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Biography
Ir. Ts. Gs. Dr. Chow Ming Fai is an Associate Professor in the Civil Engineering Discipline of the School of Engineering, Monash University Malaysia. His research interests are mainly focus on (i) Sustainable urban stormwater management, (ii) hydrological & water quality modeling, (iii) flood forecasting and inundation modeling and (iv) hydropower and dam management. He completed bachelor degree of civil engineering and PhD degree from University of Technology Malaysia (UTM) in 2007 and 2012, respectively. Since then, he had worked in Academia Sinica, Taiwan and Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN). To date, he had successfully secured five government grants (3 FRGS and 1 PRGS from Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia, 1 chair in energy economics (GCEE) grant from Energy Commission Malaysia) and 1 industry grant from Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) as project leader. He had obtained the professional engineer (Ir.), chartered engineer (CEng.), professional technologist (Ts) and professional geospatialist recognitions. In 2015, Dr. Chow was awarded the Green Talent award by German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) for his excellent in sustainability research. Besides that, he was awarded the Outstanding Young Academician Award (category research & publication) 2016 and Excellent Teaching Award 2019 by Universiti Tenaga Nasional. He has been involved in many consultancy projects with clients from TNB, TNBR, Department of Irrigation and Drainage Malaysia (DID) and Lembaga Kemajuan Pertanian Muda (MADA). Dr. Chow is currently inviting potential postgraduate students (research) to join the water research group in Monash University Malaysia.
Research interests
- Sustainable urban stormwater management
- Hydrological & water quality modeling
- Flood forecasting and inundation modeling
- Hydropower and dam management
Education/Academic qualification
Civil Engineering, PhD, Modelling of non point source pollution at residential, commercial and industrial catchments, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (University of Technology Malaysia)
Award Date: 10 Feb 2012
Research area keywords
- Sustainable Stormwater Management
- Flood Simulation
- Artificial Intelligence Techniques in Hydrological Modelling
- Water Resources
- Green infrastructure
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 2 Zero Hunger
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
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SDG 6 Clean Water and Sanitation
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SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy
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SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth
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SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities
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SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production
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SDG 13 Climate Action
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SDG 15 Life on Land
Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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Defending Waters, Defending Forests: Using Journalism to Inspire Student Action on Nature-Based Solutions in Malaysia
Ming Fai, C. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI))
15/06/26 → 15/01/27
Project: Research
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Advancing Climate-Resilient Water Infrastructure through Cross-Climate Innovation: Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) Removal in Stormwater Biofiltration Systems
Ming Fai, C. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)) & Abolfathi , S. (Chief Investigator (CI))
9/02/26 → 31/12/26
Project: Research
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Conservation Ecology of Shorea Bentongensis in Pahang: Population Assessment, Habitat Suitability, and Community-Based Restoration Strategie
Ming Fai, C. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI))
21/10/25 → 20/10/27
Project: Research
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Enhancing the Second Edition of the Malaysia Urban Stormwater Management Manual (MSMA 2nd Edition)
Ming Fai, C. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI))
1/08/24 → 25/11/26
Project: Research
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Multilevel optimization technique for hydrological monitoring stations in Malaysia
Ming Fai, C. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI))
1/07/24 → 20/11/26
Project: Consultancy
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Advancing Flood Susceptibility Mapping with Explainable AI: A Novel Application of Accumulated Local Effects (ALE)
Tella, A., Pham, Q. B., Zahidi, I., Fai, C. M. & Ibrahim, K. S. M. H., 18 Feb 2026, In: Water Resources Management. 40, 4, 24 p., 140.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
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Advancing Sustainable Mining Practices: Policy Implications and Environmental Monitoring Strategies
Yu, H., Deng, Z., Zahidi, I. & Fai, C. M., 5 Jan 2026, (Accepted/In press) In: Sustainable Development.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review Article › Research › peer-review
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Consumption-driven health burdens within borders: China's interprovincial transfers
Yu, H., Zahidi, I., Fai, C. M. & Liang, D., Jun 2026, In: Environmental Impact Assessment Review. 119, 14 p., 108367.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
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Deep learning for groundwater level simulation in unconfined aquifers across the contiguous United States: Analyzing simulations at multiple lead times and integrating groundwater signatures
Boo, K. B. W., Chow, M. F., Wong, W. P., Ahmed, A. N. & El-Shafie, A., Apr 2026, In: Journal of Hydrology. 668, 21 p., 134949.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
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Evaluation of Six Local Climate Zones Mapping Methods to Determine the Most Accurate LCZ Classification Method for UHI Studies: The Case Study of Kuala Lumpur and Singapore
Yasser, O., Ads, O., Zahidi, I. & Fai, C. M., Feb 2026, In: Transactions in GIS. 30, 1, 17 p., e70202.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
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Prizes
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Academia Sinica Postdoctoral Fellowship Program 2012
Ming Fai, C. (Recipient), 6 Feb 2012
Prize: Competitive Fellowships
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Certificate of Merit for MWA Malaysia Water Award for Research 2024
Ming Fai, C. (Recipient), 9 May 2024
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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Member of Young Scientists Network-Academy Sciences Malaysia
Ming Fai, C. (Recipient), 27 Oct 2023
Prize: Election to learned society
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Merit Award for National Outstanding Educator Award 2023
Ming Fai, C. (Recipient), 10 Aug 2023
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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Activities
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Journal of Groundwater Science and Engineering (Journal)
Ming Fai, C. (Editorial board member)
1 Jun 2024 → 31 May 2030Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work types › Editorial responsibility
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International Conference on Green Energy, Environment and Sustainable Development 2024
Ming Fai, C. (Organiser)
28 Jun 2024 → 30 Jun 2024Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Contribution to conference
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Head of Panel for MBOT program Accreditation
Ming Fai, C. (Reviewer)
14 Aug 2024 → 15 Aug 2024Activity: External Academic Engagement › Professional association or peak discipline body
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Nanyang Technological University (NTU)
Ming Fai, C. (Visiting researcher)
1 Apr 2024 → 4 Apr 2024Activity: Visiting an external institution types › Visiting an external academic institution
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Eco Cities (Journal)
Ming Fai, C. (Editorial board member)
1 Sept 2024 → 31 Aug 2026Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work types › Editorial responsibility