Lillian Hess Tanguay

Lillian Hess Tanguay is an Associate Professor of Geology in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Long Island University (LIU). Her academic work centers on sedimentary geology, coastal processes, and petroleum geology, with extensive research on barrier beach systems and carbonate reservoir characterization.

Research Interests: Her specialties include Coastal Processes, Oceanography, Petroleum Geology, Petrophysics, and Sedimentary Geology. She investigates the impacts of storms and human engineering on coastal sediment budgets, particularly on Long Island’s barrier beaches. Her work also delves into the petrophysical properties of carbonate reservoirs, utilizing mercury porosimetry and capillary pressure analysis to understand pore structure and reservoir efficiency.

Publication Trends: Over her career, her research has evolved from field-based coastal studies to advanced petrophysical analysis of hydrocarbon reservoirs. Her publications reflect a strong interdisciplinary approach, combining sedimentology, engineering geology, and digital tools such as GIS and iPad-based field applications. Much of her work focuses on the Rockaway Peninsula and the Ordovician Red River Formation, demonstrating long-term thematic consistency.

• Scientific Awards: No awards mentioned in the provided text.

Advising and Grants: There is no information available regarding students advised or grants received. However, her collaborative publications suggest involvement in multidisciplinary research teams and potential grant-funded projects, particularly in coastal and petroleum geology.

Labs and Teams: While specific lab affiliations are not stated, her use of GIS, mercury porosimetry, and digital field tools implies engagement with geoscience laboratories and technical research groups at LIU or through external collaborations.