Eric Tate

Eric Tate is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geographical and Sustainability Sciences at the University of Iowa, where he conducts research and teaching in flood hazards, water resources, environmental justice, and social vulnerability using spatial indicators.

Education:

• B.S. in Environmental Engineering, Rice University
• M.S. in Water Resources Engineering, University of Texas
• Ph.D. in Geography, University of South Carolina

Research Focus: Dr. Tate's work investigates critical intersections of natural hazards and societal equity through geospatial methodologies. His research analyzes flood risk distribution and water resource accessibility patterns, emphasizing how spatial indicators reveal systemic environmental injustices affecting vulnerable populations. This approach informs resilience strategies and policy frameworks aimed at reducing disparities in environmental outcomes.