Rafael Bras

Dr. Rafael Bras is a Professor at the College of Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology, holding the K. Harrison Brown Family Chair. His work spans hydrology, environmental engineering, and earth systems science, with a focus on climate-water interactions and sustainable systems.

Education:

• Sc.D. in Water Resources and Hydrology, MIT (1975)
• M.S. in Civil Engineering, MIT (1974)
• B.S. in Civil Engineering, MIT (1972)

Research Interests include hydroclimatology, geophysics, and engineering education, particularly addressing water resource challenges and environmental sustainability. His contributions have been recognized by numerous honors from institutions like AGU, ASCE, MIT, and NASA.

Scientific Awards:

• A. J. Drexel Exceptional Achievement Award (2010)
• Horton Medal, AGU (2007)
• NASA Public Service Medal (2002)
• MIT Bronze Beaver Award (2005)
• Walter L. Huber Civil Engineering Research Prize (1993)