My research aims at a quantitative, mechanistic understanding of the physical processes that create and transport sediment, and their relationship to emergent patterns across Earth’s surface over varying spatial and temporal scales.

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To address these research questions, I utilize a combination of numerical modeling, physical experiments, field observations, and high-resolution topographic datasets. My work is driven by a keen interest in bridging seemingly disparate scientific disciplines with earth surface processes, including biology and granular physics.  I rely on a wide range of tools to answer fundamental knowledge gaps related to sediment transport and erosion mechanics.

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I have developing interests in near-surface geophysics, fracture mechanics, and tribology.  Stay tuned!

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tl;dr  I like mechanics, landscapes, and kelp

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