About
Adam Pidlisecky is an Associate Professor in the Department of Earth, Energy, and Environment within the Faculty of Science at the University of Calgary. His research focuses on geophysical methods for environmental and hydrogeological applications.
Education:
- PhD Geophysics, Stanford University, 2006
- MSc Geophysics, Stanford University, 2004
- BSc (Hons) Geophysics and Geology, University of British Columbia, 2000
Research Interests: Dr. Pidlisecky specializes in developing and applying electrical resistivity methods for monitoring vadose zone processes, groundwater systems, and managed aquifer recharge. His work integrates wavelet analysis, Kalman filters, and Bayesian approaches for improved geophysical inversion and characterization of subsurface processes.
Articles Summary: His publications demonstrate extensive expertise in time-lapse electrical resistivity imaging, with applications ranging from infiltration monitoring to solute plume characterization. Recent work focuses on wavelet-based noise reduction, temperature compensation techniques, and advanced inversion algorithms.
Awards and Honors:
- Visiting Cox Professorship at Stanford University (2013)
- Environment & Engineering Geophysical Society Early Career Award (2012)
- Multiple appointments as Associate Department Head - Research (2013-2015)
- Co-director of Stanford's GEM Center (2013-2015)
Leadership: Served as Associate Department Head for Research and co-directed Stanford University's GEM Center. Holds patents for geophysical monitoring technologies including catheter tracking systems and strata assessment methods.
