James L. Best

James L. Best is a Professor at the University of Illinois. He is affiliated with the Geography and Geology departments, teaching courses such as GEOG 222 (Big Rivers of the World), GEOL 415 (Field Geology), GEOL 440 (Sedimentology and Stratigraphy), and advanced courses in field geology and coastal systems. His research focuses on fluvial processes, sediment transport, and Earth surface dynamics.

• Recent courses taught: GEOG 222, GEOL 415, GEOL 440, GEOL 515, GEOL 593
• Contact: (217) 244-1839 | jimbest@illinois.edu