PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Apr. 28, 2026) – As drought conditions continue to strain water resources across Texas and beyond, Prairie View A&M University’s Dr. Ali Fares is contributing to global efforts to better understand and address the growing crisis.
“Global Drought and Sustainability” by Elsevier
Fares, a University Regents Professor and endowed chair of water security and the water-energy-food nexus, was recently recognized among the top 1% of scholars worldwide. His latest work continues that impact on a global scale.
He recently edited “Global Drought and Sustainability,” a new volume published by Elsevier that brings together leading researchers from around the world.
The publication comes at a critical time, as parts of Texas face severe drought conditions and historically low reservoir levels. Recent data shows that much of the Southern region is experiencing some level of drought, underscoring the urgency of the issue.
That urgency is also shaping research at Prairie View A&M. According to Fares, one of his graduate students recently completed a thesis examining historical and projected drought impacts on cotton, highlighting the real-world implications for Texas agriculture and the University’s role in developing solutions.
“Global Drought and Sustainability” examines drought as an increasingly urgent global challenge, exploring its connection to climate change and outlining science-based solutions to improve water resource management, agricultural sustainability and ecosystem resilience.
Ali Fares, Ph.D.
Spanning 14 chapters, the volume features contributions from more than 40 authors representing over 15 institutions across at least 10 countries, including PVAMU and several leading U.S. universities. It also highlights emerging approaches such as advanced drought forecasting and the use of artificial intelligence to better predict and respond to changing environmental conditions.
“This work addresses drought as a growing global challenge and presents science-based solutions for water resources, agriculture and ecosystem resilience,” Dr. Fares said. “It also reflects the impactful research being conducted at PVAMU and aligns with the University’s commitment to addressing real-world challenges in Texas and globally.”
A recent book launch event at Prairie View A&M celebrated the publication and highlighted the importance of collaborative, research-driven solutions to water security challenges worldwide.
“Global Drought and Sustainability” is available for purchase through Elsevier.
By Christine Won
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