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Marwan Hassan is a Professor in the Department of Geography within the Faculty of Arts at the University of British Columbia. His research focuses on geomorphology and hydrology, with extensive work on river systems, sediment transport, and landscape evolution. He maintains an active research program with numerous publications and collaborations across the globe, and leads the Hassan Lab which develops innovative tools like the LegoFlume for river science research.
Education:
- PhD in Geography from The Hebrew University of Jerusalem (1989)
- MSc in Geography from The Hebrew University of Jerusalem
- BA in Geography from Ben Gurion University of the Negev
Professor Hassan's research spans a wide range of topics in geomorphology and hydrology, including landscape evolution, hill-slope and channel interactions, channel stability and morphology, river sediment transport, stream ecology, and in-channel wood dynamics. His work addresses fundamental processes involving flow and sediment transport across multiple scales, from individual sediment grains to entire watersheds. His research extends beyond traditional fluvial geomorphology into urban hydrology, hyporheic flow, desert floods, water quality, and water resources management. A significant component of his research involves model development and experimental flume work to complement field observations, with a particular focus on step-pool streams as evidenced by his 18-year field observation study.
Analysis of Professor Hassan's recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on sediment dynamics in gravel-bed rivers, with particular attention to the relationships between sediment supply timing, bedload transport, and channel morphology. His work combines experimental approaches in both field and laboratory settings with theoretical modeling to understand fundamental fluvial processes. His research has practical applications in river management, restoration, and understanding the impacts of major infrastructure like dams on river systems, as demonstrated by his studies on the Three Gorges Dam and Wenchuan Earthquake impacts.
Professor Hassan leads an active research group at UBC that develops innovative methodologies for studying river systems. His lab's development of the LegoFlume represents a creative approach to experimental fluvial geomorphology. His collaborative work spans multiple countries and institutions, reflecting the global relevance of his research on river processes and management.
