Rubayet Bin Mostafiz

Rubayet Bin Mostafiz, PhD, Certified Floodplain Manager, Geographic Information Systems Professional, is an assistant professor and Assistant Director of Research at the Louisiana State University (LSU) AgCenter’s LaHouse Resource Center, where he leads interdisciplinary work at the intersection of engineering, geospatial science, and community resilience. His research focuses on multi‑hazard risk assessment, spatial analysis, and the development of decision‑support tools that strengthen climate adaptation, sustainable housing, and environmental resilience across the Gulf Coast. His role includes advancing applied research, guiding Extension initiatives, and supporting statewide and regional collaborations that translate science into actionable strategies for communities and policymakers.

Mostafiz holds a Doctor of Philosophy in oceanography and coastal sciences from Louisiana State University, where he specialized in coastal hazards and resilience modeling. He also earned a Master of Science and Bachelor of Science in geography and environmental science, as well as a master’s degree in economics from the University of Dhaka, grounding his work in both environmental systems and socioeconomic analysis.

His professional portfolio includes research on coastal resilience, flood and wind risk, climate‑driven hazards, and geospatial modeling, with applications in agriculture, infrastructure, and community planning. He contributes to the LSU AgCenter’s mission through research, outreach, and tool development that support sustainable building technologies and hazard‑resilient design. His work has positioned him as a key collaborator in regional resilience initiatives, integrating scientific rigor with community‑centered engagement to improve decision‑making and long‑term adaptation outcomes.