Francisco Olivera

Francisco Olivera is an Associate Professor in the Zachry Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Texas A&M University, part of the College of Engineering. His research focuses on applying geographic information systems (GIS) to water resources engineering, including flood risk assessment, climate change impacts, and hydrological modeling. He holds a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin (1996).

Key research interests include hurricane surge modeling, urban hydrology, and environmental monitoring. His work integrates GIS tools with hydrological studies to address challenges in disaster resilience, transportation infrastructure vulnerability, and sustainable resource planning. Notable projects include studies on Texas watersheds, coastal wetland protection in Corpus Christi, and climate change adaptation strategies.

Olivera’s publications span over two decades, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to environmental engineering problems. His recent work explores extreme rainfall prediction, carbon sequestration potential in vegetated areas, and holistic water-energy-food nexus frameworks. He collaborates globally, including projects in Brazil and Spain, and has developed tools like ArcGIS-SWAT for hydrologic modeling.

No scientific awards are explicitly listed, but his contributions to flood risk methodologies and GIS integration are widely recognized. He leads educational initiatives, including international study abroad programs in Greece, Spain, and Peru. His research often bridges academic and applied contexts, addressing real-world challenges in environmental and civil infrastructure systems.