An Employee at Samarra University Obtains a Master’s Degree in Geography
Mr. Muhammad Mutlaq Hammoud, an employee at the Presidency of Samarra University, has been awarded a Master’s degree from the Department of Geography at the College of Education, Samarra University. His thesis is titled: “Spatial Analysis of Residential Fragmentation in the Neighborhoods of Samarra City and Its Impact on the Urban Environment.”
In his research, Mutlaq aimed to study the geographical distribution of the phenomenon of urban fragmentation and to highlight the spatial effects this phenomenon creates within the city’s limits. Additionally, he sought to identify the factors associated with the formation of this phenomenon in the city. His study also analyzed the classification of housing based on its size, general characteristics, and age, as well as population density and its relationship with land prices and rental patterns.
Mutlaq’s findings revealed several key points, including:
- The increase in the population in the neighborhoods of the study area contributed to the emergence of residential fragmentation.
- This population growth led to an increase in family size.
- Urban land use in the city suffers from overlapping usage patterns due to random changes, creating a state of chaos that negatively impacts residential neighborhoods.
In terms of distribution, the study showed a clear scarcity in the allocation of land over the years. Natural constraints such as the Tigris River, archaeological sites, and others have exacerbated the housing problem, resulting in increased residential fragmentation.
On a different note, the staff of the Media and Government Communications Department at the Presidency of Samarra University, on behalf of all university employees, extend their heartfelt congratulations to Mr. Muhammad Mutlaq Hammoud for his persistent efforts in advancing his academic journey. They wish him continued success and progress.
