Chiu Cheng

Chiu Cheng is a marine ecologist and researcher at HZ University of Applied Sciences, specializing in biogeomorphology and biogeochemistry of subtidal and intertidal habitats. He holds a BSc in Environmental Science (Moravian University, 2009) and an MSc in Biological Oceanography (Florida State University, 2013). His PhD (NIOZ, 2021) investigated bidirectional interactions between biotic/abiotic seafloor components and sediment dynamics. He has worked as a project leader at Wageningen Marine Research and currently serves as a coastal ecologist with the Building with Nature research group, focusing on Southwest Delta projects.

Education:

• Bachelor's in Environmental Science, Moravian University (2009)
• Master's in Biological Oceanography, Florida State University (2013)
• PhD in Marine Ecology at NIOZ (2021)

Research Interests:

Chiu's work centers on sediment-seabed interactions, including sand wave dynamics, benthic community distributions, and the impact of human-engineered measures on coastal ecosystems. His research combines field observations, hydrodynamic modeling, and sediment analysis to address challenges in coastal management and restoration.

Key Research Themes:

• Effects of sediment composition on sand ripple migration
• Biogeomorphological feedback mechanisms in tidal systems
• Evaluation of coastal engineering impacts on marine habitats

Current Projects:

He leads monitoring initiatives in the Southwest Delta, assessing dike measures' ecological impacts and optimizing sediment management strategies through the Building with Nature framework.