Ryan Morrison

Ryan Morrison is an Associate Professor in Civil and Environmental Engineering at Colorado State University, focusing on hydrodynamic interactions in river systems and watershed responses to disturbances. His research examines human impacts on river corridors and process-based restoration approaches.

Education:

• B.S. Civil Engineering, Washington State University (2005)
• M.S. Civil Engineering, Washington State University (2006)
• Ph.D. Civil Engineering, University of New Mexico (2014)

His work integrates field studies and modeling to address floodplain connectivity, post-wildfire hydrologic responses, and riparian ecosystem management. Current projects investigate flood attenuation mechanisms and climate adaptation strategies for river systems.

Recent publications focus on disturbance ecology, floodplain vegetation dynamics, and transdisciplinary research methods. Dominant themes include compound wildfire-flood impacts and ecohydrological feedbacks in managed watersheds.

Dr. Morrison serves as Associate Editor for Water Resources Research and leads NSF-funded projects on floodplain integrity. His research group conducts fieldwork across the Rocky Mountains and arid river basins.