PHD at Islamic Azad University, Iran
Seyed Armin Hashemi, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor in the Department of Forest Sciences and Engineering at Islamic Azad University, Lahijan Branch, Iran. He holds a Ph.D. in Forest Science from the Islamic Azad University, Science and Research Branch, Tehran. His research focuses on forest ecosystems, carbon sequestration, urban forestry, biodiversity conservation, and remote sensing applications in forest sciences. Dr. Hashemi has been involved with the Iranian Research Institute of Forests and Rangelands since 2006 and has published extensively on forest management and environmental conservation. He is also proficient in various technical skills including ARCGIS and remote sensing technologies.
Professional Profiles
Education
2010 – Ph.D.: Forest Science, School of Forest Resources, Islamic Azad University, Science and Research Branch, Tehran, Iran Advisors: Dr. Sasan Babaei Kafaki, Dr. Asad alahe Mataji, Dr. Ebrahim Adeli Pishbijari, Dr. Seyed Kazem Alavi Panahe Dissertation: Investigation of some phenological characteristics of Deciduous Broad Leaf Forest using remote sensing data 2003-2005 – MSc: Forest Science, School of Forest Resources, Islamic Azad University, Science and Research Branch, Tehran, Iran Advisors: Dr. Ebrahim Adeli Pishbijari, Dr. Sasan Babae Kafaki, Dr. Asad Allahe Mataji Thesis: Investigation of water erosion in relation to natural forest canopy change using geographic information system (GIS) 1999-2003 – BSc: Natural Resources Engineering, Forestry, Faculty of Natural Resources, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran Bachelor Degree: Forestry, natural resources Project: Forest management planning of Gorazbon district of Kheiroudkenar forest of Noshahr in North of Iran, 1999-2003 Advisor: Dr. Vahid Etemad.
Professional Experience
Associate Professor: Faculty of Department of Forest Sciences and Engineering, Islamic Azad University, Lahijan Branch, Guilan, Iran. Researcher: Iranian Research Institute of Forests and Rangelands, June 2006 – Present Graduate Research Assistant: MSc studentship, Islamic Azad University, Science and Research Branch, Tehran, 2003-2005.
Academic Honors
Ranked 3rd among 533 participants in the nationwide forestry engineering MSc Entrance exam Employed at Islamic Azad University, Lahijan Branch, under the law of the employment of young elite experts, 2007 Ranked among the top 5% of 24 Forestry students during MSc period, September 2005
Research Projects
Study of Afforestation: Saravan Forest park in Rasht area and present adaptable species, Iran, August 2007 Regional Workshop in Teaching & Training: Islamic Azad University of Chalus, Chalus, Iran, September 2006
Research Focuse
Dr. Seyed Armin Hashemi’s research primarily focuses on forest sciences, with a significant emphasis on the application of remote sensing and GIS technologies to environmental studies. His work includes investigating the phenological characteristics of forests, evaluating plant species diversity, and assessing groundwater quality. Additionally, Dr. Hashemi’s studies cover the impact of heavy metals on vegetation, the use of nanoparticles for environmental applications, and the ecological aspects of forest management. His interdisciplinary approach integrates advanced technologies to address issues related to forest ecosystems, biodiversity conservation, carbon sequestration, and environmental risk assessment.
Publications
- Estimation and modeling of the biomass and carbon storage in the stump and root of Populus deltoides, Publication date: 2024.
- Mapping wildfire risk by using Fuzzy and AHP methods in forests of northern, Publication date: 2022.
- Preparation of fire potential map using geographical information system in the forests of northern Iran, Publication date: 2022.
- Investigation of the magnetic field effects on germination growth and peroxidase enzyme activity in Black locust seeds, Publication date: 2022.
- Evaluating the restoration of soil physical properties and natural regeneration in skid trails (Case study: forests of Shanderman area of Giulan province), Publication date: 2022.
- Evaluating the restoration of soil physical properties and natural regeneration in skid trails (Case study: forests of Shanderman area of Giulan province), Publication date: 2022.
- nvestigation of the magnetic field effects on germination growth and peroxidase enzyme activity in Black locust seeds, Publication date: 2022.
- Investigation of forest area using support vector machine and provide a model for predicting level of changes, Publication date: 2021.
- The Use of Tree Species Seedlings Maple (Acer Velutinum) to Absorb Heavy Metal Mercury from the Environment, Publication date: 2020.
- Contaminación por mercurio en árboles de carpes (Carpinus betulus) en espacios verdes en el área del parque industrial (Irán), Publication date: 2020.
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