Biography
I am an adjunct professor in the Department of River and Coastal Science and Engineering. My research focus is the interdisciplinary design and application of numerical modeling tools for riverine and coastal environments. By trade, I am a Water Resources Engineer in the consulting industry. My research centers on modeling the hydraulics, sediment, and nutrient dynamics of the lower Mississippi River and delta region. I have focused on evaluating diversion tradeoffs and improving forecasting for the Mississippi River–delta system. As a practitioner, I develop and apply advanced numerical modeling tools—combining physics-based and machine learning approaches—to natural and engineered hydraulic systems to inform planning and design decisions. I incorporate modern strategies into hydrologic and hydraulic design and forecasting workflows to meet the needs of state, federal, and private clients.
