Observation meets imagination in the world of geomorphology. My passion lies in diving deep into fieldwork, where I observe, measure, and sample to explore the mysteries of landscapes. The ultimate question? How do these landscapes impact habitability across planetary surfaces, and what stories do they tell about the passage of geologic time? My journey has taken me from the Sahara and Arabia to Spain, and we are now gearing up for an expedition to the Nevada desert.

I utilize a rich tapestry of remotely sensed data. From drone flights that hover just above our landscapes, aerial photographs that provide a bird's-eye view, satellite images that capture vast expanses, and digital elevation models that reveal the beauty of landscapes of both Earth and Mars. This comprehensive approach empowers me to map, analyze, and truly comprehend the breadth and behavior of landscapes across different planetary bodies.

While satellite images and digital models provide a macro perspective, the true essence of a landscape often lies in its finer details. By utilizing thin-section techniques, I delve into the intricate realms of petrography and chemistry within collected rock samples. This microscopic journey reveals the potential origins of these rocks and illuminates the mechanisms behind their formation. Such insights are crucial for deciphering the stories of landscape evolution, be it the terrains we traverse on Earth or the distant plains of Mars.

By combining radiocarbon dating with optical luminescence dating, I aim to obtain more accurate dates and rates from ancient fluvial and lacustrine environments on Earth. This helps assess landscape evolution, primarily in arid zones. These Earthly insights then serve as analogs for Mars, aiding in our understanding of the duration of water-formed landscapes on other planetary bodies and the rates at which sedimentary processes occur.

Climate models are crucial in painting a comprehensive climatic picture of vast regions, shedding light on how the climate has shaped our landscapes. My research leverages these models across diverse areas, such as the Sahara and Arabia. The aim? To uncover the history of how past climates have intermittently transformed the Sahara-Arabia into a greener expanse.