Barbara A. Kleiss

Dr. Barbara Kleiss is a Research Professor at Tulane University and Coordinator of the River Science and Engineering Certificate Program. With expertise spanning river-wetland interactions and sediment budgets, her career emphasizes the Mississippi River system.

Research: Focuses on sediment dynamics, water chemistry, and restoration efficacy, including large-scale interdisciplinary programs like the USGS Mississippi Embayment assessment. Recent work evaluates ecosystem resilience and delta sustainability under changing hydrological regimes.

Leadership: Former Director of USACE's Mississippi River Geomorphology Program and Louisiana Coastal Area Science Initiative.