معرفی
Dr. Sung-ho Hong serves as an Assistant Professor in the Earth and Environmental Sciences Department at Murray State University, Kentucky. His academic appointment includes teaching undergraduate and graduate courses such as The Earth and the Environment, Introduction to Geographic Information Sciences, Hydrology, Hydrogeology, and Application of Remote Sensing in Hydrogeology. His research leverages remote sensing technologies to address critical hydrological challenges, with a focus on evapotranspiration and soil moisture dynamics across diverse landscapes.
Dr. Hong earned his Ph.D. from the New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology.
His primary research interests include:
- Remote sensing-based estimation of evapotranspiration and soil moisture
- Spatial scaling of remote sensing data (up-scaling and down-scaling)
- Investigation of rootzone soil moisture variability
- Integration of scintillometry and eddy covariance for validation
- Applications in arid and semi-arid regions
This work contributes to improved water resource management through advanced geospatial techniques.
Dr. Hong's publication record reveals a strong emphasis on methodological advancements in remote sensing for hydrology. His work frequently addresses spatial scaling challenges, validation using ground-based measurements, and practical applications in watersheds including the Rio Grande and White Volta basins. Key themes include SEBAL algorithm development, multi-sensor data integration, and hydrological modeling improvements.
Dr. Hong has served as faculty advisor for the Korean Student Association (2009-2010) and academic advisor (2008, 2011-present). His role as CUAHSI representative (2011-present) and extensive publication record indicate active involvement in externally funded hydrological research. He is a member of professional organizations including KSEA, Soil Science Society of America, and American Geophysical Union, and has contributed to networks like the New Mexico scintillometer project.
