Hari Kandel

Hari Kandel is an Assistant Professor at Lake Superior State University (LSSU), affiliated with the School of Chemistry, Environmental, & Geosciences and School of Natural Resources, within the College of Great Lakes Ecology & Education and College of Arts & Sciences. His expertise spans environmental science, geology, and remote sensing, with a focus on interdisciplinary research addressing environmental challenges.

Education:

• Ph.D. in 2015, Florida International University
• M.S. in 2010, Bowling Green State University
• M.S. in 2007, Tribhuvan University, Nepal

Research Interests: Dr. Kandel investigates environmental contamination (e.g., uranium in groundwater, PAHs in lakes), geologic processes (e.g., shoreline delineation, sandstone provenance), and the application of remote sensing in water quality, hydrology, and land-use change analysis. His work often bridges environmental science with public health and policy, such as studying firework pollution and pandemic-driven environmental shifts.

Recent Research Trends: His articles highlight a focus on remote sensing for environmental monitoring (e.g., satellite-derived bathymetry, chlorophyll-a modeling) and interdisciplinary collaborations (e.g., local government partnerships on urban heat mitigation). He also addresses geologic hazards (e.g., uranium contamination in Michigan) and anthropogenic impacts in Nepal and the U.S.

Grants & Advising: No specific grants or advisees listed, but his work implies collaboration with governmental and environmental agencies. His research often involves fieldwork and satellite data integration.

Labs/Teams: Engaged in multi-institutional projects, particularly with local governments on environmental management and geologic surveys.