CRTEWU Hosts a Research Seminar on Numerical Modeling of Tsunami and Storm Surges
Jan 17, 2025
The Center for Research and Training at East West University (CRTEWU) successfully hosted a research seminar titled “Numerical Modeling of Tsunami and Storm Surges along the Coastal Belt of the Indian Ocean” on January 16, 2025, in the CRTEWU Seminar Room at East West University (EWU).
The seminar featured distinguished researchers including Dr. Md. Fazlul Karim, Professor, and Dr. Anindita Paul, Professor, from the Department of Mathematical and Physical Sciences at East West University, along with Dr. Mohammed Ashaque Meah, Professor, Department of Mathematics, Shahjalal University of Science and Technology, Sylhet. Dr. Anindita Paul presented the research proposal to an engaged audience.
Dr. Mostafa Ali, Professor, Department of Water Resources Engineering, Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET), served as the key discussant, providing critical insights and feedback on the research.
The seminar was presided over by Dr. Rafiqul Huda Chaudhury, Member of the Board of Trustees at EWU and Chairperson of CRTEWU. The session saw active participation from the audience, who asked insightful questions, made comments, and provided valuable feedback during the Q&A session.
Notable attendees included Professor Dr. M. Ashike Mosaddik, Pro Vice Chancellor of EWU, who shared his thoughts on the seminar's topic. Professor Dr. Md. Sohel Rana, the Deputy Executive Director of CRTEWU, delivered the introductory speech, emphasizing the significance of the topic and the presenters.
The seminar highlighted the importance of numerical modelling in understanding and mitigating the impacts of natural disasters such as tsunamis and storm surges, particularly in the vulnerable coastal regions of Bangladesh and the Indian Ocean.
