PhD Student

Gemma's explores how optical satellite data can enable more regular monitoring of the offshore sandbanks, using satellite derived bathymetry (SDB). As a part of the development of the SDB, turbidity and oceanic variables need to be considered to ensure that these do not generate erroneous data. Developing a reliable SDB model will enable tracking of the offshore sandbanks, and enable investigations as to whether there is any concern of negative impacts from offshore wind developments.

Supervised with Dr Clare Fitzsimmons (Newcastle)

PhD Student

Hannah is investigating the morphological footprints of anthropogenic activities, such as sand mining and damming, upon the Red River Delta, Vietnam. Her PhD research will generate local expertise to explore the spatial distribution and magnitude of anthropogenic activities and their resultant impacts, upon the Red River Delta’s morphology and livelihoods.

Supervised with Prof Andy Large (Newcastle), Prof Hue Le (Vietnam National University), Dr Nga Do (Vietnam Atomic Energy Institute).

PhD Student

James' project looks at the impact of invasive plant species on riverbank stability and changes in downstream sediment availability and deposition. Understanding the fluvial geomorphological impacts of invasive plant species will enable the identification of potential deposition modulated invasion hotspots.

Supervised with Dr Zarah Pattison (lead), Dr Clare Fitszimmons (Newcastle University), Prof. Nigel Willby (University of Stirling)

PhD Student

Vas is a PhD candidate at University of Hull carrying out research to identify, track and monitor spatio-temporal trends in sand mining operations and anthropogenically induced ecological degradation in the Cambodian reaches of the river Mekong.

Vas' project also focuses on development of an automated methodology to track and trace the transport and network of mined sand in Cambodia from space using high satellite resolution data encouraging shift towards sustainable sand harvesting practices.

Supervised with Dr Greg Vasilopolous and Prof. Dan Parsons (University of Hull)

PhD Student

Quan's research concerns numerical modelling of flow and sediment transport processes in large delta systems, particularly in Mekong delta. He is currently working on anthropogenic impacts on natural delta evolution processes focused on sand mining.

Supervised with Dr Greg Vasilopolous and Prof. Dan Parsons (University of Hull)

PhD Student

Freija is a marine scientist researching what impacts the transport mechanisms and ecological interactions of microplastics in aquatic environments with a case study in the Mekong River, SE Asia. Her work incorporates experiments on microplastic settling, including using 3D-printed corals to investigate the role of complex ecosystem structures in trapping microplastics.

Co-supervised with Dr Cath Waller and Prof. Dan Parsons (University of Hull)

PhD Student

Lucrecia's research aims to study the controls on how microplastics particles are deposited in natural sediments using experimental conditions and study the transports patterns of microplastics particles in rivers using numerical models.

Co-supervised with Dr Rob Dorrell, Dr Roberto Fernandez, Dr Anne Baar and Prof. Dan Parsons (University of Hull)

PhD Student

Sticky coasts: Characterising the role of biological cohesion in modulating erosion in coastal fringe environments

Co-supervised with Prof. Dan Parsons and Dr David Milan (University of Hull)

Phd Student

Josh is currently a PhD student and research assistant at the University of Hull's Energy and Environment Institute. He is currently finishing his thesis investigating the role of receiving basin bed sediment qualities on the morphodynamics of deltas, while also working in the THYME project quantifying how cover crop use can increase soil porosity and reduce runoff in arable fields

Co-supervised with Prof. Dan Parsons and Prof. Tom Coulthard (University of Hull)

PhD Student

Florence is a Social Scientist at the University of Hull. Her PhD explored children's perceptions of Climate Change in the Mekong Delta, Vietnam. Here, she employed qualitative and creative methodologies to work with children, exploring the links between their lived experiences, formal education, and overall climate perceptions. She currently works on several international projects where she applies the findings from her PhD, supporting communities in tackling localised Climate Change issues, using the power of collective action to drive positive change.

Co-supervised with Prof Dan Parsons and Dr Lisa Jones (University of Hull)

Phd Student

SE Asian freshwater fish populations and networks: the impacts of climatic and environmental change on a vital resource

Co-supervised with Prof. Dan Parsons