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Transforming satellite imagery into actionable insights. Bridging Earth observation and machine learning to solve environmental challenges.
Passionate about using geospatial technology to understand and protect our planet
I am a dedicated researcher and educator passionate about leveraging Earth observation technologies to address environmental challenges. Currently pursuing the prestigious Erasmus Mundus Joint Master's in Copernicus Digital Earth at the University of Salzburg, Austria.
With a strong foundation in GIS, remote sensing, and machine learning, I specialize in environmental modeling, species distribution analysis, and climate impact assessment. My research has been published in leading journals including Nature Scientific Reports, Journal of Environmental Management, and Journal of Hydrology.
Environmental modeling & ML
Lecturer at Haramaya University
Austria (from Ethiopia)
Ethiopian
A journey of continuous learning across three continents
Year 1: University of Salzburg, Austria • Year 2: Palacký University Olomouc, Czech Republic
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Building strong programming foundations in Python, Java, R, and software engineering.
Thesis: "Characterizing and Modelling of The Spatiotemporal Trends of Rangelands as a Response to Prosopis Juliflora: A Case Study of the Middle Awash Basin, Ethiopia"
Graduated with Great Distinction. Foundation in GIS, cartography, and spatial analysis.
Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in Copernicus Digital Earth
The EMJM Copernicus Digital Earth is a prestigious EU-funded programme that trains experts in Earth observation, geoinformatics, and the Copernicus programme - Europe's flagship satellite monitoring system. Selected from thousands of applicants worldwide, I am honored to be part of this transformative educational journey.
Austria (PLUS)
Czech Republic (UPOL)
EU Earth observation system fundamentals
Geospatial analysis frameworks
Complex systems & spatial data
Advanced EO techniques & analysis
Visual communication of spatial data
Modern cartographic methods
Geospatial programming skills
Large-scale geospatial data processing
OBIA techniques & applications
Professional skills & portfolio building
University orientation programme
Olomouc, Czech Republic
Full Erasmus Mundus Scholarship
Students from 20+ countries
Two prestigious universities
EU's Earth observation flagship
Technical proficiencies built over years of research and practice
Peer-reviewed research in leading international journals
Professional journey in academia and industry
Teaching GIS, remote sensing, and geodesy courses. Conducting research in environmental modeling. Supervising undergraduate thesis projects.
GIS consulting for economic development initiatives. Spatial analysis for regional planning and investment mapping.
Urban cadastral mapping projects. Digital land registration systems and spatial databases for property management.
Competitively funded research initiatives
€25,000
This international research initiative leverages Earth observation data from ESA's Copernicus programme to develop smart city solutions and enhance urban agriculture resilience across East Africa. The project integrates satellite imagery, machine learning, and geospatial analysis to address food security and sustainable urban development challenges.
Presentations, seminars, and professional development
Tlemcen, Algeria
University of Ibadan, Nigeria
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Cambridge Prisms
University of the People
Haramaya University
Aug–Sep 2023
Continuous professional development through MOOCs and workshops
Geoversity & ITC
2025
Geoversity & ITC
2025
EO AFRICA R&D Facility
2025
EO AFRICA & ITC
2025
Geo University
2025
Geo University
2025
Geo University
2025
Geo University
2025
Geo University
2025
Geo University
2025
ColumbiaX / edX
2022
IBM / edX
2022
IBM / edX
2022
HarvardX / edX
2022
CU Boulder / Coursera
2023
Udemy
2024
ALISON
2022
ALISON
2022
DelftX / edX
2022
HarvardX / edX
2022
Udemy
2024
Showing 21 of 30+ certificates from Geoversity, ITC, EO AFRICA, Coursera, edX, Udemy, ALISON, and more
Giving back through professional expertise
Provided GIS and spatial planning expertise to support urban development initiatives in the growing Sheger City metropolitan area.
Volunteered surveying and GIS mapping skills to support municipal land administration and urban cadastral development.
Let's discuss research collaboration, consulting, or opportunities
kalid.yasin@stud.plus.ac.at
kalidh84@gmail.com
Whatsapp: +251 923 328 893
+4367763480369
Salzburg, Austria
(Originally from Ethiopia)