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Current Graduate Students
Information on our graduate students is provided here to facilitate communication between enrolled students as well as to inform and encourage prospective students. Photos may be of the student or of their research interest.
Russ Aicher
rpaicher@syr.edu
- Undergraduate Institute (Major):
SUNY-ESF (Environmental Studies) - Graduate Degree Sought at ESF:
M.S. - Graduate Advisor:
Professor James M. Hassett - Graduate Research Topic:
Hyperspectral Imaging of Forests - Opportunities for Classification to Species and Tree Level. - Quote on Graduate Experience:
" ERE has provided a graduate program that actively joins GIS and natural sciences and engineering."
Danielle Benati
dsbenati@syr.edu
- Undergraduate Institute (Major):
SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (Environmental Resources and Forest Engineering) - Graduate Degree Sought at ESF:
M.S. - Graduate Advisor:
Associate Professor Douglas Daley - Graduate Research Topic:
Ecological Engineering - Quote on Graduate Experience:
" My graduate experience has been one that I will never forget."
Alvin Chan
achan03@syr.edu
- Undergraduate Institute (Major):
University of Vermont (Electrical Engineering) - Graduate Degree Sought at ESF:
M.S. - Graduate Advisor:
Professor James M. Hassett - Graduate Research Topic:
Evaluation of On-Site Wastewater Treatment and Disposal Systems - Quote on Graduate Experience:
" Applied learning is where it’s at."
Doreen Bwalya Chipika
dbwalyac@syr.edu
- Undergraduate Institute (Major):
University of Zambia (Civil and Environmental Engineering) - Graduate Degree Sought at ESF:
M.S. - Graduate Advisor:
Associate Professor Chuck Kroll - Graduate Research Topic:
A regional assessment of hydrological drought in Southern Africa. - Quote on Graduate Experience:
" Profound thoughts on their way."
Dan Coyle
dccoyle@syr.edu
- Undergraduate Institute (Major):
SUNY ESF - Graduate Degree Sought at ESF:
M.S. - Graduate Advisor:
Professor James M. Hassett - Graduate Research Topic:
Analysis of Hydrologic records in the Vicinity of the Tully Valley Mud-Boils - Quote on Graduate Experience:
" Hassett, like the other ERE faculty, is an advisor that will join you in the field."
Jill Crispell
jkcrispe@syr.edu
- Undergraduate Institute (Major):
Cornell University (Biological and Environmental Engineering) - Graduate Degree Sought at ESF:
M.S. - Graduate Advisor:
Associate Professor Ted Endreny - Graduate Research Topic:
Examining river restoration techniques with ecological engineering design to enhance hyporheic exchange flow and improve environmental sustainability. - Quote on Graduate Experience:
" By the 2nd week of my first semester I was wading streams and examining ecological-hydrological linkages in the field and computer laboratory."
John Domm
jmdomm@syr.edu
- Undergraduate Institute (Major):
Rochester Instiute of Technology - Mechanical Engineering BS, 1995 - Graduate Degree Sought at ESF:
Environmental Resources Engineering MPS - Graduate Advisor:
Associate Professor Douglas Daley - Graduate Research Topic:
Environmental Management - Quote on Graduate Experience:
" Very challenging work, but very enlightening."
Mark Fabian
mwfabian@syr.edu
- Undergraduate Institute (Major):
University of Vermont (Environmental Sciences) - Graduate Degree Sought at ESF:
M.S. - Graduate Advisor:
Associate Professor Ted Endreny - Graduate Research Topic:
Surface Water Hydrology - Quote on Graduate Experience:
" It's great to be back in school after working overseas. ESF has a lot to offer in research opportunities, and a great wealth and diversity of faculty resources. I'm thoroughly excited to be here, learning great science!"
Satoshi Hirabayashi
shirabay@syr.edu
- Undergraduate Institute (Major):
Undergraduate Institute (Major): Musashi Institute of Technology (Electronics and Communication Engineering) - Graduate Degree Sought at ESF:
Ph.D - Graduate Advisor:
Associate Professor Chuck Kroll - Graduate Research Topic:
Estimating hydrologic and hydrogeologic indices with geostatistic and remote sensing techniques for prediction and estimation of low streamflow characteristics. - Quote on Graduate Experience:
" Three 'C's in my gratudate experience, comfortable, challenging, and computing."
