Ph.D. in Geology from University of Pittsburgh, 2009
M.S. in Geological Science from University of South Carolina, 2002
B.S. in Environmental Science from University of Toledo, 1999
Stephen Scheidt
(ASSOCIATE RESEARCH SCIENTIST)
| Email: | stephen.scheidt@nasa.gov |
| Phone: | 301.286.1111 |
| Org Code: | 698 |
| Address: |
NASA/GSFC Mail Code 698 Greenbelt, MD 20771 |
| Employer: | UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND AT COLLEGE PARK |
Education
Selected Publications
Refereed
2025. "Improving quantitative ventifact analysis for climate investigations using the Dyngjusandur sandsheet in Iceland as a planetary analogue." Journal of the Geological Society [https://doi.org/10.1144/jgs2024-173] [Journal Article/Letter]
2025. "Mapping fluvial valleys on the flanks of Alba Mons: Implications for Amazonian watershed development in northern Tharsis, Mars." Earth and Space Science [https://doi.org/10.1029/2024EA003967] [Journal Article/Letter]
2024. "Mapping Ice Buried by the 1875 and 1961 Tephra of Askja Volcano, Northern Iceland Using Ground‐Penetrating Radar: Implications for Askja Caldera as a Geophysical Testbed for In Situ Resource Utilization." Journal of Geophysical Research: Planets 129 (4): [10.1029/2023je007834] [Journal Article/Letter]
2024. "Degradation of the 2014–2015 Holuhraun vent-proximal edifice in Iceland." Bulletin of Volcanology 86 (4): 37 [10.1007/s00445-024-01709-9] [Journal Article/Letter]
2022. "Meteorological and geological controls on dust devil activity: Initial results from a field study at Smith Creek Valley, Nevada, USA." Aeolian Research 59 100831 [10.1016/j.aeolia.2022.100831] [Journal Article/Letter]
2022. "Vikrahraun—the 1961 basaltic lava flow eruption at Askja, Iceland: morphology, geochemistry, and planetary analogs." Earth, Planets and Space 74 (1): 168 [10.1186/s40623-022-01711-5] [Journal Article/Letter]
2022. "Distribution and Morphology of Lava Tube Systems on the Western Flank of Alba Mons, Mars." Journal of Geophysical Research: Planets 127 (6): [10.1029/2022je007263] [Journal Article/Letter]
2021. "Solid as a rock: Tectonic control of graben extension and dike propagation." Geology 50 (3): 260-265 [10.1130/g49406.1] [Journal Article/Letter]
2021. "Surface roughness characterization of the 2014–2015 Holuhraun lava flow-field in Iceland: implications for facies mapping and remote sensing." Bulletin of Volcanology 83 (12): 82 [10.1007/s00445-021-01499-4] [Journal Article/Letter]
2021. "Geomorphological characterization of the 2014–2015 Holuhraun lava flow-field in Iceland." Journal of Volcanology and Geothermal Research 419 107278 [10.1016/j.jvolgeores.2021.107278] [Journal Article/Letter]
2020. "TagSeq for gene expression in non‐model plants: A pilot study at the Santa Rita Experimental Range NEON core site." Applications in Plant Sciences 8 (11): [10.1002/aps3.11398] [Journal Article/Letter]
2020. "Assessing Lava Flow Subpixel Surface Roughness and Particle Size Distribution for Improved Thermal Inertia Interpretations." Remote Sensing 12 (18): 2914 [10.3390/rs12182914] [Journal Article/Letter]
2020. "Lava‐Rise Plateaus and Inflation Pits in the McCartys Lava Flow Field, New Mexico: An Analog for Pāhoehoe‐Like Lava Flows on Planetary Surfaces." Journal of Geophysical Research: Planets 125 (7): [10.1029/2019je005975] [Journal Article/Letter]
2019. "Landscape evolution associated with the 2014–2015 Holuhraun eruption in Iceland." Journal of Volcanology and Geothermal Research 387 106652 [10.1016/j.jvolgeores.2019.07.019] [Journal Article/Letter]
2018. "The Incorporation of Field Portable Instrumentation Into Human Planetary Surface Exploration." Earth and Space Science 5 24 [10.1029/2018ea000378] [Journal Article/Letter]
2018. "Episodes of Aqueous Flooding and Effusive Volcanism Associated With Hrad Vallis, Mars." Journal of Geophysical Research: Planets 123 (6): 1484-1510 [10.1029/2018je005543] [Journal Article/Letter]
