Yu Zhang

Yu Zhang is Professor of Civil Engineering at UT Arlington, specializing in water systems resilience. His NOAA and NASA-funded research develops predictive models for flood risks, drought impacts, and coastal infrastructure vulnerabilities. He directs projects exceeding $2M in funding.

Research Focus: Zhang integrates satellite data with hydrologic models to forecast extreme weather impacts. His work supports reservoir operations and climate adaptation planning across Texas, emphasizing marginalized communities' vulnerability.

Teaching: Courses include Remote Sensing in Hydrometeorology and Advanced Hydrology, training students in geospatial analysis and climate modeling techniques.

Professional Service: Associate Editor for Journal of Hydrometeorology and active contributor to NASA precipitation measurement initiatives.