Vasileios Kitsikoudis

Vasileios Kitsikoudis is an Assistant Professor specializing in Coastal Systems and Nature-Based Engineering. His research is centered on the intersection of hydrodynamics, environmental modeling, and ecological engineering, with a strong emphasis on sustainable solutions for flood risk and coastal resilience.

His research interests span a wide range of topics in environmental fluid mechanics and morphodynamics. Key areas include:

• Numerical modeling of urban flooding and flow distribution in complex environments
• Interaction between riparian and coastal vegetation and water flow
• Biogeomorphological processes in salt marshes and oyster reefs
• Morphological evolution of rivers under nature-based interventions
• Turbulence and scour in engineered and natural systems

His recent publications highlight a consistent focus on developing and validating numerical models using both laboratory experiments and field data. The articles reflect a strong trend toward integrating ecological components into hydraulic engineering, particularly through nature-based solutions for flood mitigation and habitat restoration.

His scientific contributions are recognized through a growing publication record and an h-index of 9 (Scopus), with over 258 citations. His work has appeared in journals such as Journal of Hydrology and Geomorphology, as well as in proceedings of major conferences like River Flow.

Vasileios Kitsikoudis is actively involved in collaborative research projects, contributing to datasets and co-authoring interdisciplinary studies. He has participated in experimental campaigns and data collection efforts in diverse environments, including urban flood models and restored oyster reefs in Florida. His work supports the advancement of sustainable and ecologically informed engineering practices.