2017. "Automated detection of geological landforms on Mars using Convolutional Neural Networks." Computers & Geosciences 101 48-56 [10.1016/j.cageo.2016.12.015] [Journal Article/Letter]
2016. "Aerodynamic roughness height for gravel-mantled megaripples, with implications for wind profiles near TARs on Mars." Icarus 266 306-314 [10.1016/j.icarus.2015.11.008] [Journal Article/Letter]
2014. "Compact and inexpensive kite apparatus for geomorphological field aerial photography, with some remarks on operations." GeoResJ 3-4 1-8 [10.1016/j.grj.2014.06.001] [Journal Article/Letter]
2014. "Precision topography of a reversing sand dune at Bruneau Dunes, Idaho, as an analog for Transverse Aeolian Ridges on Mars." Icarus 230 29-37 [10.1016/j.icarus.2013.08.004] [Journal Article/Letter]
2013. "The application of COSI-Corr to determine dune system dynamics in the southern Namib Desert using ASTER data." Earth Surface Processes and Landforms 38 (9): 1004-1019 [10.1002/esp.3383] [Journal Article/Letter]
2012. "Hesperian Age for Western Medusae Fossae Formation, Mars." Science 336 (6089): 1683-1683 [10.1126/science.1221094] [Journal Article/Letter]
2011. "Eolian dynamics and sediment mixing in the Gran Desierto, Mexico, determined from thermal infrared spectroscopy and remote-sensing data." Geological Society of America Bulletin 123 (7-8): 1628-1644 [10.1130/b30338.1] [Journal Article/Letter]
2010. "Determining soil moisture and sediment availability at White Sands Dune Field, New Mexico, from apparent thermal inertia data." Journal of Geophysical Research: Earth Surface 115 (F2): [10.1029/2009jf001378] [Journal Article/Letter]
2009. "Changes in active eolian sand at northern Coachella Valley, California." Geomorphology 105 (3-4): 277-290 [10.1016/j.geomorph.2008.10.004] [Journal Article/Letter]
2008. "Radiometric normalization and image mosaic generation of ASTER thermal infrared data: An application to extensive sand sheets and dune fields." Remote Sensing of Environment 112 (3): 920-933 [10.1016/j.rse.2007.06.020] [Journal Article/Letter]
Non-Refereed
2022. "Building Lunar Maps for Terrain Relative Navigation and Hazard Detection Applications." AIAA SCITECH 2022 Forum [10.2514/6.2022-0356] [Proceedings]
2021. "The Importance of Field Studies for Closing Key Knowledge Gaps in Planetary Science." Vol. 53, Issue 4 (Planetary/Astrobiology Decadal Survey Whitepapers) 53 (4): [10.3847/25c2cfeb.0a087f9f] [Other]
Talks, Presentations and Posters
Invited
Sensitivity of the automatic determination of sand transport direction and rate to dune morphology
2010
Scheidt, S.P., & Lancaster, N. (2010, December 13-17). Sensitivity of the automatic determination of sand transport direction and rate to dune morphology [Invited Poster Presentation, Abstract EP51A-0533]. Fall Meeting of the American Geophysical Union, San Francisco, CA. American Geophysical Union. https://abstractsearch.agu.org/meetings/2010/FM/EP51A-0533.html
Other
Terrestrial demonstration of orbital mapping and validation capabilities over a lunar surface analog
February 2025
Scheidt, S.P., Alexandrov, O., Ansar, A., Beyer, R., Cheng, Y., Gnam, C., Liounis, A., & Maureci, C. (2025, January 31-February 5). Terrestrial demonstration of orbital mapping and validation capabilities over a lunar surface analog [Paper Presentation, Abstract AAS-25-142]. 47th Annual AAS Guidance, Navigation and Control (GN&C) Conference, Breckenridge, CO. American Astronomical Society, Rocky Mountain Section. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/20250000906.
Analog fieldwork at Kilbourne Hole: a concept of operations for low altitude lunar remote sensing by astronauts
August 2024
Scheidt, S.P., Espino, A., Hurtado, J., Sweeney, T., Whelley, P.L., Young, K.E., & Glotch, T.D. (2024, July 23-25). Analog fieldwork at Kilbourne Hole: a concept of operations for low altitude lunar remote sensing by astronauts [Poster Presentation, Abstract]. NASA Exploration Science Forum, St. Louis, MO. NASA Solar System Exploration Research Virtual Institute (SSERVI).
