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Perth, Western Australia, Australia

St Lucia, Queensland, Australia

Contributor to the Reef Restoration and Adaptation Program (RRAP) team dedicated to safeguarding, restoring and fortifying coral reefs in the Great Barrier Reef (GBR).Developed a decision support tool integrating non-cyclonic wave climates obtained from numerical modeling in the GBR and thresholds developed by PhD students. This tool calculates probabilities of coral breakage and rubble mobilization, identifying optimal locations for targeted reef restoration interventions in the GBR.Wave and hydrodynamic modeling (XBeach) to predict cyclonic waves and everyday maximum wave patterns in the GBR. Integrated the rubble mobilization and breaking thresholds to assess the vulnerability of reefs within the GBR under this wave climates.Estimate future wave climates to determine peak velocities for upcoming interventions aimed at enhancing reef resilience, providing crucial data for strategic planning and effective reef management.

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Supervise laboratory experiments, tutorials, and fieldworkfor undergraduate courses.Mentorship and guidance to master's and undergraduate students in their research theses.

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Applied image detection techniques in Python, utilizing video imagery and computer vision to extract water elevation data and investigate wave behaviour over beaches and stepped seawalls.Conducted comprehensive physical and numerical experiments to study the behaviour of waves around a stepped seawall, contributing to the understanding of coastal structures and wave interaction.Assisted in the preparation of physical modelling on a wave basin for a future project with UWA.

Ciudad Del Carmen

• Conducted bathymetry surveys using side-scan sonar to map the seafloor and identify navigational hazards for various clients, including oil extraction companies.• Analyzed sonar data to create detailed bathymetry maps and reports.• Assisted in the deployment, operation, and maintenance of side-scan sonar systems to ensure proper functioning.• Conducted research on seafloor mapping and analysis of sonar data.

Mérida Y Alrededores, México

• Assessed the efficacy of various defense structures in mitigating coastal dynamics on the north coast of Yucatan as part of a coastal protection project.• Conducted fieldwork to gather data on sediment transport, wave behavior, and coastal dynamics.• Utilized Mike 21 modules for numerical modeling, predicting the effectiveness of protection structures in mitigating coastal erosion.• Collaborated closely with team members to analyze collected data and formulate recommendations for optimal protection structures.• Prepared detailed reports and delivered presentations outlining project findings and recommendations.

Mexico City Metropolitan Area

• Created and managed maps for national land records using ArcGIS and QGIS, ensuring accuracy and completeness of data.• Provided technical support for the Territorial Geolocation System, including troubleshooting and maintenance of hardware and software components.• Developed manuals for software used in the offices of the Secretary of agricultural, territorial, and urban development of Mexico (SEDATU),ensuring that users can understand and utilize the software effectively.

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Civil Engineering

• Fringing reef physical modelling of runup and overtopping. • Characterization of fringing reef hydrodynamics and analysis of the runup.

Master Of Engineering (M.Eng.), Civil Engineering

Bachelor'S Degree, Geomatics Engineering

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