Faran Vahedian | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award
Mrs Faran Vahedian, Colorado School of Mines, United States
Dr. Faran Vahedian, Ph.D. ๐๏ธ, is an environmental engineer and hydrogeologist with 10 years of experience in groundwater contamination and environmental remediation. She completed her PhD at Colorado School of Mines, focusing on PFAS transport in AFFF-impacted media ๐. Dr. Vahedian specializes in numerical modeling, data analysis, and laboratory work using tools like MODFLOW, FEFLOW, and Python ๐ฅ๏ธ. She has worked on various projects, including remediation of PFAS contamination, and collaborated with experts to develop analytical methods using LC-MS. Currently, she is a Senior Research Engineer at EA Engineering, Science, and Technology, contributing to EPA’s PFAS research and remediation projects ๐ฌ.
Publication Profile
Education
Dr. Faran Vahedian is a passionate researcher in Civil and Environmental Engineering, with a Ph.D. from Colorado School of Mines (2024). She holds a Masterโs in Water Engineering from the University of Guelph (2021) and a Bachelorโs in Civil Engineering from Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran (2014). Dr. Vahedian has a strong background in environmental solutions and engineering design. She is also certified in OSHA HAZWOPER, highlighting her expertise in hazardous waste operations. Her education and certifications reflect her commitment to advancing sustainability and safety in the engineering field. ๐๐ง๐๐ง๐ผ
Experience
Dr. Faran Vahedian is a skilled researcher and hydrogeologist with extensive experience in environmental remediation and groundwater contamination. From 2021 to 2024, she successfully completed a SERDP ESTCP project on PFAS transport, conducting lab experiments and numerical modeling with HYDRUS. Previously, she worked as a hydrogeologist, conducting groundwater quality assessments, leachate simulations, and flood risk evaluations. As a wastewater treatment plant design engineer, she ensured water quality control and optimized treatment systems. With expertise in GIS, Python, and modeling tools like SWAT, FEFLOW, and HEC-RAS, Dr. Vahedian contributes to sustainable water management and environmental protection. ๐๐ง๐ฌ๐ฟ
EA Project Experience
Mrs. Faran Vahedian is a Senior Research Engineer at EA Engineering, Science, and Technology, Inc. (2024โPresent), focusing on PFAS research and development. She supports projects like the Remedial Investigation Report for the BJAT LLC Superfund Site and evaluates PFAS sources, mass balance, and groundwater impacts at multiple Air National Guard installations. She also provides analytical and technical support to the EPAโs Office of Research and Development, researching PFAS and contaminants of emerging concern. Additionally, she leads a Water Research Foundation project, developing regulatory frameworks and decision-making tools for PFAS residual management. ๐ง๐ฌ๐๐งช