UAV surveys of inflated pahoehoe lava flows: analyses of terrestrial analogs for the interpretation of orbital observations of Mars
November 2023
Scheidt, S.P., Crown, C.A., Ruff, S.W., Rice, J.W., & Chuang, F.C. (2023, October 15-18). UAV surveys of inflated pahoehoe lava flows: analyses of terrestrial analogs for the interpretation of orbital observations of Mars [Poster Presentation, Abstract Paper No. 113-4]. Geological Society of America Annual Meeting, Pittsburgh, PA. Abstracts with Programs, 55(6). The Geological Society of America. https://gsa.confex.com/gsa/2023AM/webprogram/Paper394366.html
Sharpening our tools: building lander-scale synthetic DEMs using analogs to prepare for exploration at the lunar south pole
August 2023
Scheidt, S.P., Hudziak, S.X., Sweeny, T., Restrepo, C.I., Richardson, J.A., Barker, M.K., Petro, N.E., Hurtado, J., Whelley, P.L., Young, K., & Glotch, T.D. (2023, July17-20). Sharpening our tools: building lander-scale synthetic DEMs using analogs to prepare for exploration at the lunar south pole [Poster Presentation, Abstract]. NASA Exploration Science Forum, College Park, MD. NASA Solar System Exploration Research Virtual Institute (SSERVI).
Mapping fluvial systems on martian volcanoes: investigating of Alba Mons and Amphitrites Patera
April 2023
Scheidt, S.P., Crown, D.A., Berman, D.C., Williams, D.A., & Bernhardt, H. (2023, March 13-17). Mapping fluvial systems on martian volcanoes: investigating of Alba Mons and Amphitrites Patera [Poster Presentation, Abstract 2872]. 54th Lunar and Planetary Science Conference (LPSC LIV), Houston, TX. LPI Contributions No. 2806. Lunar and Planetary Institute. https://www.hou.usra.edu/meetings/lpsc2023/pdf/2872.pdf
Illuminating the invisible: a planetary exploration strategy in a lava tube at Mauna Loa, Hawaii: Ultraviolet-induced fluorescence imaging
April 2023
Scheidt, S.P., Morse, Z., Bower, D.M., Achilles, C., & Theiling, B.P. (2023, March 13-17). Illuminating the invisible: a planetary exploration strategy in a lava tube at Mauna Loa, Hawaii: Ultraviolet-induced fluorescence imaging [Poster Presentation, Abstract 2786]. 54th Lunar and Planetary Science Conference (LPSC LIV), Houston, TX. LPI Contributions No. 2806. Lunar and Planetary Institute. https://www.hou.usra.edu/meetings/lpsc2023/pdf/2786.pdf
Application of Earth-analog sites for lunar simulated digital elevation models
November 2022
Scheidt, S.P., Hudziak, S.X., Richardson, J.A., Barker, M.K., Petro, N.E., Restrepo, C.I., & Mazarico, E. (2022, October 10-12). Application of Earth-analog sites for lunar simulated digital elevation models [Poster Presentation, Abstract Paper SIW22-24]. 3rd Space Imaging Workshop, Atlanta, GA. NASA Goddard Space Flight Center. https://seal.ae.gatech.edu/sites/default/files/2022-10/SIW22-24.pdf
Application of Earth-analog sites for lunar simulated digital terrain models
August 2021
Scheidt, S.P., Richardson, J.A., Barker, M.K., Petro, N.E., Restrepo, C.I., Mazarico, E., Kerber, L., & Hudziak, S.X. (2021, July 20-23). Application of Earth-analog sites for lunar simulated digital terrain models [Poster Presentation, Abstract]. Joint NASA Exploration Science Forum and European Lunar Symposium, [Virtual]. NASA Solar System Exploration Research Virtual Institute (SSERVI).