Sean Huckins
huckinss@upstate.edu
- Undergraduate Institute (Major):
Syracuse University (Industrial Design, BID, 1989), SUNY at Buffalo (Biomaterials Science, MS, 1992) - Graduate Degree Sought at ESF:
Ph.D. - Graduate Advisor:
Professor James M. Hassett - Graduate Research Topic:
Fusion of Images for the Human Brain Opportunities for Improved Diagnostic and Surgical Interventions - Quote on Graduate Experience:
" My experience as a graduate student at the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry has been tremendously positive. The faculty, including Professor James M. Hassett, have always been exceptionally enthusiastic and supportive of my goal to explore a cross-disciplinary approach to human brain mapping as it relates to neurosurgical diagnostics and intervention. My affiliation and current program of study with SUNY ESF has always been a source of pride to me, and I am looking forward to the fact that my graduate education is not only preparing me to investigate the physical topography of the earth on which we live, but to also go spelunking into the depths of the human brain. The faculty in the mapping sciences program at SUNY ESF have not only made this possible, but have done so with sincere enthusiasm."
Nana Efua Imbeah
neimbeah@syr.edu
- Undergraduate Institute (Major):
Kwame Nkrumah University of Sci. & Tech., Ghana (Civil Engineering) - Graduate Degree Sought at ESF:
M.S. - Graduate Advisor:
Associate Professor Ted Endreny - Graduate Research Topic:
Examining the impacts of urban forests on air quality and water quality and quantity through theory and model testing in US States. The next phase may involve parameterizing the model with remotely sensed weather and land use data for international applications. - Quote on Graduate Experience:
" Within the 1st week on campus I had a supportive research environment and mentorship working with the USDA Forest Service. I sense this experience will prepare me for very big challenges."
David Kalenak
dskalena@syr.edu
- Undergraduate Institute (Major):
Institute of Optics, University of Rochester (BS/MS, Optics) - Graduate Degree Sought at ESF:
Ph.D. - Graduate Advisor:
Professor James M. Hassett - Graduate Research Topic:
Comparative Study of Optical Properties of Freshwater Lakes in Upstate New York for the Propose of Developing Remote Sensing Water Monitor Capabilities. - Quote on Graduate Experience:
" If you are perseverant in your desire to make a difference, ESF has many significant (albeit sometimes hidden) opportunities, accompanied by talented people that are sincerely willing to help you succeed."
Yinghai Ke
yke@syr.edu
- Undergraduate Institute (Major):
Environmental Science, Wuhan University - Graduate Degree Sought at ESF:
Ph.D - Graduate Advisor:
Assistant Professor Lindi Quackenbush - Graduate Research Topic:
Investigating new advances in forest species classification - Quote on Graduate Experience:
" Never give up"
Andy Lee
amlee02@syr.edu
- Undergraduate Institute (Major):
ESF (Environmental Studies, Information Technology) - Graduate Degree Sought at ESF:
M.S. - Graduate Advisor:
Associate Professor Ted Endreny - Graduate Research Topic:
Watershed Modeling - Quote on Graduate Experience:
" ESF: The Ivy League of the Environmental Field"
Li Luo
liluo@syr.edu
- Undergraduate Institute (Major):
Beijing Information Technology Institute, Information management and Information System(major), Bachelor; Peking University, Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing(major), Master Graduate Degree Graduate Degree Sought - Graduate Degree Sought at ESF:
Ph.D. - Graduate Advisor:
Assistant Professor Giorgos Mountrakis - Graduate Research Topic:
GIS, Remote Sensing - Quote on Graduate Experience:
" When something is used to its full potential it will break."
Eric Lunin
ehlunin@syr.edu
- Undergraduate Institute (Major):
University of Rochester (Mechanical Engineering) - Graduate Degree Sought at ESF:
M.P.S. - Graduate Advisor:
Professor James M. Hassett - Graduate Research Topic:
Preliminary Cost Analysis of Chilled Water system for Central New York - Quote on Graduate Experience:
" In this major I studied meteorology and aviation in the same semester!"
