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Dr. Robert Thomas is a Lecturer in Geomorphology and Flood Risk within the Energy and Environment Institute at the University of Hull. He holds a BSc from the University of Nottingham and a PhD from the University of Leeds, focusing on sand-bedded braided rivers. His research integrates remote sensing, field observations, and numerical modeling to study fluvial systems, flood risk mitigation, and ecological resilience. He currently leads projects like the IMMERSE estuary management initiative and the Flood Innovation Centre, while co-leading sensor array development for sustainable drainage systems.
Dr. Thomas teaches physical sciences in the MSc Flood Risk Management program and has contributed to high-impact studies on hedgerow mapping, eel passage optimization, and leaky dam efficacy. He has secured over £900k in grant funding, including EU Interreg and NERC projects. His work bridges environmental engineering, hydrology, and ecology, emphasizing practical solutions for climate resilience and biodiversity conservation.
Notable projects include leadership roles in the Ark National Flood Resilience Centre and the EU-funded IMMERSE project. His research also explores the integration of deep learning for landscape analysis and the design of sustainable infrastructure to address anthropogenic barriers for aquatic species.
