Dr. Abbas Amini | Social Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor in Geography and Rural Planning, University of Isfahan, Iran

🌍 Associate Professor in Geography and Rural Planning at the University of Isfahan, Iran. He earned his Ph.D. in Geography and Rural Planning (2009) and his M.Sc. in Rural Development (2002) from Razi University. His B.Sc. in Farm Machinery was completed at Isfahan University of Technology (1999). Dr. Amini’s research includes a M.Sc. thesis on mathematical models for the dairy industry and a Ph.D. thesis focused on optimal cropping patterns in Isfahan using goal programming. His work contributes significantly to sustainable rural development and agricultural planning. 📚🌱

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Education

Ph.D. in Geography and Rural Planning, University of Isfahan, Iran (2009)
Dr. Amini’s doctoral education solidified his knowledge in geographical sciences and rural planning. His advanced studies focused on developing strategies for optimizing agricultural land use, a critical area in sustainable resource management.

M.Sc. in Rural Development, Razi University, Kermanshah, Iran (2002)
His master’s degree in rural development allowed him to examine socio-economic factors affecting rural areas, furthering his expertise in planning and development strategies relevant to rural economies.

B.Sc. in Farm Machinery, Isfahan University of Technology, Iran (1999)
Dr. Amini’s undergraduate degree laid a strong foundation in technical aspects of agriculture, complementing his later work in rural planning with practical agricultural insights.

Research Contributions

M.Sc. Thesis: “A Mathematical Location Allocation Model in Dairy Industry (Examined in Kermanshah Province)”
In his M.Sc. thesis, Dr. Amini developed a mathematical model for optimal facility location in the dairy industry, addressing efficient resource distribution in agricultural settings. This research is relevant for rural infrastructure development and effective agricultural planning.

Ph.D. Thesis: “Determining Optimal Cropping Pattern in the East Region Farming Lands of Isfahan (Baraan Region), Using Multiple Criteria Goal Programming Approach”
His Ph.D. work used a goal programming approach to create a model for determining ideal crop patterns. This innovative solution addresses the complex balance between resource availability and sustainable agriculture, demonstrating Dr. Amini’s commitment to applied research in rural and environmental planning.

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