Muhammad Bilal Zafar
- Ph.D. Student
- Dual Major
- Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
- College of Engineering
BIOGRAPHY
Muhammad Bilal Zafar earned a master’s degree in civil engineering with a focus on Water Resources from Michigan State University (MSU) and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Water Resources at MSU under the supervision of Dr. Phanikumar Mantha. His research centers on hydrodynamic modeling and extends into water quality analysis to investigate the movement and effects of nutrients and other substances within aquatic systems. By integrating computational modeling with field-based observations, his work enhances understanding of complex environmental processes and contributes to crafting practical solutions for water resource management and policy formulation.
Muhammad’s commitment to this field stems from his experiences with the Pakistan Army Corps of Engineers, where he actively participated in flood relief operations and witnessed the devastating impacts of water-related disasters. These experiences inspire his academic pursuits, which aim to improve flood risk mitigation, enhance water quality management, and develop adaptive policies that address environmental challenges. After completing his Ph.D., he intends to return to Pakistan to apply his expertise in creating resilient solutions and advancing sustainable practices for his country.