Understanding Rivers, Extreme Events, and Their Impact on Ecosystems

Fluvial Geomorphology and Extreme Events Lab (Flugeelab) is a multidisciplinary research group dedicated to studying river systems and the forces that shape them. We investigate how natural processes, human activities, and extreme hydrological events, such as floods and droughts, influence river morphology, ecosystem health, and watershed resilience.

What We Study

River Dynamics:

Understanding channel formation, sediment transport, and river evolution.

Extreme Events

Investigating floods, droughts, and human-induced changes to predict river system responses.

Geospatial and Computational Methods

Using remote sensing, GIS, and machine learning to model river behavior and assess vulnerability.

Why Our Work Matters

Rivers are crucial for maintaining biodiversity, ensuring a stable water supply, supporting agriculture, and sustaining livelihoods.

By understanding their dynamics and vulnerabilities, Flugeelab contributes to preserving ecosystem services, informing policy, and supporting resilient communities.

Our research translates scientific insights into strategies for sustainable river management in the face of climate change and human pressures.

Meet The Flugeelab Team

  1. 2022 - Now
    Assistant Professor
    York University, Canada
  2. 2020 - 2022
    Postdoctoral Fellowship
    University of the Free State, Geography, Bloemfontein, South Africa

Join Us

We are committed to mentoring students and researchers through problem-driven projects, hands-on fieldwork, and advanced analytical methods.

Flugeelab equips emerging environmental scientists with the knowledge, skills, and tools to address river basin challenges and make meaningful contributions to sustainability.