Shima Nikkhou
Email Us: shima.nikkhou@tamu.edu
Shima Nikkhou holds a Master’s degree in Project Management and Construction from the University of Tehran and is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP). Her research focuses on the governance of responsible management entities of decentralized wastewater infrastructure and potential scale models for sustainable operations and maintenance. She seeks to bridge the gap between theory and practice by advancing frameworks that foster sustainable management strategies in limited-resource rural communities. Outside of her academic work, Shima enjoys playing the piano, exploring art galleries, and staying active through regular workouts.
Michel Kordahi
Email Us: michelkordahi@tamu.edu
Michel Kordahi holds a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from the American University of Beirut. His research focuses on the regionalization of water-wastewater infrastructure management and workforce development in limited-resource rural communities. Specifically, Michel is interested in exploring how regional approaches can enhance the effectiveness and sustainability of decentralized infrastructure systems in these communities. In his free time, Michel enjoys taking care of his cat and binge-watching shows on Netflix.
