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James P McNamara is a Professor in the Department of Geosciences at Boise State University, where he leads the Watershed Research Group (WPRG). His academic focus is on hydrology, geomorphology, and hydrogeology, with extensive research in watershed processes, snow hydrology, and critical zone dynamics. He teaches courses in hydrology, hydrogeology, hydrologic analysis, and watershed hydrology.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Hydrology, University of Alaska Fairbanks (1997)
- M.S. in Hydrogeology, Syracuse University (1991)
- B.S. in Geology, Western Michigan University (1987)
Research Interests:
McNamara's research centers on understanding how water moves through watersheds and the resulting impacts on landscapes and stream environments. His work integrates field experiments and modeling to explore hydrologic partitioning, snowmelt dynamics, karst systems, and the role of the critical zone in controlling water fluxes. He is particularly interested in the rain-snow transition zone and how climate change affects water availability and ecosystem function in semiarid and mountainous regions.
Research Themes from Recent Publications:
His recent publications highlight a strong focus on integrating advanced modeling techniques—including deep learning and geophysics-informed approaches—with field observations to study snow-dominated and karst-influenced watersheds. Themes include streamflow response to warming, post-wildfire hydrology, sediment transport, and the influence of subsurface structure on hydrologic partitioning.
Students and Mentorship:
McNamara mentors a number of graduate students, including Maggi Kraft, Josh Morell, Liz Crowther, and Nate Ashead, who are actively involved in field and modeling research within the WPRG.
Contact:
Email: jmcnamar@boisestate.edu
Office: ERB 4165, Boise State University
