David Furbish

David Furbish is a Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Professor of Earth and Environmental Sciences at Vanderbilt University, affiliated with the School of Engineering. He holds dual academic appointments, reflecting his interdisciplinary research in hydrology, geomorphology, and fluid mechanics. His work bridges civil engineering and earth sciences, focusing on water dynamics, landscape evolution, and fluid flow processes.

He earned a Ph.D. from the University of Colorado, an M.S. from California State University, and a B.S. from the University of North Carolina.

Research interests include the interplay between fluid mechanics and geological processes, with applications to environmental sustainability and geophysical systems. His studies explore sediment transport, river dynamics, and the mathematical modeling of geomorphic systems.

No specific articles, awards, grants, or advising details are provided in the text. His office is located in SC5717A Science & Engr. Bldg., and he can be reached at (615)322-2976.