Hrishi Patel

Hrishi Patel

Research Assistant, World Development Report 2010

Hrishi is a Consultant with the WDR team. He holds a B.A. in Computer Science and Geography from Ohio Wesleyan University and a Master’s degree in Geography (specializing in Geographic Information Systems and Remote Sensing) from Boston University (BU). His prior research includes developing a web-GIS portal for trails in Ohio, mapping malaria incidence in Ethiopia and mapping aridity conditions in Spain using geographic information systems and remote sensing. Before joining Boston University, he worked for ECNext, an ecommerce company specializing in search engine optimization and online business content delivery. His research at Boston University focused on developing a java-based decision support tool for marine protected areas.