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Researcher of Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University
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Prof. Ali Muflah Alqahtany is a Professor of Urban and Regional Planning at the College of Architecture and Planning, Imam Abdulrahman bin Faisal University, located in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. Professor Alqahtani holds a Ph.D. in Sustainable Urban Planning and Design from Cardiff University, United Kingdom, earned in 2014. He also obtained a Master’s degree in Urban Renewal from Cardiff University, United Kingdom, in 2013, with Merit. Additionally, he earned a Master’s degree in Construction Management from the University of Birmingham, United Kingdom, in 2010, with Merit. Furthermore, he holds a Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning and Design from King Saud University, College of Architecture and Planning, Department of Urban Planning, earned in 2008. He has held numerous administrative positions, participated in various committees, and published several scientific research papers in international academic journals. He has also received several awards and reviewed many research papers for international academic journals. Additionally, he has attended and participated in various conferences and scientific forums, as well as many training courses and workshops. Prof. Alqahtany focuses his research on sustainable development, urban sustainability, urban and regional planning, sustainable cities and urbanization, urban design, housing, and other areas related to the sustainability of the built environment.
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Education/Academic qualification
PhD, THE DEVELOPMENT OF A CONSENSUS-BASED FRAMEWORK FOR A SUSTAINABLE URBAN PLANNING OF THE CITY OF RIYADH, Cardiff University
Award Date: 8 Jul 2014
Master, Master of Science in Regeneration Studies, Cardiff University
Award Date: 4 Feb 2014
Master, Master of Science in Construction Management , University of Birmingham
Award Date: 16 Dec 2010
Bachelor, Bachelor Degree of Architecture and Planning, King Saud University
Award Date: 6 Feb 2008
Keywords
- GE Environmental Sciences
- Sustainable Cities and Communities
- urban design
- sustainable design
- Urban Planning
- Regional Planning
- Q Science (General)
- Housing
- Smart cities
- NX Arts in general
- urban design
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):
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SDG 2 Zero Hunger -
SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being -
SDG 4 Quality Education -
SDG 5 Gender Equality -
SDG 6 Clean Water and Sanitation -
SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy -
SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth -
SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure -
SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities -
SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities -
SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production -
SDG 13 Climate Action -
SDG 14 Life Below Water -
SDG 15 Life on Land -
SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions -
SDG 17 Partnerships for the Goals
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Assessment of Flood Hazard and Infrastructure Vulnerability Under Sea-Level Rise in Eastern Saudi Arabia: Implications of UN SDGs for Sustainable Cities
Dano, U. L., Aboukorin, A. A., Alshihri, F. S., Alnaim, A., Almutlaq, F., Jamil, R., Alqahtany, A. M., Alshammari, M. S., Almazroua, S. & Elhadi Abdalla, E. M., Mar 2026, In: Sustainability (Switzerland). 18, 5, 2510.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Humanizing Active Mobility Corridors: A Conceptual Framework for Walkability in the Dammam Metropolitan Area, Saudi Arabia
Alsaeedi, Y. A., Alshammari, M. S. & Alqahtany, A. M., Apr 2026, In: Sustainability (Switzerland). 18, 7, 3180.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Towards a Conceptual Framework for Sustainable Economic Development in Small and Medium-Sized Cities: A Theoretical Study
Al-Yami, M. A., Alqahtany, A. M. & Dano, U. L., Mar 2026, In: Sustainability (Switzerland). 18, 5, 2582.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Tracking the carbon footprint of agriculture in Saudi Arabia to promote sustainable food systems
Almazroua, S., Haq, S. U., Alqahtany, A. & Hafeez, A., 22 Jan 2026, In: Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems. 10, 1741677.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Assessment of the Saher System in Enhancing Traffic Control and Road Safety: Insights from Experts for Dammam, Saudi Arabia
Alobaidallah, A. M., Alqahtany, A. & Maniruzzaman, K. M., Apr 2025, In: Sustainability (Switzerland). 17, 8, 3304.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Studies from Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University Have Provided New Data on Future Transportation Research (Safety Effectiveness of Automated Traffic Enforcement Systems: A Critical Analysis of Existing Challenges and Solutions)
Alqahtany, A. & Maniruzzaman, K.
7/04/25
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Reports Summarize Building Construction Research from Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University (Consensus-Based Measures for Improvement of Off-Plan Sales Program of Housing Units in Real Estate Market of Riyadh City)
Alshammari, M., Alshihri, F., Alzunifeer, B. & Alqahtany, A.
14/04/23
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