Assistant Professor, USJ, Lebanon
🌍 Cynthia Andraos, a Lebanese Hydrology and Water Engineer, holds a Ph.D. in Hydrology with very honorable distinction from Saint Joseph University in Beirut. With extensive experience in water engineering and infrastructure, she has contributed significantly to the field through her work on water resource management, hydrological assessments, and wet utilities infrastructure projects. Cynthia is also dedicated to academia, serving as an assistant professor and consultant in water engineering.
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Education 🎓
Cynthia Andraos obtained her Ph.D. in Hydrology with distinction in April 2021 from Saint Joseph University, Beirut, Lebanon. Prior to this, she completed her Masters M2 in Water Sciences in July 2016, also at Saint Joseph University. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from the same institution (2015). Her education laid a strong foundation for her work in water engineering and hydrology. Additionally, she earned the Lebanese Baccalaureate in General Sciences with distinction in 2010.
Experience 💼
With over 7 years of professional experience, Cynthia Andraos has worked as a Consultant on Water Engineering since September 2022, specializing in water resource management, hydrology, and the design of clean water supply systems, stormwater drainage, and wastewater disposal. She is also an Assistant Professor at Saint Joseph University in the Faculty of Engineering, teaching courses related to water and environmental engineering. Previously, she served as a Water Infrastructure Engineer at Dar Al-Handasah Shair and Partners from 2015 to 2022, where she was involved in high-profile projects in Qatar, Lebanon, and Jordan, including the design of stormwater drainage systems, sewerage networks, and water transmission pipelines.
Research Interest 🔬
Cynthia Andraos‘ research focuses on hydrological modeling, rainfall-runoff modeling, water resource management, and hydrological uncertainty. She is particularly interested in enhancing low-flow forecasts and reducing uncertainties in hydrological models, aiming to improve water resource prediction and management. Her work bridges the gap between engineering and hydrology, with a strong focus on using machine learning techniques to improve the accuracy of predictions in Lebanese watersheds and other regions.
Awards 🏆
Cynthia Andraos has received several accolades throughout her academic and professional career, including recognition for her outstanding contributions to water engineering. Although specific awards are not listed here, her exceptional research output, including contributions to conference proceedings and academic journals, underscores her strong impact in the hydrology and water engineering fields.
Publications Top Notes 📚
“The IAHS Science for Solutions decade, with Hydrology Engaging Local People IN one Global world (HELPING)” in Hydrological Sciences Journal, Vol.69, Issue 11, Pages 1417-1435, 2024. Read here
“Enhancing Low-Flow Forecasts: A Multi-Model Approach for Rainfall–Runoff Models” in Hydrology (MDPI), 29 February 2024. Read here
“Multi-model approach for reducing uncertainties in rainfall-runoff models” in Advances in Hydroinformatics, Springer, 2024. Read here
Conclusion
Cynthia Andraos is highly deserving of the Research for Academic Brilliance Recognition Award due to her outstanding academic achievements, impressive research contributions, and significant professional experience in the field of water engineering and hydrology. Her ability to integrate theoretical knowledge with practical applications, coupled with her dedication to teaching and international collaboration, positions her as a leading figure in her field. With continued growth in interdisciplinary collaboration and leadership in large research initiatives, Cynthia’s influence in water engineering and hydrology will undoubtedly continue to expand.