Field and remote sensing investigations of volcanic embayment relationships in terrestrial analogues for application to Mars
July 2021
Scheidt, S.P., Crown, D.A., Ruff, S.W., Rice, J.W., & Chuang, F.C. (2021, June 16–18). Field and remote sensing investigations of volcanic embayment relationships in terrestrial analogues for application to Mars [Poster Presentation, Abstract 8028]. Workshop on Terrestrial Analogs for Planetary Exploration, [Virtual]. LPI Contributions No. 2595. Lunar and Planetary Institute. https://www.hou.usra.edu/meetings/terrestrialanalogs2021/pdf/8028.pdf
Integration of low altitude aerial systems data into field operations for planetary analog surface exploration
August 2020
Scheidt, S.P., Young, K.E., Edwards, CS, Hurtado, J.M., Horchler, A.D., & Glotch, T.D. (2020, July 8-10). Integration of low altitude aerial systems data into field operations for planetary analog surface exploration [Poster Presentation, Abstract]. 7th Annual NASA Exploration Science Forum, [Virtual]. NASA Solar System Exploration Research Virtual Institute (SSERVI).
Grain-scale field documentation of aeolian terrestrial analogs using stereophotgrammetery of megaripples at Great Sand Dunes
June 2020
Scheidt, S.P., Zimbelman, J.A., & Baker, M.M. (2020, May 12-15). Grain-scale field documentation of aeolian terrestrial analogs using stereophotgrammetery of megaripples at Great Sand Dunes [Poster Presentation, Abstract 3043]. Sixth International Planetary Dunes Workshop, [Virtual]. LPI Contributions No. 2188. Lunar and Planetary Institute. https://www.hou.usra.edu/meetings/dunes2020/pdf/3043.pdf
Distribution and morphology of valley networks on the flanks of Alba Mons, Mars
April 2019
Scheidt, S.P., Crown, D.A., & Berman, D.C. (2019, March 18-22). Distribution and morphology of valley networks on the flanks of Alba Mons, Mars [Poster Presentation, Abstract 2014]. 50th Lunar and Planetary Science Conference (LPSC L), Houston, TX. LPI Contributions No. 2132. Lunar and Planetary Institute. https://www.hou.usra.edu/meetings/lpsc2019/pdf/2014.pdf
Topographic analysis of the flanks of Alba Mons using MOLA DEMs
2018
Scheidt, S.P., & Crown, D.A. (2018, December 10-14). Topographic analysis of the flanks of Alba Mons using MOLA DEMs [Poster Presentation, Abstract P31I-3824]. Fall Meeting of the American Geophysical Union, Washington, DC. American Geophysical Union. https://abstractsearch.agu.org/meetings/2018/FM/P31I-3824.html
Topographic analyses of valley networks and volcanic ridges on the flanks of Alba Mons, Mars
April 2018
Scheidt, S.P., Crown, D.A., & Berman, D.C. (2018, March 19-23). Topographic analyses of valley networks and volcanic ridges on the flanks of Alba Mons, Mars [Poster Presentation, Abstract 1570]. 49th Lunar and Planetary Science Conference (LPSC XLIX), Houston, TX. LPI Contributions No. 2083. Lunar and Planetary Institute. https://www.hou.usra.edu/meetings/lpsc2018/pdf/1570.pdf
Anatomy of streamlined volcanic islands using multi-view stereophotogrammetry, Kilauea volcano, Hawaii
September 2017
Scheidt, S.P., Bleacher, J.E., Hamilton, C.W., Whelley, P.L., Garry, W.B., Voigt, J., & Sutton, S.S. (2017, August 14-18). Anatomy of streamlined volcanic islands using multi-view stereophotogrammetry, Kilauea volcano, Hawaii [Poster Presentation, Abstract 924]. IAVCEI Scientific Assembly, Fostering Integrative Studies of Volcanoes, Portland, OR. 970. International Association of Volcanology and Chemistry of the Earth's Interior. http://iavcei2017.org/IAVCEI%202017%20Abstracts.pdf
Remote sensing analysis of Askja pumice megaripples in the Vikursundar, Iceland as an analog for martian transverse aeolian ridges
June 2017
