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Fluvial GeomorphologyFluvial geomorphology is the study of the physical form of rivers and the dynamic processes that shape them over time. Examples of questions that fluvial geomorphology aims to answer are: How do rivers transport water and sediment? How does the physical form of rivers relate to aquatic habitats? How do rivers evolve in response to human activities and climate change?
Urban RiversAs cities continue to expand, the urbanization of watersheds leads to many negative effects on rivers, including more frequent flooding, rapid erosion, poor water quality, and the deterioration of ecosystems. Dr. Elli Papangelakis' research team in the School of Earth, Environment & Society at McMaster University focuses on how urbanization impacts the geomorphic processes of rivers and, in turn, the challenges around urban river management. The aim is to to gain a better understanding of urban river processes through a combination of field-work, lab experiments, and modelling research projects. Projects also aim to develop and test novel approaches to better manage and rehabilitate urban rivers using the most advanced technology.
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Elli Papangelakis, PhD
Assistant Professor, Fairley Gadsby Research Chair in Fluvial Geomorphology Office: General Science Building, 231 Email: [email protected] Google Scholar - ResearchGate - X |
School of Earth, Environment & Society McMaster University 1280 Main St. West, Hamilton, ON 
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