Faculty Advisors: Dr. Seth Campbell & Dr. Karl Kreutz
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Biographical Statement: Growing up along the southern coast of Rhode Island, I experienced diverse and extreme weather, from hurricanes to Nor’easters, which fueled my enthusiasm for the outdoors and the natural world. I attended the University of Rhode Island, earning a B.S. in Geology and Geological Oceanography. I also participated in a Geology Field Camp with the University at Buffalo, mapping regions in Utah, Colorado, and Wyoming. My professional journey began in the oilfield industry as a Mud Logger in the Gulf of Mexico on ultra-deepwater drillships. Seeking greater fulfillment, I interned at Mt. Rainier National Park, where I maintained weather instrumentation, and observed and recorded weather while conducting research. I then earned an MRes in Climate and Atmospheric Science from the University of Leeds, focusing on extratropical cyclones over the Northeast United States. My passion for extreme weather led me to the Mount Washington Observatory, where I now serve as the Director of Weather Operations. I oversee the observatory’s summit operations, weather monitoring operations, and research initiatives while pursuing a PhD at the University of Maine. In my free time, I enjoy outdoor activities, video and board games, and most things fantasy and sci-fi.
Research Area: My research interests center around the intricate dynamics of winter storms, delving into their formation, intensification, and eventual decay. I am particularly fascinated by the storm characteristics that emerge from the merging of continental and oceanic air masses, as well as the dynamics within the boundary layer and tropopause. Understanding these processes is crucial for improving weather prediction models and enhancing our comprehension of winter storm behavior in diverse environments.
PhD Graduate Student | Advisor: Dr. Seth Campbell & Dr. Karl Kreutz