Scheidt, S.P., Bonnefoy, L.E., Sutton, S., Whelley, P.L., Hamilton, C.W., & deWet, A.P. (2017, May 19-22). Remote sensing analysis of Askja pumice megaripples in the Vikursundar, Iceland as an analog for martian transverse aeolian ridges [Poster Presentation, Abstract 3020]. Fifth International Planetary Dunes Workshop: From the bottom of the oceans to the outer limits of the solar system, St. George, Utah. LPI Contributions No. 1961. Lunar and Planetary Institute. https://www.hou.usra.edu/meetings/dunes2017/pdf/3020.pdf
The Kilauea 1974 flow: quantitative morphometry of lava flows using low altitude aerial image data using a kite-based platform in the field
2015
Scheidt, S.P., Whelley, P.L., Hamilton, C.W., Bleacher, J.E., & Garry, W.B. (2015, December 14-18). The Kilauea 1974 flow: quantitative morphometry of lava flows using low altitude aerial image data using a kite-based platform in the field [Poster Presentation, Abstract P24A-08]. Fall Meeting of the American Geophysical Union, San Francisco, CA. American Geophysical Union. https://abstractsearch.agu.org/meetings/2015/FM/P24A-08.html
Automated detection of transverse aeolian ridges on Mars using convolutional neural networks and a field-based terrestrial orthoimage training set
June 2015
Scheidt, S.P., Palafox, L.F., Hamilton, C.W., & Zimbelman, J.R. (2015, May 19-22). Automated detection of transverse aeolian ridges on Mars using convolutional neural networks and a field-based terrestrial orthoimage training set [Poster Presentation, Abstract 8047]. Fourth International Planetary Dunes Workshop: Integrating Models, Remote Sensing and Field Data, Boise, ID. LPI Contributions No. 1843. Lunar and Planetary Institute. https://www.hou.usra.edu/meetings/dunes2015/pdf/8047.pdf
Generation of ultrahigh spatial resolution digital terrain models for a Martian lava flow Analog from Kilauea Volcano, Hawaii
April 2015
Scheidt, S.P., & Hamilton, C.W. (2015, March 16-20). Generation of ultrahigh spatial resolution digital terrain models for a Martian lava flow Analog from Kilauea Volcano, Hawaii [Poster Presentation, Abstract 1055]. 46th Lunar and Planetary Science Conference (LPSC XLVI), Houston, TX. Lunar and Planetary Institute. https://www.hou.usra.edu/meetings/lpsc2015/pdf/1055.pdf
Gravel-mantled aeolian bedforms from Mono-Inyo Domes, California, USA: Morphology, Characteristics, and Relevance to Mars
April 2015
Scheidt, S.P., & Zimbelman, J.R. (2015, March 16-20). Gravel-mantled aeolian bedforms from Mono-Inyo Domes, California, USA: Morphology, Characteristics, and Relevance to Mars [Poster Presentation, Abstract 1056]. 46th Lunar and Planetary Science Conference (LPSC XLVI), Houston, TX. Lunar and Planetary Institute. https://www.hou.usra.edu/meetings/lpsc2015/pdf/1056.pdf
Lava-Rise plateaus and inflation pits within the McCartys Flow, New Mexico
April 2014
Scheidt, S.P., Hamilton, C.W., Zimbelman, J.R., Bleacher, J.E., Garry, W.B., de Wet, A.P., & Crumpler, L.S. (2014, March 17-21). Lava-Rise plateaus and inflation pits within the McCartys Flow, New Mexico [Poster Presentation, Abstract 1491]. 45th Lunar and Planetary Science Conference (LPSC XLV), Houston, TX. Lunar and Planetary Institute. https://www.hou.usra.edu/meetings/lpsc2014/pdf/1491.pdf
Multiview stereo photogrammetry of Mars aeolian analogs
April 2014
Scheidt, S.P., Zimbelman, J.R., & Johnson, MB (2014, March 17-21). Multiview stereo photogrammetry of Mars aeolian analogs [Poster Presentation, Abstract 1446]. 45th Lunar and Planetary Science Conference (LPSC XLV), Houston, TX. Lunar and Planetary Institute. https://www.hou.usra.edu/meetings/lpsc2014/pdf/1446.pdf
Sand composition and dune migration rates from ASTER data
July 2012
Scheidt, S.P. (2012, June 12-15). Sand transport pathways of dark dunes in the Sperrgebiet: Sand composition and dune migration rates from ASTER data [Poster Presentation, Abstract 7051]. Third International Planetary Dunes Workshop: Remote Sensing and Image Analysis of Planetary Dunes, Flagstaff, AZ. Lunar and Planetary Institute. https://www.lpi.usra.edu/meetings/dunes2012/pdf/7051.pdf
