Jan Boll
PROFESSOR
Civil and Environmental Engineering
INTERIM DIRECTOR
Center for Environmental Research, Education & Outreach
Education
- Ph.D. Agricultural and Biological Engineering, 1995, Cornell University
- M.S. Agricultural Engineering, 1988, University of Idaho
- M.S. Land Use Planning, 1988. The Agricultural University of Wageningen
- B.S. Land Use Planning, 1985, The Agricultural University of Wageningen
GRADUATE STUDENTS
UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS
PAST MEMBERS
Ph.D. 2019 – 2025, Civil & Environmental Engineering
B.S. 2002 – 2006, Environmental Engineering
My research at WSU focused on characterizing precipitation in the Pacific Northwest through stable water isotope hydrology. I also applied systems science to map the support needed for the regenerative agriculture transformation underway in the food–agriculture sector, with a focus on the Intermountain West. In Pullman, I led data collection and laboratory processing of nutrient and flow data to support our team’s research and enhance public understanding of the South Fork Palouse Watershed.
Email: philip.moffatt@wsu.edu
Matt Yourek
Postdoctoral Research Associate – Washington State University
Ph.D. Civil and Environmental Engineering, Washington State University
M.S. Environmental Engineering from University of Idaho
B.S. Biological & Agricultural Engineering from University of Idaho
Past Research interests: My masters thesis and post-thesis research work at UI focused on water balance modeling of agricultural systems and the use of satellite imagery for improved cropping systems.
Current Research: My PhD research focuses on land suitability for cultivation, land use downscaling, and impact of water law and climate policy on land use in the Columbia River Basin.
Personal Interests: I enjoy hiking and working out. To relax I like to read, watch movies, spending time with friends, and listening to podcasts about current events and religion.
Ames Fowler
Postdoctoral Research Associate – Michigan State University
Ph.D. 2018 – 2021 Civil and Environmental Engineering, Washington State University
M.S. 2016 – 2018 Civil and Environmental Engineering, Washington State University
B.S. 2011 – 2015 Civil and Environmental Engineering, Seattle University
My research focused on the linkage between hydrologic modeling and the practical application of the results. I worked with distributed surface hydrology and erosion models for the Palouse region. I integrated the results of these models in a system dynamics environment in conversation with the Palouse Conservation District.
Email: fowler53@msu.edu
Mengqi Zhao
Earth Scientist at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
Ph.D. 2015 – 2020 Civil and Environmental Engineering, Washington State University
M.S. 2012 – 2015 Hydrology and Water Resources, Hohai University
B.S. 2008 – 2012 Hydrology and Water Resources Engineering, North China University of Water Resources and Electric Power
I joined the Watershed Lab in the PhD program and started to learn and develop analysis in the Soil Moisture Routing (SMR) Model for forest management in hydrologically sensitive areas. Also, I am focusing on developing integrative system dynamics models which are fed data from existing process models to support innovations of Food-Energy-Water systems in the Columbia River Basin.
Email: mengqi.zhao@wsu.edu
Galen Kornowske
M.S. Student
M.S. 2018 – present Civil and Environmental Engineering
B.S. 2013 – 2017 Bioresource Science and Engineering
My research involves analyzing groundwater samples for phosphorus content. I am trying to determine the source of phosphorus that is causing an increase in vegetation growth in Kalispell bay in Priest Lake. Once the source is identified I will be developing a method to prevent future phosphorus contamination.
Email: joseph.kornowske@wsu.edu
Christian Guzman
Ph.D 2016 Biological and Environmental Engineering, Cornell University
M.S. 2011 Biological and Environmental Engineering, Cornell University
B.S. 2009 Agricultural and Biological Engineering, University of Florida
As a postdoc in the Watershed Hydrology and Water Quality lab, I investigated isotope hydrology in the Inland Pacific Northwest. I also studied the overlap between hydrology, agriculture, energy, and sociology in the Food-Energy-Water Nexus in the Columbia River Basin. I am currently assistant professor in civil and environmental engineering at the University of Massachussets-Amherst.
Email: cdguzman(at)umass.edu
Website: cdavidguzman.com
UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANTS
Alex Rogel
B.S. Student in Civil Engineering
I graduated from WSU majoring in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Construction Engineering. My undergraduate research focuses on establishing cross-sectional /longitudinal streamflow monitoring of 18-Oxygen, 2-H (Deuterium, D) in the South Fork Palouse River Watershed. I am also learning about precipitation (rainfall/snowfall) characterization spatially, temporally and snow pack/snow melt isotope dynamics in the Inland Pacific Northwest and hydrological fluctuations in stable isotope composition at Cook Agricultural Farm.
Duncan Jurayj
Research Assistant 2023 – Washington State University
REU Student 2022 – Washington State University
Anna Lichterman
REU Student 2023 – Washington State University
Germain Esquivel Hernandez
Associate Professor at National University of Costa Rica
Docinade Ph.D. graduate (co-advised by Ricardo Sanchez-Murillo)
My research focuses on the analysis of climate variability, moisture transport mechanisms, and precipitation dynamics in the tropics. I have put a special emphasis on the analysis of climate variability and hydroclimatic conditions for Costa Rica to assess the significance of recent changes in the available water resources. High-altitude ecosystems like the Páramo, located mainly in the Talamanca range of Costa Rica, are studied using stable isotopes in precipitation and glacial lakes (from https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Germain_Esquivel_Hernandez).
Raul Rodriguez
B.S. Biology, Washington State University 2017
Assisting in establishing cross-sectional /longitudinal streamflow monitoring of 18-Oxygen, 2-H (Deuterium, D) in the South Fork Palouse River Watershed. I also investigate precipitation (rainfall/snowfall) characterization spatially, temporally and snow pack/snow melt isotope dynamics in the Inland Pacific Northwest.
Sam Ferguson
B.S. Student in Civil Engineering
I am currently a Senior at WSU majoring in Civil Engineering and my undergraduate research focus is on establishing cross-sectional /longitudinal streamflow monitoring of 18-Oxygen, 2-H (Deuterium, D) in the Missouri Flat Creek and Paradise Creek Watersheds.
Danielle Adams
M.S. Civil Engineering, 2015-2017. Washington State University
B.S. Civil Engineering, 2009, Washington State University
I am currently studying the spatio-temporal variations of topography-driven wind and its’ effects on evaporation at the Cook Agronomy Farm. Additionally, I am evaluating the effectiveness of the use a complementary flux principle to estimate evaporation in a semi-arid environment. Previous to my current research, I worked for the US Air Force as a environmental engineer focusing on environmental remediation efforts and compliance.
email: druffdj@wsu.edu
Jesus Policarpo
BS Student in Computer Science (Sophomore)
Hi! I’m a sophomore with Junior credits studying Spanish and Computer Science. I love science and most nerdy things, along with videogames and anime. I am hoping to get insight into research at WSU by participating on this study, and learn more
Marco Meza
B.S. student in Material Science Engineering
Transfer Sophomore at WSU pursuing a degree in Material Science and Engineering with a minor in Mathematics. Undergraduate research focused on measuring 18-O and 2-H in rainwater samples.
Alyssa Resurreccion
B.S. Student in Civil Engineering
Pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Environmental Engineering and a minor in French language. Undergraduate research focused on establishing cross-sectional longitudinal streamflow monitoring of 18-oxygen, 2-H in the Missouri Flat Creek, South Fork Palouse River, and Paradise Creek.