Dr. Zahra Kalantari

Professor

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Biography

Zahra Kalantari is a Professor in the Division of Water Environmental Engineering at KTH Royal Institute of Technology. Her research focuses on understanding the impacts of climate change on water resources, emphasizing the interactions between the atmosphere, oceans, ecosystems, and society. She combines innovative data modeling techniques and machine learning to address complex human-nature systems, particularly in the context of sustainability and environmental management. As the Director of WaterCentre at KTH, she leads research activities that promote water-related innovations for a sustainable future, fostering collaboration between researchers, industry partners, and civil society. Kalantari has contributed significantly to advancing the field of Environmental Science, securing funding from prestigious organizations including the Swedish Research Council and the European Union. She serves as an associate editor for several scientific journals and has played a key role in various interdisciplinary research initiatives that tackle global sustainability challenges. Her main research interests encompass complex systems analysis, sustainable urban and rural development, and the effects of land use and climate change on hydrology. Kalantari's work is driven by a commitment to developing solutions that support climate adaptation and resilience in water management systems.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm, Sweden

Leading research in environmental science and water management, developing interdisciplinary approaches to sustainability.

Courses

Applied Hydrogeology (AL2301) Degree Project Environmental Engineering Sustainable Infrastructure, Cycle (AL230X) Degree Project Hydraulic Engineering, Cycle (AF283X) Degree Project Strategies Sustainable Development, Cycle (AL250X) Earth Science Land Use Practice (AL1300) Environmental Dynamics/Physical Processes (AE2201) Modelling Water Systems (AE2107) Natural Resources Theory (AL1301) Presentation Research International Conferences, Part 2 (FAE3013) Presentation Research International Conferences, part 1 (FAE3012) Research Communication, Publishing, Presentation Critical Evaluation, Part 1 Lic Degree (FAE3006) Research Communication, Publishing, Presentation Critical Evaluation, part 2 PhD Degree (FAE3007) Writing Popular Science Publications (FAE3011) Writing applications research funding (FAE3014)

Requirements for KTH Royal Institute of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:0
Reading
Required:0
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:0
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:0
Reading
Required:0
Writing
Required:62
Speaking
Required:0
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in Science, Engineering, or a related field. Specific course requirements vary by department (e.g., Mathematics, Programming, or Subject-specific credits).
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas of completed degree
  • Transcript of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport or ID
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Letters of Recommendation (if required by program)
  • Summary of Project (if required)
Specialization Notes

Master's programs are organized under Schools; departments listed are units within these schools (e.g., EECS, ABE, CBH, ITM, SCI).