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Dr. Farha Sattar is a multidisciplinary researcher with expertise in Mathematics Education, Geoscience, Spatial Mathematical Modelling, Drone Technology, Remote Sensing (RS), Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Education.
Dr. Farha has thirty years teaching experience in teaching Mathematics and Science education, GIS, RS, and e-Learning technologies at undergraduate and postgraduate level.
She has completed a Doctorate degree in Geospatial Science focused on Spatial Mathematical Modelling for 3D Gully Mapping and Erosion Quantification within Geoinformatics Framework from the Charles Darwin University, Australia.
She has worked in several Asian and European universities.
Dr. Farha is a certified drone pilot and aeronautical radio operator. She is well equipped with geospatial quantitative techniques and methods and has the experience to supervise research projects at postgraduate level.
Her research interests include STEM Education, Mathetics & Science Education, Innovative Pedagogies, GIS, RS, Drone Technology, 3D Modelling, Photogrammetry and Spatial Data Infrastructure.
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
Education/Academic qualification
PhD, Three Dimensional Gully Mapping and Erosion Quantification within a Geoinformatics Framework, Charles Darwin University (CDU)
Award Date: 31 May 2012
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A Framework for Cognitive Development: Fostering Critical and Creative Thinking Skills, Using iSTEM Approach
Sattar, F. (Principal Investigator/Chief Investigator A) & Farhan, A. (Student Investigator)
27/02/25 → …
Project: HDR Project › PhD
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CodProg Drone Lab
Sattar, F. (Principal Investigator/Chief Investigator A)
5/06/23 → 31/10/23
Project: Research
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DBELaSTEM: Drone-Based Experiential Learning and STEM Education
Sattar, F. (Principal Investigator/Chief Investigator A)
1/02/19 → 1/02/20
Project: Research
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IAS Rainmaker Start-Up - Drone Technology: Prospective Tool for STEM Teaching and Learning
Sattar, F. (Principal Investigator/Chief Investigator A) & Nawaz, M. (Associate Investigator)
8/01/18 → 30/06/18
Project: Other
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RSCUD: Road safety curriculum unit development
Sattar, F. (Principal Investigator/Chief Investigator A) & Woodroffe, T. (Associate Investigator)
6/11/22 → 29/02/24
Project: Consultancy - Non Research
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STEM_D & VR: Youth STEM Learning and Empowerment with Drones and VR
Sattar, F. (Principal Investigator/Chief Investigator A) & Nawaz, M. (Co Investigator/Chief Investigator B)
13/01/25 → 14/06/27
Project: Research
Research output
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AI-Driven Ensemble Learning for Spatio-Temporal Rainfall Prediction in the Bengawan Solo River Watershed, Indonesia
Jumadi, J., Danardono, D., Roziaty, E., Ulinuha, A., Supari, S., Choy, L. K., Sattar, F. & Nawaz, M., Oct 2025, In: Sustainability (Switzerland). 17, 20, p. 1-21 21 p., 9281.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Correlation Analysis of Normalised Difference Built-Up Index (NDBI) and Land Surface Temperature (LST) from 2013 to 2023 Landsat 8 Imagery: A Case Study in Makassar City, Indonesia
Jumadi, J., Setiawan, I. N., Nawaz, M. & Sattar, F., 8 Aug 2025, In: International Journal of Geoinformatics. 21, 8, p. 20-32 13 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Factors impeding the implementation of spatial data infrastructure in lower middle-income economies: A case study from Pakistan
Ali, A., Ahmad, M., Nawaz, M. & Sattar, F., 31 Jan 2025, (E-pub ahead of print) In: Information Development. p. 1-18 18 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Identifying and Prioritizing Spatial Data Required for Effective Agriculture Policymaking: A Comprehensive Analysis Using Analytical Hierarchy Process
Ali, A., Ahmad, M., Nawaz, M. & Sattar, F., 1 Feb 2025, In: Data Intelligence. 7, 1, p. 185-220 36 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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National Spatial Data Infrastructure as a Catalyst for Good Governance and Policy Improvements in Pakistan
Ahmad, M., Ali, A., Nawaz, M., Sattar, F. & Hussain, H., Sept 2025, In: ISPRS International Journal of Geo-Information. 14, 9, p. 1-33 33 p., 324.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Tsunami Risk Mapping and Sustainable Mitigation Strategies for Megathrust Earthquake Scenario in Pacitan Coastal Areas, Indonesia
Jumadi, J., Priyono, K. D., Amin, C., Saputra, A., Gomez, C., Lam, K. C., Rohman, A., Patel, N., Sattar, F., Nawaz, M. & Wardani, K. S., Mar 2025, In: Sustainability (Switzerland). 17, 6, p. 1-19 19 p., 2564.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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A Review of Pakistan’s National Spatial Data Infrastructure Using Multiple Assessment Frameworks
Ahmad, M., Ali, A., Nawaz, M., Sattar, F. & Hussain, H., 14 Sept 2024, In: ISPRS International Journal of Geo-Information. 13, 9, p. 1-20 20 p., 328.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Press/Media
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CDU Lecturer's drone coding workshop for Territory schools takes flight
14/06/23
2 Media contributions
Press/Media: Research
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Empowering Young Australians with STEM Concepts and Technical Skills_Drone Coding Workshops
19/06/23
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Public Engagement Activities
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Charles Darwin University’s Lecturer Receives A Grant For Her Innovative Drone Program
23/06/23 → 5/10/23
1 item of Media coverage, 2 Media contributions
Press/Media: Research
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Inspiring young Territorians to pursue science, technology and innovation
Ompong, D., Garcia, E. & Sattar, F.
21/06/21
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Research
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Activities
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Drone safety and responsible use
Sattar, F. (Participant)
22 May 2025Activity: Participating in or organising an event › Participating in a conference, workshop, ...
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Drones for Education
Sattar, F. (Participant)
9 Feb 2024Activity: Participating in or organising an event › Participating in a conference, workshop, ...
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Drone Technology for Disaster Management
Sattar, F. (Keynote speaker)
13 Dec 2024Activity: Talk or presentation › Invited talk
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Muhammadiyah University of Surakarta
Sattar, F. (Visiting lecturer)
25 Nov 2024 → 30 Nov 2024Activity: Visiting an external institution › Visiting an external academic institution
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Muhammadiyah University of Surakarta
Sattar, F. (Visiting lecturer)
18 Nov 2023 → 24 Nov 2023Activity: Visiting an external institution › Visiting an external academic institution
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Shaping the 21st Century Workforce through Drone
Sattar, F. (Invited speaker)
18 Oct 2023Activity: Talk or presentation › Invited talk
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Sustaining the Equitable Quality Education.
Sattar, F. (Keynote speaker)
29 Mar 2022 → 31 Mar 2022Activity: Talk or presentation › Invited talk
Prizes
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NT Science Week Awards – Inspired NT STEM Hero of the Year award
Sattar, F. (Recipient), 12 Sept 2021
Prize: Other distinction
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Australian College of Educators - 2021 College Medal Nominee
Sattar, F. (Recipient), 16 Oct 2021
Prize: Other distinction
Impacts
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Flying Forward: Drones, STEM Equity, and Indigenous Empowerment
Sattar, F. (Participant)
Impact: Public policy impacts, Education impacts
Thesis
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Three dimensional gully mapping and erosion quantification within a geoinformatics framework
Sattar, F. (Author), Pearson, D. (Supervisor), Boggs, G. S. (Supervisor) & Wasson, R. (Supervisor), Jul 2011Student thesis: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) - CDU
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