Dr. Shikha Patel | Urban planning | Best Researcher Award
Qatar University | Qatar
Author Profile
🎓 Shikha Patel: A Trailblazer in Urban Planning and Climate Research
EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS
Shikha Patel’s academic journey is marked by an unwavering commitment to excellence in architecture and urban planning. She holds a PhD in Urban Planning and Design from Qatar University (2021–2024), where she investigated critical aspects of spatial analytics and climate resilience. Her education includes a Master’s in Urban Design from Visvesvaraya Technological University, Bangalore (2017–2019), and an MBA in Infrastructure and Construction Management from Jaipur National University (2015–2017). Shikha’s solid foundation in architecture began with a Bachelor’s degree from Gujarat University (2008–2013).
PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS
Shikha Patel’s professional career spans academia, research, and industry. She has served as a visiting faculty member at Christ University, Bangalore, since 2024, and previously held academic positions at BMSSA, Nitte SoA, and GSAP in India (2015–2019). Her teaching repertoire includes urban form theories, research methodologies, and business management.
In industry roles, Shikha contributed as a Business Development Manager at 100 Krafts, Retail Planner at Tesco, and Architect at SHS Designs. Her expertise in managing projects, designing innovative layouts, and adhering to environmental and regulatory constraints exemplifies her versatility.
CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS ON URBAN PLANNING
Shikha’s research focuses on spatial analytics, urban heat impacts, and climate change mitigation. Leveraging remote sensing and GIS, she explores land use changes and their effects on outdoor thermal comfort. Her projects aim to provide actionable insights into sustainable urban planning and design strategies.
IMPACT AND INFLUENCE
Through her academic and professional pursuits, Shikha has significantly impacted urban planning by bridging theory and application. Her research on land surface temperature and urban form dynamics has contributed to policy frameworks in climate-sensitive urban development.
ACADEMIC CITATIONS AND PUBLICATIONS
Shikha Patel is a prolific researcher with numerous peer-reviewed journal articles and conference proceedings to her credit. Some of her notable works include:
- Comparative analysis of land cover changes on outdoor thermal comfort (Annals of GIS, 2025)
- Revitalizing the Coastal Landscape of Qatar (Designs, 2024)
- Impact of urban design on mental health through green spaces (Journal of Infrastructure, Policy, and Development, 2024)
Her research is widely recognized, reflecting in her growing citation count and influence across urban studies.
HONORS & AWARDS
- Gold Medal for her Master’s in Urban Design, awarded by Visvesvaraya Technological University (2020).
- Recognition at the 4th Creativity & Innovation for Engineering Solutions Development Conference (2024).
LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS
Shikha Patel’s contributions to urban planning and climate resilience underscore her dedication to shaping sustainable cities. Her future endeavors promise advancements in integrating spatial analytics with policy-making for climate adaptation.
FINAL NOTE
As an accomplished educator and researcher, Shikha Patel exemplifies a commitment to academic excellence and impactful research. Her work continues to inspire future generations of urban planners and sustainability advocates.
NOTABLE PUBLICATIONS
Land surface temperature responses to land use dynamics in urban areas of Doha, Qatar
- Authors: Patel, S., Indraganti, M., Jawarneh, R.N.
- Journal: Sustainable Cities and Society
- Year: 2024
Urban planning impact on summer human thermal comfort in Doha, Qatar
- Authors: Patel, S., Indraganti, M., Jawarneh, R.N.
- Journal: Building and Environment
- Year: 2024
A comprehensive systematic review: Impact of Land Use/Land Cover (LULC) on Land Surface Temperatures (LST) and outdoor thermal comfort
- Authors: Patel, S., Indraganti, M., Jawarneh, R.N.
- Journal: Building and Environment
- Year: 2024
The impact of urban design on mental well-being by integrating green spaces in Doha City, Qatar
- Authors: Patel, S., Jabbour, N., John, D., Al-Matwi, R., Isiafan, R.J.
- Journal: Journal of Infrastructure, Policy and Development
- Year: 2024
The urban regeneration’s framework for transit villages in Qatar: the case of Al Sadd in Doha
- Authors: Furlan, R., Zaina, S., Patel, S.
- Journal: Environment, Development and Sustainability
- Year: 2021