Ph.D., University of California, Davis, 2002

Assistant Professor
Ecohydrology
; Hydrogeology; Wetland, river, and coastal ecosystem structure and function

mrains@cas.usf.edu

Office: SCA 531 (813-974-3310)
Lab: SCA 501 (813-974-7534)


Fax: 813-974-2654

Ecohydrology Research Group

I am an ecohydrologist, with B.A. and M.S. in ecology and a Ph.D. in hydrogeology. My research is focused on hydrological processes at the subsurface-surface-atmospheric interface, and on the roles that hydrological processes at the subsurface-surface-atmospheric interface play in governing ecosystem structure and function in wetland, river, estuary, and near-shore marine ecosystems. I approach all problems with an ecosystem perspective, but use tools typical to both ecology and hydrogeology to answer questions. My ultimate interest lies in the development and implementation of whole-system approaches to river and wetland ecosystem functional assessment, restoration, and management.

For more on my background and qualifications, please feel free peruse my website and/or download a copy of my curriculum vita.