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Personal profile
Biography
Ir. Dr Izni Zahidi is a civil engineering academic at Monash University Malaysia with experience across academia and industry. Her research applies remote sensing, Geographic Information System, and predictive modelling to advance natural resource management and climate adaptation. She has led international projects and award-winning innovations on climate risk modelling, nature-based solutions, and the water–energy–food–environment nexus, supported by the EU Horizon 2020, Swiss–ASEAN Research Partnership Grants, UK Royal Academy of Engineering, and the UK’s Climate Action for a Resilient Asia (CARA). Her work integrates data-driven methods with community insights to guide climate-resilient policy and development.
Research interests
- Remote sensing
- Geographic Information System (GIS)
- Modelling (e.g. hydrodynamic, machine learning)
- Natural resources management
Monash teaching commitment
- ENG1021 - Spatial Communication in Engineering
- CIV4261 - Urban Water Management
- CIV4268 - Water Resources Management
University Service
- School of Engineering Industry PhD Course Advisor
- Student Experience Committee (SEC) Chairperson
- ICE (Institution of Civil Engineers) Student Club Advisor
- Civil Engineering Industrial Advisory Panel (IAP) Coordinator
Education/Academic qualification
Water Resources Engineering, Doctor of Engineering
Award Date: 1 Jul 2017
Hydroinformatics & Water Management, Joint European Master
Award Date: 1 Jul 2011
Civil Engineering, Bachelor (with Honours)
Award Date: 1 Jul 2008
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 6 Clean Water and Sanitation -
SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy -
SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth -
SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure -
SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities -
SDG 13 Climate Action -
SDG 15 Life on Land
Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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From Water-Energy-Food-Environment (WEFE) Nexus Modelling to Resilience Investments: Local Adaptation Pathways for Hybrid (Nature-based and Grey Infrastructure) Solutions
Mohd Zahidi, I. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)), Bayhon Barrios, E. (Chief Investigator (CI)) & Liew, E. (Chief Investigator (CI))
10/08/26 → 30/06/27
Project: Research
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Flood Mitigation Master Plan Study For Kurau River Catchment
Mohd Zahidi, I. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI))
13/05/25 → 13/11/26
Project: Consultancy
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Mechanism governing the influence of pharmaceutical wastes on water retention and hydraulic conductivity of clays
Raghunandan, M. E. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)), Nair, R. S. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Mohd Zahidi, I. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Siew Hua, G. (Chief Investigator (CI)) & Bin Mohamad, E. T. (Chief Investigator (CI))
1/10/23 → 30/09/26
Project: Research
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Building Climate-Resilient Communities through Integrated Water-Energy-Food-Environment (WEFE) Nexus Model
Mohd Zahidi, I. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)), Bayhon Barrios, E. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Liew, E. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Lee, D. (Partner Investigator (PI)) & Rahim, A. (Partner Investigator (PI))
25/09/25 → 31/07/26
Project: Research
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DT-SEGA: Integrating Digital Twins and SErious GAmes for Climate Change Adaptation
Mohd Zahidi, I. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)) & Mao, F. (Chief Investigator (CI))
1/08/25 → 31/07/26
Project: Research
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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., Aug 2026, In: Sustainable Development. 34, 4, p. 5333-5349 17 p.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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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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From Prediction to Prevention: An Explainable GeoAI Framework for Flood Susceptibility and Urban Exposure Assessment Using Machine and Deep Learning Models
Tella, A., Zahidi, I., Fai, C. M., Okolie, C. & Pham, Q. B., 16 Feb 2026, (Accepted/In press) In: Sustainable Development. 20 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
Open Access2 Link opens in a new tab Citations (Scopus)
Prizes
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Education Academy Fellowship
Mohd Zahidi, I. (Recipient), 2026
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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PVC’s ECR of the Year Award
Mohd Zahidi, I. (Recipient), 2025
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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SoE Research Excellence Award (ECR)
Mohd Zahidi, I. (Recipient), 2025
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
Activities
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Coastal Flooding Adaptation and Resilience (COFAR) Challenge
Mohd Zahidi, I. (Mentor), Lim, E. (Mentor), Jusoh, W. F. A. (Mentor), Khaw, K. (Mentor) & Ayodele, F. (Mentor)
2025Activity: Other Teaching Engagements and non-HDR Supervisions › Mentor/ Internship supervision
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AI for Sustainable and Inclusive Futures
Mohd Zahidi, I. (Contributor)
26 Mar 2024Activity: Community Talks, Presentations, Exhibitions and Events › Public event
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Digital Rights in Asia-Pacific (DRAPAC) 2024
Mohd Zahidi, I. (Contributor)
18 Aug 2024Activity: Community Talks, Presentations, Exhibitions and Events › Public event
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National Workshop on Adapting Nature-based Solutions (RECONECT) for Sustainable Flood and Landslide Risk Management
Mohd Zahidi, I. (Organiser) & Abdullah, A. F. (Organiser)
7 Nov 2023Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Contribution to workshop, seminar, course
Press/Media
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UK funds adaptation initiatives in Malaysia
7/10/25
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Article/Feature
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Can we map public social values for flood (and disaster) mitigation, to inform localised disaster management plans?
17/12/24
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Blogs, Podcasts and Social Media › Social Media Mentions
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Geospatial AI and Emerging Opportunities for Climate Action
Mohd Zahidi, I. & Richards, C.
1/10/24
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Blogs, Podcasts and Social Media › Podcasts