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Maarten van der Vegt is an Associate Professor in Physical Geography at Utrecht University's Faculty of Geosciences. His research focuses on coastal dynamics, sediment transport, and delta morphology, with a particular emphasis on tidal systems, estuaries, and human impacts on coastal environments. He leads projects like the 'Rise and Fall' initiative studying the Mekong Delta and contributes to programs such as 'Future Deltas' and 'Pathways to Sustainability.'
His work integrates computational modeling (e.g., Delft3D), field observations, and laboratory experiments to understand processes like saltwater intrusion, sediment budget changes, and tidal inlet dynamics. Recent studies include the stability of river bifurcations, cyclic channel-shoal dynamics, and the effects of sea-level rise on estuaries. He collaborates with institutions globally and advises PhD students on projects related to deltas and coastal systems.
Van der Vegt teaches courses on coastal morphodynamics, tides, and marine sciences, and actively publishes in top journals like Journal of Geophysical Research and Earth Surface Dynamics. His research has been funded by grants such as the NWO Urbanizing Deltas of the World program.
