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Newsha Ajami, PhD, is a seasoned expert in civil and environmental engineering with extensive experience in water policy, research initiatives, and environmental governance. Currently serving as the Chief Strategy and Development Officer for Research at Berkeley Lab and as an Advisory Board Member for Nature for Water, Newsha Ajami has a track record of leading interdisciplinary projects aimed at climate adaptation and mitigation. Ajami's previous roles include directing Urban Water Policy at Stanford University and serving on various boards and commissions, such as the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission and the San Francisco Bay Regional Water Quality Control Board. With a PhD in Civil and Environmental Engineering from UC Irvine and a strong background in water resources management, Newsha Ajami combines academic rigor with practical policy engagement to drive sustainable water solutions.