Gregory Dobler

Gregory Dobler is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics & Astronomy at the University of Delaware, part of the College of Arts & Sciences. He joined UD in 2019. His research bridges astrophysics and urban science, leveraging machine learning and data science to explore topics such as interstellar medium physics, particle dark matter, strong gravitational lensing, and urban energy dynamics. Dobler holds a B.S. from Haverford College and a Ph.D. from the University of Pennsylvania.

His work spans innovative applications of AI in astronomy, including automated detection of light echoes and transient phenomena, while also advancing urban studies through hyperspectral imaging of vegetation health, air quality monitoring, and magnetic field analysis of cities. Notable contributions include the development of the Urban Observatory platform for multiscale urban systems analysis and the Multi-city Urban Observatory Network.

Recent research trends emphasize interdisciplinary approaches, integrating deep learning with environmental sensing to address urban challenges like energy consumption and public health. His publications highlight collaborations across fields such as remote sensing, climate science, and smart city technologies. Dobler’s lab focuses on creating novel imaging systems and algorithmic frameworks to study complex systems, from galactic structures to urban infrastructure dynamics.