The UW Coastal Lab studies wave-driven processes from beach to global ocean space scales, and storm to climate change time scales, with a focus on coastal processes. We are interested in understanding the role that waves play in driving coastal circulation, transporting sediment in varied coastal environments, and mediating interactions between the atmosphere and ocean. Our lab integrates numerical models, lab experiments, and field observations to bridge gaps between fundamental knowledge and prediction tools for coastal processes.
Who are we?
The UW Coastal Lab, led by Dr. Christie Hegermiller, studies coastal hydrodynamics and morphodynamics. We are civil engineers, ocean engineers, and oceanographers interested in fundamental and applied coastal science to improve our ability to forecast and mitigate coastal community hazards. Our lab is part of the UW Civil and Environmental Engineering Department and the Environmental Fluid Mechanics group.
What’s new in the Coastal Lab?
- 9/2023 – Ryan Chiu joins the lab! Ryan is co-advised by Alex Horner-Devine, UW CEE.
- 9/2023 – Malcolm LeClair joins the lab! Malcolm is co-advised by Jim Thomson, APL and UW CEE.
- 9/2023 – Christie joins UW CEE!
Interested in our research?
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