As part of the continuous scientific achievements of the University of Mosul, Assistant Professor Dr. Zakariya Nafi Mahmoud, a researcher at the Environmental Research Center, has co-authored a scientific paper entitled:

“Spatial optimization of rainwater harvesting infrastructure using comparative GIS-MCDM approaches in a semi-arid basin”

The paper has been published in Environmental Earth Sciences, a prestigious international journal published by Springer and indexed in Scopus and Web of Science – Clarivate, ranked Q1 in Scopus.

The study employs Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Multi-Criteria Decision-Making (MCDM) approaches to identify optimal locations for rainwater harvesting infrastructure in semi-arid basins. Its findings contribute to enhancing water resource management efficiency, supporting sustainable spatial planning, and addressing water scarcity and climate change challenges.

This achievement reflects the Environmental Research Center’s commitment to promoting high-quality scientific research, advancing knowledge production, and strengthening the University of Mosul’s international academic presence.

Congratulations to the researcher and all co-authors on this distinguished achievement, with best wishes for continued scientific excellence and success.

Relevant Sustainable Development Goals:
SDG 6 | SDG 9 | SDG 11 | SDG 13 | SDG 15