Jessica Martin
jsmart02@syr.edu
- Undergraduate Institute (Major):
Hobart and William Smith (Mathematics) - Graduate Degree Sought at ESF:
M.S. - Graduate Advisor:
Professor James M. Hassett - Graduate Research Topic:
Evaluation of On-Site Wastewater Treatment and Disposal Systems - Quote on Graduate Experience:
" This is a great way to apply the math skills in solving environmental problems."
Adao H. Matonse
ahmatons@syr.edu
- Undergraduate Institute (Major):
Technical University Dresden, Dresden, Germany (Physics) - Graduate Degree Sought at ESF:
Ph.D. - Graduate Advisor:
Associate Professor Chuck Kroll - Graduate Research Topic:
Development and evaluation of hillslope discharge models at a watershed scale. - Quote on Graduate Experience:
" SUNY ESF, the right place for studying and undertaking research with its dynamic environment that can bring together science, technology and society for a cleaner and more sustainable world. What an exciting experience!"
Rebecca Maurer
rmaurer@syr.edu
- Undergraduate Institute (Major):
Clarkson University (Interdisciplinary Engineering & Management) - Graduate Degree Sought at ESF:
MPS in Environmental & Resource Engineering - Graduate Advisor:
Assistant Professor Lindi Quackenbush - Graduate Research Topic:
Using GIS for bridge information - Quote on Graduate Experience:
" It is challenging going back to school while working full time, along with all of life's other commitments, but it is a rewarding experience."
Yvonne Paul
yepaul@syr.edu
- Undergraduate Institute (Major):
Geological Science; SUNY University at Buffalo - Graduate Degree Sought at ESF:
MS Environmental and Resource Engineering with a concentration Remote Sensing and Photogrammetry - Graduate Advisor:
Assistant Professor Lindi Quackenbush - Graduate Research Topic:
Estimation of Accuracy -- A Comparison of Lidar and Survey-based Measurements - Quote on Graduate Experience:
" I have thoroughly enjoyed my experience at ESF. The smaller education setting has allowed me to become involved with several opportunities that a larger university would not permit."
Eben Pendleton
- Undergraduate Institute (Major):
Juniata College (Engineering Physics and Environmental Science) - Graduate Degree Sought at ESF:
M.S. - Graduate Advisor:
Associate Professor Chuck Kroll - Graduate Research Topic:
Sustainable Water Resources - Quote on Graduate Experience:
" Its amazing what I’ve already learned in one semester; challenges, frustrations and success in an extremely supportive environment."
Caroline Romano
caromano@syr.edu
- Undergraduate Institute (Major):
SUNY ESF, BS in Environmental Resources and Forest Engineering - Graduate Degree Sought at ESF:
MS - Environmental Management - Graduate Advisor:
Associate Professor Douglas Daley - Graduate Research Topic:
Energy Balance of Alternative Landfill Cover Systems - Quote on Graduate Experience:
" I came back to ESF for a reason - it's one of the best environmental schools in the country. I'm glad I took the opportunity to continue my education to earn a Masters degree from ESF."
George Schmitt
gschmitt@morrisengineers.com
- Undergraduate Institute (Major):
ESF, FEG - Graduate Degree Sought at ESF:
M.P.S. - Graduate Advisor:
Assistant Professor Lindi Quackenbush - Graduate Research Topic:
Survey distances vs Grid coordinates - Quote on Graduate Experience:
" Course work and overall experience has been well worth it."
Kimi Schmitt
kimiksaeki@aol.com
- Undergraduate Institute (Major):
SUNY ESF (EFB) - Graduate Degree Sought at ESF:
M.P.S. - Graduate Advisor:
Assistant Professor Lindi Quackenbush - Graduate Research Topic:
Change detection of impervious land cover - Quote on Graduate Experience:
" Rewarding especially the GA experience"
Kyle Thomas
kethomas@syr.edu
- Undergraduate Institute (Major):
SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry, Syracuse, NY - Graduate Degree Sought at ESF:
Ph.D. - Graduate Advisor:
Associate Professor Ted Endreny - Graduate Research Topic:
Designing sustainable development through hydrologic model sensitivity to land use spatial heterogeneity - Quote on Graduate Experience:
" This program of study has pushed me to go beyond model application and get into designing tools for sustainable development."
