Projects
The Creation of High-Resolution Probabilistic Tsunami Design Zone Maps Compatible with ASCE 7-22 for Higher-Risk Coastal Areas in Maui, Hawaii
Date: June 2022
Over the summer of 2022 I had the opportunity to work with Dr. Yong Wei on creating higher resolution Tsunami Design Zone (TDZ) maps that are compatible with ASCE 7-22 guidelines for higher risk coastal areas in Maui, Hawaii.
I was tasked with creating TDZ for the census-designated places (CDP) of Kahului and Kihei-Makena. Both of these locations are highly populated which is why the maps I created are important for new infrastructure and building guidelines. Specifically buildings that have a major impact on the economy or civilians and essential facilities (categorized as Risk Category III and IV).
You can view my poster here!
University of Washington: Cooperative Institute for Climate, Ocean, and Ecosystem Studies
The Desertification and Pattern Formation of Grasslands in Colorado
Colorado College Environmental Science Department
Date: August 2021
This project was on the desertification and pattern formation in grasslands and deserts in Colorado. I worked with a group 4 other students and our Professor. We created rain fall simulations, built and set up anemometers/temperature gages, took soil measurements in the field and lab, and used drones to collect areal imagery. One of my main jobs was to fly a DJI Phantom 4 to log water movement across the grasslands and take photos of the grassland patterns.
All of this work taught us about the eco-physiological and microclimatological systems that are contributing to the recent shift of Colorado grasslands to deserts.