Preliminary Geologic Map of the MC-16 NW Quadrangle, Mars: Subdivisions of the lower and middle members of the Medusae Fossae Formation
April 2011
Scheidt, S.P., & Zimbelman, J.R. (2011, March 7-11). Preliminary Geologic Map of the MC-16 NW Quadrangle, Mars: Subdivisions of the lower and middle members of the Medusae Fossae Formation [Poster Presentation, Abstract 2631]. 42nd Lunar and Planetary Science Conference (LPSC XLII), Houston, TX. Lunar and Planetary Institute. https://www.lpi.usra.edu/meetings/lpsc2011/pdf/2631.pdf
The Composition of Puna Gravel Ripple Fields: A terrestrial analog from TIR remote-sensing and Spectroscopy
April 2011
Scheidt, S.P., de Silva, S.L., Zimbelman, J.R., Bridges, N.T., Spagnuolo, M.G., & Viramonte, J.G. (2011, March 7-11). The Composition of Puna Gravel Ripple Fields: A terrestrial analog from TIR remote-sensing and Spectroscopy [Poster Presentation, Abstract 2706]. 42nd Lunar and Planetary Science Conference (LPSC XLII), Houston, TX. Lunar and Planetary Institute. https://www.lpi.usra.edu/meetings/lpsc2011/pdf/2706.pdf
Spatial patterns of sand composition in the Gran Desierto, MX determined from thermal infrared spectroscopy and ASTER remote sensing data
November 2010
Scheidt, S.P., Lancaster, N., & Ramsey, M.S. (2010, October 31-November 3). Spatial patterns of sand composition in the Gran Desierto, MX determined from thermal infrared spectroscopy and ASTER remote sensing data [Oral Presentation, Abstract Paper No. 170-6]. Geological Society of America Annual Meeting, Denver, CO. Abstracts with Programs, 42(5), pp. 416. The Geological Society of America. https://gsa.confex.com/gsa/2010AM/webprogram/Paper179703.html
Sensitivity of automatic determination of sand transport direction and rate to dune morphology in the Namib Sand Sea
June 2010
Scheidt, S.P., & Lancaster, N. (2010, May 18-21). Sensitivity of automatic determination of sand transport direction and rate to dune morphology in the Namib Sand Sea [Poster Presentation, Abstract 2024]. Second International Planetary Dunes Workshop: Planetary Analogs-Integrating Models, Remote Sensing and Field Data, Alamosa, CO. Lunar and Planetary Institute. https://www.lpi.usra.edu/meetings/dunes2010/pdf/2024.pdf
Sand composition of the Gran Desierto: A terrestrial analogue for thermal infrared imaging and spectroscopy techniques
June 2010
Scheidt, S.P., Lancaster, N., & Ramsey, M.S. (2010, May 18-21). Sand composition of the Gran Desierto: A terrestrial analogue for thermal infrared imaging and spectroscopy techniques [Poster Presentation, Abstract 2010]. Second International Planetary Dunes Workshop: Planetary Analogs-Integrating Models, Remote Sensing and Field Data, Alamosa, CO. Lunar and Planetary Institute. https://www.lpi.usra.edu/meetings/dunes2010/pdf/2010.pdf
Thermal remote sensing of sand transport systems
May 2008
Scheidt, S.P., Ramsey, M.S., & Lancaster, N. (2008, April 28-May 2). Thermal remote sensing of sand transport systems [Poster Presentation, Abstract 7041]. Planetary Dunes Workshop: A Record of Climate Change, Alamogordo, NM. LPI Contributions No. 1403. Lunar and Planetary Institute. https://www.lpi.usra.edu/meetings/dunes2008/pdf/7041.pdf
Fusion of multitemporal/multispectral satellite data for the Gran Desierto: Implications for long distance sand transport
August 2006
Scheidt, S.P., Ramsey, M.S., & Lancaster, N. (2006, July 24–26). Fusion of multitemporal/multispectral satellite data for the Gran Desierto: Implications for long distance sand transport [Poster Presentation, Abstract]. Sixth International Conference on Aeolian Research Meeting (ICAR), University of Guelph, Ontario, Canada. International Society for Aeolian Research.
