Brian Hunt

Brian Hunt is a Research Scientist Associate IV at the Bureau of Economic Geology, University of Texas at Austin, focusing on geologic mapping and hydrogeology in Central and West Texas. Since joining BEG in 2020, he has leveraged over 20 years of experience in groundwater availability, sustainability, and aquifer management.

• Geologic and structure mapping
• Aquifer characterization and groundwater sustainability
• Academic affiliation: University of Texas at Austin

Education:

• M.Sc. Geological Sciences, The University of Texas at Austin (2000)
• B.S. Geological Sciences, The University of Texas at Austin (1996)

Brian’s research integrates geologic/structure mapping, stratigraphy, geochemistry, geophysics, and numerical modeling to address groundwater resource challenges. His work emphasizes cross-disciplinary methods to evaluate aquifer systems and water availability in Texas.

Scientific Awards:

• Best Published Paper, 2016 (3rd place) Grover E. Murray Award, GCAGS Transactions
• Best Published Paper, 2012 (2nd place) Grover E. Murray Award, GCAGS Transactions