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Interview with Nivin Hasan, Technical Advisor-Researcher, Royal Jordanian Geographic Centre

Interview with Nivin Hasan, Technical Advisor-Researcher, Royal Jordanian Geographic Centre

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Dr. Nivin Hasan discusses her pioneering work in space technology and water resource management, emphasising the role of remote sensing and geographic information systems (GIS) in addressing climate challenges in Jordan and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. She highlights her research on drought assessment in the Amman-Zarqa Basin using satellite data and machine learning, underscoring the need for innovative solutions in arid zones. As a Technical Advisor at Royal Jordanian Geographic Centre (RJGC), she oversees projects integrating geospatial analysis for sustainable groundwater management and disaster resilience. Her proudest achievements include leading Jordan’s first CANSAT project and receiving global recognition for empowering women in STEM. She identifies water scarcity, climate variability, and data gaps as critical challenges in arid regions and advocates for space-based monitoring systems to enhance mitigation strategies. Dr. Hasan encourages young women to pursue space science, stressing mentorship and perseverance. She calls for interdisciplinary collaboration and funding to drive innovation in environmental monitoring. When asked about her favourite aggregate state of water, she humorously notes its irrelevance to her research but acknowledges the symbolic importance of liquid water for life in arid landscapes.
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Interview with Nivin Hasan, Technical Advisor-Researcher, Royal Jordanian Geographic Centre

Interview with Nivin Hasan, Technical Advisor-Researcher, Royal Jordanian Geographic Centre

Photo of Nivin Hasan with her team in the field
Dr. Nivin Hasan discusses her pioneering work in space technology and water resource management, emphasising the role of remote sensing and geographic information systems (GIS) in addressing climate challenges in Jordan and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. She highlights her research on drought assessment in the Amman-Zarqa Basin using satellite data and machine learning, underscoring the need for innovative solutions in arid zones. As a Technical Advisor at Royal Jordanian Geographic Centre (RJGC), she oversees projects integrating geospatial analysis for sustainable groundwater management and disaster resilience. Her proudest achievements include leading Jordan’s first CANSAT project and receiving global recognition for empowering women in STEM. She identifies water scarcity, climate variability, and data gaps as critical challenges in arid regions and advocates for space-based monitoring systems to enhance mitigation strategies. Dr. Hasan encourages young women to pursue space science, stressing mentorship and perseverance. She calls for interdisciplinary collaboration and funding to drive innovation in environmental monitoring. When asked about her favourite aggregate state of water, she humorously notes its irrelevance to her research but acknowledges the symbolic importance of liquid water for life in arid landscapes.
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Water scarcity and groundwater overextraction in Jordan: a growing crisis

Water scarcity and groundwater overextraction in Jordan: a growing crisis

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Jordan’s water scarcity is primarily driven by overextraction of groundwater resources, inadequate rainfall, and inefficient water management practices. The country’s renewable water resources are estimated at less than 100 cubic meters per capita annually, far below the water poverty threshold of 500 cubic meters per capita. The overuse of aquifers, such as the Disi and Azraq aquifers, has led to water quality degradation and declining availability (Al-Zu’bi, 2007). The issue is exacerbated by climate change, which has resulted in erratic rainfall patterns, increased temperatures, and prolonged droughts (Al-Karablieh et al., 2016). Additionally, the rapid population increase, including the influx of refugees, has intensified demand for water resources. Agricultural activities, which consume approximately 50% of the country’s water supply, often rely on inefficient irrigation methods that contribute to groundwater depletion. If left unaddressed, the crisis will continue to threaten Jordan’s water security, agriculture, and public health.
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Escalating water scarcity and groundwater overextraction in Jordan: climate-driven droughts and the urgent need for integrated resource management

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The Bahrain Space Agency (BSA) seeks to establish a sound infrastructure for the observation of outer space and the earth, make Bahrain a leader in space science and technology, build a culture and methodology of scientific research within the kingdom and encourage technical innovation, among other goals. BSA is interested in satellites to obtain data, to use them for remote sensing and to conduct advanced space research, so it can be the engine for the state in the use of the latest satellite communication technologies.

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