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Dr. Philip Orton is a Research Associate Professor at Stevens Institute of Technology, affiliated with the Charles V. Schaefer, Jr. School of Engineering and Science and the Department of Civil, Environmental and Ocean Engineering. He specializes in coastal and urban resilience, focusing on storm surges, climate change impacts, and flood risk assessment. His work bridges academia, government, and community stakeholders to enhance coastal resilience in urban regions like New York City.
Education:
- PhD (2010), Columbia University, Physical Oceanography
- MS (1996), University of South Carolina, Marine Science
- BS (1994), University of Michigan, Physical Oceanography
Research Interests: Dr. Orton’s research emphasizes coastal flooding dynamics, estuary modeling, and climate adaptation strategies. Key areas include storm surge barriers, compound flooding analysis, and the socio-economic impacts of climate change on urban areas. His interdisciplinary approach integrates numerical modeling, field observations, and community engagement to address real-world challenges.
Grants & Awards: He has secured over 40 grants, leading 12 as principal investigator, and has published over 60 peer-reviewed articles. Notable roles include contributing author to the IPCC’s Sixth Assessment Report and membership in the New York City Panel on Climate Change (NPCC).
Labs & Teams: Leads the Coastal-Urban Resilience (CURes) Lab, which develops innovative tools like the Stevens Flood Advisory System (SFAS) for real-time flood forecasting. Collaborates with institutions such as the USGS and NOAA on projects addressing climate inequities and compound flooding risks.
