Erin Hestir

Dr. Erin Hestir is a Professor in the Civil & Environmental Engineering department at the University of California, Merced. Her research focuses on water security and food production, biodiversity monitoring, and ecosystem services analysis through advanced geospatial technologies.

• Academic Affiliation: School of Engineering, UC Merced
• Research Expertise: Hyperspectral & Satellite Remote Sensing, Sensor Networks in Aquatic Systems
• Key Techniques: Geospatial Analytics, Environmental Modeling, Field Campaigns

Her work spans inland and coastal watersheds, emphasizing climate resilience and sustainable resource management. Recent publications highlight:

• Wildfire impacts on aquatic ecosystems
• Multi-sensor biodiversity mapping
• Cyanotoxin risk assessment via satellite
• Machine learning applications in environmental sensing
• Community-inclusive research methodologies