Kelly Ogden

Kelly Ogden is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering at Western University, specializing in coastal flow dynamics and their societal/environmental impacts. She earned her Ph.D. through the MIT/WHOI joint program in physical oceanography, along with an M.Math and B.A.Sc from the University of Waterloo.

• Ph.D. in Physical Oceanography (MIT/WHOI joint program)
• M.Math in Applied Mathematics (University of Waterloo)
• B.A.Sc in Mechanical Engineering (University of Waterloo)

Her research focuses on mixing processes, coastal wave dynamics, and hydraulic systems, particularly how these affect tidal energy extraction, ecosystem health, and contaminant dispersion in marine environments. She previously worked as a post-doctoral associate at MIT.