Ali Afkham

Environmental Health Engineer
Mashhad, IR.

About

Highly motivated Environmental Health Engineer with hands-on experience in air quality assessment, environmental data acquisition, and strategic research support. Proven ability to leverage geospatial tools and satellite imagery for advanced pollution monitoring and urban analysis, contributing to sustainable environmental practices through data-driven methods. Skilled in technical editing, academic publishing, and project coordination, consistently delivering high-impact results in interdisciplinary research environments.

Work

Mashhad University of Medical Sciences
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Research Assistant

Mashhad, Razavi Khorasan, Iran (Islamic Republic of)

Summary

Supported academic research, technical operations, and project coordination for the Department of Environmental Health Engineering, contributing to significant research outcomes and publications.

Highlights

Conducted comprehensive literature reviews and drafted research proposals, contributing to successful grant applications for a pollutant control project at South Pars Gas Complex.

Processed and analyzed complex environmental datasets including PM, VOC/POP, and meteorological data, drafting technical reports to inform research findings.

Edited and proofread over 10 academic documents, including dissertations and research articles, significantly reducing plagiarism and ensuring formatting compliance.

Supervised research activities for graduate and doctoral students, providing methodological input and coordinating the design and construction of experimental setups like phytoremediation tanks and wind tunnels.

Provided IT and technical support, advising colleagues on research communication standards and document formatting, enhancing overall team efficiency.

Farabi Hospital of Mashhad
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Environmental Health Inspector (Internship)

Mashhad, Razavi Khorasan, Iran (Islamic Republic of)

Summary

Conducted environmental health and safety assessments in healthcare settings, ensuring compliance with regulations and contributing to sustainable waste management practices.

Highlights

Performed comprehensive environmental health and safety assessments across healthcare and public settings, ensuring 100% compliance with environmental policies and regulations.

Assisted in the implementation of sustainable waste management practices, contributing to improved environmental stewardship within the hospital.

Collected and reported critical environmental data for regulatory submissions and internal use, supporting informed decision-making.

Investigated autoclave noise in the CSSD, measuring room dimensions and drafting a floor plan with recommendations for a noise barrier solution, improving workplace safety.

Dade Tarsim Pazh
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Design Engineer (Internship)

Mashhad, Razavi Khorasan, Iran (Islamic Republic of)

Summary

Contributed to urban water and wastewater infrastructure design projects as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team, applying advanced analytical tools.

Highlights

Assisted in designing municipal water distribution systems utilizing GIS tools and WaterGEMS, optimizing network efficiency and reach.

Contributed to the design and planning of advanced wastewater treatment facilities, enhancing public health infrastructure.

Applied Expert Choice software and the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) to prioritize parameters for treatment plant design, improving decision-making accuracy by 15%.

Authored and edited detailed technical reports, documenting methodologies and design outcomes to ensure clear communication and project transparency.

South Pars Gas Complex (SPGC)
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Air Quality Specialist (Contract)

Asalouyeh, Bushehr, Iran (Islamic Republic of)

Summary

Collaborated on an indoor air quality assessment project, collecting and analyzing pollutant data to improve environmental conditions.

Highlights

Collected particulate matter samples using the HAZ-DUST EPAM 5000 environmental monitoring device, ensuring precise data acquisition.

Processed and organized diverse pollutant data (VOCs, POPs, PM) into structured Excel spreadsheets, facilitating efficient analysis and reporting.

Edited and proofread three phases of technical reports, ensuring clarity, consistency, and compliance with industry reporting standards.

Contributed directly to improving indoor air quality in the central administrative building, enhancing employee well-being and regulatory adherence.

Ehsan hotel
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Receptionist

Mashhad, Razavi Khorasan, Iran (Islamic Republic of)

Summary

Managed front-desk operations and guest services for a busy hotel, ensuring seamless experiences for a diverse international clientele.

Highlights

Assisted over 100 international guests from diverse countries (e.g., Lebanon, Iraq, Bahrain) using fluent English, ensuring high satisfaction.

Efficiently managed check-in/check-out procedures and coordinated room reservations, contributing to smooth daily hotel operations.

Responded promptly to guest inquiries and resolved issues, enhancing the overall guest experience and hotel reputation.

Supported internal coordination with housekeeping and management, ensuring efficient service delivery and operational effectiveness.

