On October 9, 2026, a scientific seminar was held at the Institute of Geography of the Ministry of Science and Education of the Republic of Azerbaijan to discuss the dissertation of Aytan Maharramova, a doctoral candidate at the Department of Hydrometeorology of Baku State University. The dissertation is entitled “Investigation of the Spatiotemporal Patterns of Rainstorm Intensity in Azerbaijan” and is being prepared in the specialty of 5406.01 – Hydrology.

During the seminar, the doctoral candidate delivered a presentation outlining the main research areas, methodological approaches employed, findings obtained, and the scientific and practical significance of the dissertation.

Subsequently, the scientific reviews prepared on the dissertation were read aloud. The reviews assessed the relevance of the research topic, the scientific significance of the studies conducted, and the findings obtained. Relevant comments and recommendations for improving the dissertation were also presented.

Seminar participants asked questions regarding various aspects of the dissertation, engaged in scientific discussions, and shared their views and suggestions on potential future research directions.

In conclusion, the scientific merit and relevance of the dissertation were acknowledged, and it was deemed appropriate to submit the research for the next stage of the academic evaluation process.