework for understanding and mitigating the impacts of extreme hydrometeorological events. It examines the rapid emergence of flash droughts, which bring devastating consequences to agriculture, water resources, ecosystems, and public health. The book also delves into the complex dynamics of flash floods, exploring their causes, impacts, and potential solutions. Utilizing satellite imaging, remote sensing techniques, and advanced computational platforms, the book highlights the development of real-time data analysis, early warning indicators, and risk assessment methodologies. By integrating these tools with multicriteria evaluation methods, researchers and practitioners can effectively monitor and manage flash droughts and floods. The book includes regional case studies, showcasing the successful application of these techniques and providing a roadmap for future research and implementation. With a focus on water management, the book addresses knowledge gaps, provides adaptation and mitigation strategies, and emphasizes the importance of climate change considerations. It aims to empower scientists, policymakers, professionals, and educators to develop effective policies and decision-making frameworks to combat the increasing risks posed by extreme hydrometeorological events. Written by a diverse team of experts in hydrology, hydrometeorology, emergency management, civil engineering, and related fields, this book offers valuable insights and practical tools for researchers, professors, graduate students, policymakers, and professionals. It serves as a comprehensive guide, fostering cross-disciplinary collaboration and promoting a proactive approach to managing extreme hydrometeorological events. By harnessing the power of data analytics, artificial intelligence, and spatial analysis, this book paves the way for resilient and sustainable water management in the face of a changing climate.
About the Author :
Ashok Vaseashta - Editor| is CEO/CTO and Executive Director for research with the International Clean Water Institute in Virginia, USA. He also serves in several honorary positions, such as a Professor at the Transylvania University of Brasov; Chaired Professor of Nanotechnology at the Ghitu Institute of Electrical Engineering and Nanotechnologies, Academy of Sciences of Moldova; Academician at Euro-Mediterranean Academy of Arts and Sciences, member of CIRET, France, and Senior Strategic Research Advisor for several organizations. Inspired by nature and guided by societal necessities, he strives for technological innovations to address the global challenges of the 21st century. His research interests include critical infrastructure safety, security, and environmental sustainability - all using nexus of advanced technological solution platforms. He is a scholar, visionary, strategist, and dedicated futurist providing strategic leadership to promote and advance research initiatives and priorities using data-driven decisions. He received PhD from the Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg, VA in 1990 followed by Kobe post-doctoral fellowship. Following his Ph.D., he served as a professor and researcher at Virginia Tech and Marshall University. He also served as the Director of Research at the Institute for Advanced Sciences Convergence and International Clean Water Institute for Norwich University Applied Research Institutes, Vice-Provost (Rector) for Research in South Carolina, and Executive Director and Chair of the Institutional Review Board at a State University in New Jersey. His earlier honorary positions included a Visiting Professor at the Riga Technical University, Latvia, 3 Nano-SAE Research Centre, University of Bucharest, Romania, and Visiting Scientist at the Weizmann Institute of Science, Israel. He served the U.S. Department of State in two rotations, as a strategic S&T advisor in the Bureau of International Security and Nonproliferation, Office of Weapons of Mass Destruction and Terrorism, and U.S. diplomat. His research interests span foresight, nanotechnology, environmental/ecological science, and critical infrastructure safety and security. He is the author/editor of 14 books and has published over 300 articles in scientific journals, book chapters, and conferences. He serves on the editorial boards of several international journals and is an active member of various professional organizations.
