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Wenhong Li is a Professor of Climate in the Division of Earth and Climate Science and an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Duke University. Her research integrates climate dynamics, hydroclimatology, and environmental modeling to address global hydrological changes, climate variability, and ecosystem impacts.
Research Focus: Dr. Li investigates land-atmosphere interactions, climate model development, and hydrological responses to global warming. Key themes include:
- Climate-driven changes in water cycles and their effects on ecosystems
- Subtropical high variability and global temperature fluctuations
- Urbanization impacts on regional climates
- Coastal wetland resilience and degradation mechanisms
Publication Trends: Her recent work (2022–2025) emphasizes hydrological extremes, wetland biogeochemistry, urbanization-climate feedbacks, and advanced climate modeling techniques. Studies frequently employ remote sensing, machine learning, and regional climate simulations to analyze environmental changes across Asia and the Americas.
Awards:
- Marie Tharp Fellowship, Columbia University (2013)
Teaching & Mentoring: Dr. Li instructs courses including The Climate System and Introduction to Weather and Climate, and leads the Bass Connections Energy & Environment Research Team, fostering interdisciplinary climate research.