Arvin Salamat Company
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Pest Control Technician (Internship)

Mashhad, Razavi Khorasan, Iran (Islamic Republic of)

Summary

Completed a hands-on internship focused on pest management, applying integrated pest management principles in residential and commercial settings.

Highlights

Gained practical experience in identifying and eliminating common household pests, including bed bugs, ants, cockroaches, and rodents.

Assisted with site assessments, treatment planning, and safe chemical application procedures under direct supervision.

Learned and applied Integrated Pest Management (IPM) principles and health and safety standards, ensuring effective and compliant pest control.

Developed awareness of environmental and public health considerations in urban pest management strategies.

Education

Mashhad University of Medical Science
Mashhad, Razavi Khorasan, Iran (Islamic Republic of)

BEng

Environmental Health Engineering

Grade: 16.55/20 (GPA: 3.31)

Awards

Top Undergraduate Research Student

Awarded By

Mashhad University of Medical Sciences

Recognized for outstanding research contributions as an undergraduate student.

Publications

Circular Economy and the Recycling of E-Waste

Published by

Springer, Singapore

Summary

Authored a publication on circular economy principles applied to e-waste recycling, contributing to sustainable environmental practices.

Assessment of the Relationship Between Fluoride Levels in Drinking Water and Dental Health Status in 11 to 13-Year-Old Students in Mashhad City

Published by

Journal of Research in Environmental Health

Summary

Co-authored research investigating the correlation between fluoride levels in drinking water and dental health outcomes in a specific demographic.

Languages

English
Farsi

Skills

Air Quality Management

Air Pollution Monitoring, Emission Control.

Geospatial Analysis

Remote Sensing, GIS and Spatial Analysis, ArcGIS Pro, Google Earth Engine, Urban Remote Sensing Applications.

Data Analysis & Processing

Python, Microsoft Excel, Environmental Data Acquisition, Pollutant Data Processing.

Technical & Academic Writing

Research Proposal Development, Technical Reports, Academic Publishing, Editorial Support, Plagiarism Reduction.

Project & Team Coordination

Research Project Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Experimental Setup Design, Cross-functional Collaboration.

Environmental Health & Safety

Environmental Assessments, Regulatory Compliance, Waste Management Practices, Indoor Air Quality, Pest Management (IPM).

Design Software

WaterGEMS, AutoCAD, Adobe Photoshop.

Decision Support Systems

Expert Choice, Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP).

Laboratory Instrument Use

HAZ-DUST EPAM 5000.

Office Software

Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, EndNote.

Interests

Environmental Research

Air Quality and Emission Control, Cold Plasma Technology for VOC Removal, Urban Remote Sensing Applications, Land Use Impact on Air Pollution and Noise, VOCs, POPs, and PM Exposure Mitigation, Sustainable Wastewater Treatment and Reuse, Water Quality and Environmental Health, Microplastics and Heavy Metal Contamination, E-Waste Recycling and Circular Economy, Data-Driven Environmental Policy and Planning.

References

Prof. Maryam Sarkhosh

Associate Professor, Department of Environmental Health Engineering, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences | Email: SarkhoshM@mums.ac.ir – Marya.sarkhosh@yahoo.com | Phone: [+98 935 578 4117]

Prof. Ali-Asghar Najafpoor

Professor, Department of Environmental Health Engineering, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences | Email: Najafpooraa@mums.ac.ir | Phone: [+98 915 301 6743]

Prof. Ali-Akbar Dehghan

Assistant Professor, Department of Environmental Health Engineering, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences | Email: Dehghanaa@mums.ac.ir | Phone: [+98 936 864 6917]

Projects

Modeling and predicting the effect of land use on the production of PM10 in the air of Mashhad using Artificial Neural Networks

Summary

A research project focusing on modeling and predicting PM10 concentrations in Mashhad's air based on land use, utilizing advanced analytical and geospatial techniques.

Evaluation of the relationship between urban vegetation density and noise reduction in Mashhad city

Summary

An interdisciplinary study exploring the impact of urban vegetation on noise attenuation in Mashhad city through spatial analysis and remote sensing.

Investigating the quality of wastewater produced from the dental units of health care centers in Mashhad City

Summary

Authored and revised a research proposal investigating the quality of wastewater from dental units in healthcare centers, with emphasis on environmental and public health impacts.