Ph.D. Students

Geospatial Computer Science
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José Pilartes-congo, MS, SIT, suas

José is a Ph.D. candidate in the Geospatial Computer Science program at TAMUCC. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Geographic Information Science, with a minor in Business Administration, and a master’s degree in Geospatial Systems Engineering. His research integrates multimodal remote sensing and GeoAI for model updating, with a primary focus on transportation. He also serves as president of the ASPRS Student Chapter.

BENJAMIN GHANSAH, MS

Benjamin is a Ph.D. candidate in the Geospatial Computer Science program. He has experience with survey/geomatics as well as machine/deep learning applications for processing satellite imagery. Benjamin took part in several projects and paper publications pertinent to these topics in recent years. His current research revolves around UAS-SfM Photogrammetry for agricultural applications using survey data acquired at AgriLife.

Ololade ESTHER Oladoyin, MS

Esther is a Ph.D. student in the Geospatial Computer Science program. She holds both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in Electrical Engineering. She previously worked as a software engineer in the oil and gas industry, where she specialized in developing firmware for sensor-enabled wired drill pipes used for data collection in oil fields. She also worked in the consumer electronics industry, evaluating the effects of firmware updates on security camera performance. Her current research explores Remote Sensing and GeoAI techniques for geospatial data acquisition in support of coastal resilience efforts. She also serves as Vice President of the TAMUCC ASPRS Student Chapter.

Computer Science
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Mohammad Sohail, MS

Mohammad is a Ph.D. student in the Computer Science program. He holds a master’s degree in Remote Sensing and GIS. He previously worked as a research associate at the Center for Water Informatics and Technology (WIT) at LUMS in Pakistan, where he applied InSAR, optical remote sensing, and geospatial techniques to research in natural resource and disaster management. His current research focuses on InSAR applications for monitoring land subsidence and natural hazards.

Coastal and Marine Systems Science
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Ahmed Omar, MS

Ahmed is a Ph.D. student in the Coastal and Marine Systems Science program. He holds both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in Geology from Suez Canal University in Egypt. His master’s research applied spatial analysis techniques and geological parameters to identify suitable locations for mangrove plantation along the Red Sea. He is proficient in GIS and satellite Remote Sensing for environmental and geological applications. His current research integrates Remote Sensing, GIS, and AI to monitor groundwater levels across Texas and develop effective approaches for sustainable groundwater management.

Coastal and Marine Systems Science
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QIUHONG YANG, MS

Qiuhong is a Ph.D. student in the Coastal and Marine System Science program. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Central South University and a master’s degree from the University of Houston. Her research focuses on geodesy and remote sensing, particularly the use of InSAR to study surface deformation, sea-level change, and coastal processes.

ABIODUN ADEDEJI, MS, MBA

Abiodun is a Ph.D. student in the Computer Science program, specializing in Geospatial Informatics. He holds a Bachelor of Technology in Computer Engineering, a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in data analytics, and a Master of Science in Computer Science, with thesis research focused on AI/ML. He served as the teaching/research assistant mentor for the 2026 summer NSF-sponsored Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program on applied computing research in unmanned aerial systems at TAMUCC. His research focuses on UAS/remote sensing and computer vision for automated pollinator plant recognition, supporting habitat mapping and environmental compliance through AI workflows in transportation and right-of-way management.

Master’s Students

Vamshi Gindam

Vamshi is a master’s student in the Geospatial Systems Engineering program. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering. He has experience as a data analyst, where he worked with bathymetric data analysis for marine applications. His academic and research interests lie on UASs for surveying and mapping, lidar, and photogrammetry. Vamshi is also the Secretary/Treasurer for the TAMUCC ASPRS Student Chapter.