Faisal Kamal Zaidi

Academic Profile

Dr. Faisal Kamal Zaidi is a Professor of Hydrogeology with over two decades of academic, research, and international professional experience in groundwater sciences, geospatial technologies, and sustainable water resources management. His expertise spans hydrogeology of arid and semi-arid regions, groundwater quality assessment, aquifer characterization, GIS and remote sensing applications, and managed aquifer recharge (MAR). 

Education

• Ph.D. in Hydrogeology – National Geophysical Research Institute (NGRI) / Aligarh Muslim University, India
• M.Sc. in Geology – Aligarh Muslim University, India
• B.Sc. in Geology – Aligarh Muslim University, India

Professional Experience

• Professor, Department of Geology & Geophysics, King Saud University, Riyadh
• Former research and academic positions in India and international institutions
• Professional experience with UNESCO (New Delhi) and BRGM (France)

Research Areas

• Groundwater resources assessment and sustainability
• Hydrochemistry and water quality evaluation
• Managed Aquifer Recharge (MAR)
• GIS and Remote Sensing in hydrogeology
• Groundwater modeling and aquifer characterization
• Environmental monitoring and geospatial analysis

Research Contributions

• Author of numerous peer-reviewed publications in reputable international journals
• Contributor to book chapters and international conference proceedings
• Co-Investigator in nationally funded research projects
• Active collaborator in multidisciplinary research initiatives

Academic & Professional Activities

• Supervision of MSc and PhD research
• Curriculum development and academic quality assurance
• Reviewer for international scientific journals
• Speaker at national and international conferences