Positions/Employment
Visiting Associate Research Scientist
University of Maryland - Greenbelt, MD
February 2023 - Present
Associate Research Scientist
Howard University, Goddard Space Flight Center - Greenbelt, MD
January 2020 - February 2023
Conducted fundamental research on aeolian and volcanic systems utilizing remote sensing, computer vision, stereophotogrammetry and field methods. Utilization of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) for the production of digital terrain models and orthoimage mosaics.
Associate Research Scientist
Planetary Science Institute - Tucson, AZ
August 2018 - Present
Geological mapping of Alba Mons, focusing on vocanic tube systems and valley networks. Geological field work to map lava flows utilizing unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Geological fieldwork and computer vision applications to tracking dust devils in the field utilizing stereophotogrammetry.
Consultant
Southeastern University Research Association Goddard Space Flight Center - Greenbelt, MD
June 2019 - December 2019
Conducted fundamental research on aeolian and volcanic systems utilizing remote sensing, computer vision, stereophotogrammetry and field methods. Utilization of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) for the production of digital terrain models and orthoimage mosaics.
Adjunct Instructor
Community College of Baltimore County - Catonsville, MD
January 2019 - December 2019
Taught introductory courses on 3D design and digital fabrication methods, such as laser cutting, 3D printing and CNC milling. Supervised activities in the Fab Lab part time.
Associate Staff Scientist
Lunar and Planetary Laboratory University of Arizona - Tucson, AZ
October 2015 - August 2018
Conducted fundamental research on aeolian and volcanic systems utilizing remote sensing, computer vision, stereophotogrammetry and field methods. Utilization of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) for the production of digital terrain models and orthoimage mosaics.
Postdoctoral Scientist
Lunar and Planetary Laboratory University of Arizona - Tucson, AZ
October 2014 - October 2015
Conducted fundamental research on aeolian and volcanic systems utilizing remote sensing, computer vision, stereophotogrammetry and field methods. Utilization of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) for the production of digital terrain models and orthoimage mosaics.
Postdoctoral Scientist
Center for Earth and Planetary Studies (CEPS) Smithsonian Institution - Washington, DC
September 2010 - September 2014
Conducted fundamental research on aeolian and volcanic systems utilizing remote sensing, computer vision, stereophotogrammetry and field methods. Geological mapping of the Medusae Fossae Formation on Mars.
Adjunct Geology Instructor
Northern Virginia Community College - Alexandria, VA
August 2013 - May 2014
Taught introductory and historical geology courses.
Lead Imagery Scientist
BAE Systems, Inc - McLean, VA
July 2012 - February 2013
Analyzed and reported findings on hyperspectral remote sensing image data in a production environment.
Postdoctoral Research Scientist
Desert Research Institute - Reno, NV
January 2010 - September 2010
Conducted fundamental research on aeolian systems utilizing thermal infrared remote sensing methods.
Research and Teaching Assistant
University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh, PA
June 2004 - December 2009
Conducted fundamental research on aeolian systems utilizing thermal infrared remote sensing, laboratory and field methods. Taught laboratory courses for introductory geology and advance remote sensing laboratories.
Geoscientist
Shield Environmental - Monroeville, PA
March 2002 - April 2004
Conducted fieldwork for hydrologic groundwater contamination monitoring and compliance.
Geologist
Research Planning, Inc - Columbia, SC
August 2002 - March 2003
Filled a variety of roles on a field team conducting shoreline surveys (littoral zone) in the Persian Gulf. These included GPS technician, biologist, geology and field team supervisor.
Research and Teaching Assistant
University of South Carolina - Columbia, SC
August 1999 - August 2002
Conducted fundamental research on the environmental impact of atmospheric mercury deposition in the southeastern U.S. Taught laboratory classes for introductory geology courses.
Awards
2017, 1st Place Aware for 3D-carved Mars topography in the Art of Planetary Science at LPL
2015, 3rd Place Award for aerial photography entry in the Art of Planetary Science at LPL
2011, Postdoctoral “Charles Lindbergh” Fellowship, Smithsonian Institution, CEPS
2006–2009, NASA Earth System Science (ESS) Graduate Student Fellowship Award Recipient
2006, Best Poster Contribution, ASGSO Grad Expo, University of Pittsburgh
1999, Fall Tuition Scholarship, Sustainable Universities Initiative, University of South Carolina
1999, Ohio Capital Scholar, The Washington Center for Internships and Academic Seminars