Chris Travis
cdtravis@syr.edu
- Undergraduate Institute (Major):
SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry, Syracuse, NY (Biology) - Graduate Degree Sought at ESF:
M.S. - Graduate Advisor:
Associate Professor Douglas Daley - Graduate Research Topic:
Ecological Engineering - Quote on Graduate Experience:
" ESF prepares you to sustain the world."
Sowmya Venkatasubramanian
sovenkat@syr.edu
- Undergraduate Institute (Major):
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (Chemical Engineering) - Graduate Degree Sought at ESF:
M.S. - Graduate Advisor:
- Graduate Research Topic:
Ecological Engineering design of sustainable ecological systems for restoration of contaminated soil and water. - Quote on Graduate Experience:
" ESF is full of new challenges and opportunities. The first time I ever went camping was on a 48-hour stream sampling exercise for the Systems Ecology course. It was unforgettable for many reasons!"
Jida Wang
wangjida288@gmail.com
- Undergraduate Institute (Major):
Beijing Institute of Petrochemical Technology (Major Environmental Economics and Managements) - Graduate Degree Sought at ESF:
M.S. - Graduate Advisor:
Assistant Professor Giorgos Mountrakis - Graduate Research Topic:
GIS - Quote on Graduate Experience:
" A Combination of Learning and Exploring."
Jing Wang
jwang15@syr.edu
- Undergraduate Institute (Major):
Shandong University (Environmental Science) - Graduate Degree Sought at ESF:
M.S. - Graduate Advisor:
Assistant Professor Wendong Tao - Graduate Research Topic:
Partial Nitrification and Anaerobic Ammonium Oxidation in Constructed Wetlands - Quote on Graduate Experience:
" I hope my life is full of freshness and challenges."
Jiashi Wang
wangjiashi1984@hotmail.com
- Undergraduate Institute (Major):
Beijing Normal University (Geographic Information System) - Graduate Degree Sought at ESF:
M.S. - Graduate Advisor:
Assistant Professor Giorgos Mountrakis - Graduate Research Topic:
GIS - Quote on Graduate Experience:
" A very interesting and challenging experience!"
Mi Yan
myan@syr.edu
- Undergraduate Institute (Major):
Central South University(GIS, BS); Central South University (Cartography and GIS, MS) - Graduate Degree Sought at ESF:
Ph.D. - Graduate Advisor:
Associate Professor Chuck Kroll - Graduate Research Topic:
GIS and Hydrologic modeling - Quote on Graduate Experience:
" Winners never quit and quiters never win"
Wenhua Zhang
wzhang11@syr.edu
- Undergraduate Institute (Major):
Northeast Forestry University of China (Forestry) - Graduate Degree Sought at ESF:
M.S. - Graduate Advisor:
Assistant Professor Lindi Quackenbush - Graduate Research Topic:
GIS - Quote on Graduate Experience:
" It is good to make sure if you could go a little bit further before you stop."
Tian Zhou
tizhou@syr.edu
- Undergraduate Institute (Major):
Lanzhou University (Physical Geography) - Graduate Degree Sought at ESF:
Ph.D. - Graduate Advisor:
Associate Professor Ted Endreny - Graduate Research Topic:
Water Resource Engineering - Quote on Graduate Experience:
" I am obtaining a key to the unknown natural world."
Yue Zuo
yzuo@syr.edu
- Undergraduate Institute (Major):
Wuhan University (Geographic Information System) - Graduate Degree Sought at ESF:
M.S. - Graduate Advisor:
Assistant Professor Lindi Quackenbush - Graduate Research Topic:
GIS - Quote on Graduate Experience:
" I come here to bring out the secrets of nature and apply them for the happiness of man; I come here to get a friendship in the multi-cultural world and regard it as a gem of my lifetime."
