Ramla Khan

I am a postdoctoral researcher at the Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences (NDORMS), University of Oxford, where I research the impacts of climate change on human health through projects funded by Wellcome trust. My current research explores how heat extremes influence disease dynamics, including the spread and severity of infectious diseases such as COVID-19. I also examine how extreme weather events affect child health in both the UK and Brazil, contributing to a growing body of evidence on climate-health vulnerabilities across diverse populations.

With a PhD in Earth, Environment, and Ecosystem Sciences, my research journey began by investigating how heat stress impacts urban trees, blending remote sensing, field-based measurements, and data analytics to understand ecological resilience. My academic background spans civil engineering, remote sensing, and geospatial data science, equipping me with a multidisciplinary approach to addressing the complex challenges of environmental and human health.

I specialise in climate data analysis, health and environmental modelling, geo-spatial AI, and advanced statistical methods. I work with large-scale datasets including satellite imagery, epidemiological records, and environmental indicators to develop predictive models that inform public health and policy responses to climate risks.

I am also committed to science communication and sustainability education. I have led community workshops and contributed to university-wide initiatives aimed at promoting climate literacy and empowering action toward a more sustainable future.