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Dr. Patricia Spellman is an Assistant Professor in the School of Geosciences at the University of South Florida, specializing in karst hydrogeology, island hydrology, and hydrological modeling. She holds a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from Michigan Technological University and leads multiple state-funded projects on aquifer systems.
Research expertise encompasses karst vadose zone dynamics, surface-groundwater interactions in carbonate landscapes, and sustainable water management in island environments. Current projects focus on Floridan Aquifer nitrates, Bahamian blue hole systems, and agricultural impacts on water quality.
Publications demonstrate consistent focus on karst hydrology innovations, with recent work advancing spectral analysis techniques for vadose zone characterization and multivariate statistical approaches for contamination tracking. Fieldwork spans Florida, Alaska, and Bahamian archipelago.
Grants & Projects:
- Florida DEP Springs Monitoring ($142k)
- Suwannee River WMD Projects ($67k)
- NSF RAPID Storm Response ($25k)
- Florida Fish & Wildlife Isotope Analysis ($22k)
Teaching includes Environmental Hydrology and Numerical Modeling courses. Advises 8 graduate students on topics ranging from San Salvador Island hydrology to agricultural impacts on water chemistry. Extensive field methodology expertise including cave diving and sensor deployment.
