HydroClim Lab
Scientific hydrology & climate resilience research.
Water • Climate • Modelling • Solutions
Hydrology, climate resilience, GIS, and environmental modelling for sustainable water futures — led by Dr. Simir Birihan Atanaw.
Featured Research
Four themes, one goal: resilient water systems.
Each theme combines rigorous modelling with field validation, so findings translate directly into decisions organisations can act on.
Watershed Hydrology
Rainfall-runoff and catchment-scale simulation using SWAT+ and HEC-HMS.
Flood Risk
Flood extent and hazard estimation to inform mitigation and planning.
Climate Change
Scenario-based impact assessment on water availability and catchment resilience.
GIS & Remote Sensing
Spatial analysis and satellite-derived data for mapping and monitoring.
Latest Activity
What's happening at HydroClim Lab.
River Ray flood analysis underway
Hydrological modelling and flood estimation for the River Ray catchment.
Dirima Watershed project
Watershed characterisation combining GIS and remote sensing data.
Publications & conference activity
Journal articles, conference papers and technical reports in preparation — see the Publications page.
Professional training enrolment
SWAT+, HEC-HMS, GIS, remote sensing, Python and R courses — see Training for details.
About HydroClim Lab
Bridging scientific research and real-world water management.
HydroClim Lab is an independent platform specialising in hydrology, water resources, climate science, GIS, remote sensing, watershed modelling, flood risk assessment, environmental data science, professional training, and collaborative research — led by Dr. Simir Birihan Atanaw.
Mission
To combine academic excellence, innovative modelling, and practical expertise — bridging scientific research with real-world applications that support sustainable water management and climate resilience.
Vision
A future where science-based water and climate solutions are accessible to every organisation working to build resilient, sustainable water systems.
Core Values
What guides the work.
Scientific Excellence
Rigorous, defensible methods.
Innovation
Modern modelling & geospatial tools.
Collaboration
Built alongside partner teams.
Integrity
Transparent methods & honest reporting.
Sustainability
Long-term water & climate resilience.
Approach
How a project moves from question to outcome.
1. Discovery
Define the scientific question, gather baseline data, and scope the catchment or system under study.
2. Modelling
Build and calibrate hydrological, GIS, or climate models suited to the problem.
3. Validation
Test outputs against observed data and field conditions for defensible results.
4. Delivery
Translate findings into clear, actionable guidance for the partner organisation.
Research
Applied research across four core themes.
Methods and tools are selected to fit the catchment, question, and data available — always grounded in transparent, reproducible practice.
Hydrological Modelling
Catchment and river-scale simulation for flow, storage, and flood behaviour.
Climate Change
Scenario analysis linking projected climate shifts to catchment and water-resource outcomes.
Projects
Active and recent research projects.
A selection of the applied work currently underway at HydroClim Lab.
Dirima Watershed
Watershed characterisation and management planning combining hydrological modelling with GIS analysis.
River Ray Flood Analysis
Flood risk and hazard estimation for the River Ray catchment using calibrated hydrological models.
Climate Change Assessment
Scenario-based evaluation of climate impacts on regional water availability and flood frequency.
Remote Sensing
Satellite-derived land cover and hydrological indicators supporting catchment monitoring.
GIS
Spatial data analysis and mapping infrastructure underpinning the wider research portfolio.
Publications
Journal articles, conference papers & technical reports.
Publication records are added as work is finalised and indexed. DOIs are shown once assigned.
Journal Articles
Peer-reviewed publications.
Assessment of erosion, sediment yield, and runoff generating areas in Dirima catchment, upper Blue Nile, Tana Basin, Ethiopia
Atanaw, S. B., Zimale, F. A., & Ayenew, T. (2024). Sustainable Water Resources Management.
doi.org/10.1007/s40899-024-01167-3 ↗Modeling future hydrological responses through parameter optimization and climate change scenarios in Dirima Watershed, Ethiopia
Atanaw, S. B., Zimale, F. A., Ayenew, T., & Ayele, G. T. (2023). Modeling Earth Systems and Environment, 10(1), 1117–1135.
doi.org/10.1007/s40808-023-01817-z ↗Conference Papers & Proceedings
Presented and published work.
Effects of soil and water conservation practices on runoff, soil and nutrient losses in Alekt Wenz Watershed, Ethiopian Highland
Atanaw, S. B., Aynalem, D. W., Adem, A. A., Mekuria, W., & Tilahun, S. A. (2019). LNICST, 274, 170–182.
doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-15357-1_14 ↗Technical Reports & Ongoing Research
Additional technical reports and manuscripts are in preparation, including work from the River Ray flood analysis and continuing Dirima Watershed research.
DOI: pendingServices
Eight areas of focused expertise.
Each service is delivered with the same standard: rigorous methodology, clear communication, and outcomes that hold up under scrutiny.
Hydrological Modelling
Rainfall-runoff, catchment, and groundwater models built to simulate real system behaviour.
Flood Risk Assessment
Flood extent, depth, and hazard mapping to inform mitigation and planning.
Climate Change Impact
Scenario-based analysis of climate effects on water availability and flood risk.
Catchment Management
Integrated strategies for water quality, land use, and resource allocation.
GIS & Remote Sensing
Spatial analysis and satellite-derived data to map and monitor water and land systems.
Environmental Data Analytics
Statistical and geospatial analysis turning raw environmental data into decision-ready insight.
Professional Training
Technical training in modelling, GIS, and analysis for partner teams.
Research Collaboration
Joint studies and technical partnerships from proposal through publication.
Training
Professional courses in modelling, GIS & data science.
Hands-on technical training designed for researchers, consultants, and agency staff working with water and climate data.
SWAT+
Catchment-scale hydrological simulation.
HEC-HMS
Event-based rainfall-runoff modelling.
GIS
Spatial data handling & mapping.
Remote Sensing
Satellite imagery & land cover analysis.
Python
Scripting for data analysis & automation.
R
Statistical computing for environmental data.
Hydrology
Fundamentals of the water cycle & catchment processes.
Resources
Downloads & reference materials.
Documents are added here as they're finalised. Items marked "coming soon" are in preparation.
Academic CV
Full academic curriculum vitae.
Industry CV
Consultancy-focused curriculum vitae.
Research Portfolio
Overview of projects, methods, and outcomes.
Publications List
Compiled list of journal articles & reports.
Conference Posters
Poster presentations from recent conferences.
Blog
Research insights.
Commentary and short write-ups on hydrology, climate, floods, and GIS — launching soon.
First posts in preparation
The Research Insights blog will publish short-form articles on hydrology, climate, floods, and GIS. Check back soon, or get in touch to be notified when it launches.
Curriculum Vitae
Dr. Simir Birihan Atanaw
Founder and lead researcher at HydroClim Lab, specialising in hydrology, water resources, climate science, and geospatial technologies.
Areas of Expertise
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