Graduate Research Assistant
at
Center For Earthquake Research & Information (CERI)
&

Center for Applied Earth Science and Engineering Research (CAESER)

THE UNIVERSITY OF MEMPHIS

Joined in Fall 2022

Academic Bio

Md Sahidul Islam is a dedicated doctoral student specializing in Geophysics at the University of Memphis. He began his academic journey by earning a Bachelor's degree in Geology from the University of Dhaka. Continuing his pursuit of knowledge, Md Sahidul Islam achieved a Master's degree in Geophysics from the same esteemed institution.

In the fall of 2022, he joined the Center for Earthquake Research and Information (CERI) at the University of Memphis, marking the beginning of his professional journey in the field. Demonstrating his commitment to advancing geophysics research, Md Sahidul Islam expanded his horizons in the fall of 2023 by collaborating with the Center for Applied Earth Science and Engineering Research (CAESER).

His current research endeavors revolve around a significant project aimed at mapping breaches and paleochannels in the upper Claiborne confining unit within the urbanized portion of Shelby County, south of the Loosahatchie River. This ambitious project utilizes integrated geophysical methods, showcasing Md Sahidul Islam's expertise and dedication to advancing our understanding of Earth's geological processes.

As a passionate and driven individual, Md Sahidul Islam continues to contribute to the field of Geophysics, combining academic rigor with practical applications in his research.