Xi Chen

Xi Chen is an Associate Professor specializing in hydrology, water resources, and environmental modeling. His research integrates physical geography, climate science, and environmental engineering to assess water systems under changing environmental conditions. Key investigations include climate change impacts on watershed hydrology, urban flooding dynamics, and sustainable water management strategies.

Research employs advanced geospatial analytics, hydrological modeling, and remote sensing to study flood mitigation, land-use impacts, and water quality. Current projects evaluate nature-based solutions for climate resilience in Midwestern landscapes through EPA-funded collaborations.

Dr. Chen holds a Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering (University of Central Florida, 2014) and publishes extensively in hydrology journals. Recent articles analyze spatiotemporal patterns of urban flooding, water balance under climate variability, and sustainable agricultural water practices.