The group focuses on observing and modeling coastal processes including beach evolution, cliff erosion, and nearshore waves.
Oceans and Atmosphere
Nearshore and Surf Zone Processes
The study of the interactions between the oceans and land and the processes that shape coastal features and transport sediment and other materials near coastlines.
Academics
Centers, Labs, and Programs
Specializing in estuarine and coastal processes with an interest in interdisciplinary projects that address how physics impacts important biological and chemical processes in the coastal environment.
Oceans and Atmosphere News
New research shows people, wildlife, and marine environment benefit when island-ocean connections are restored
A research and conservation collaboration highlights rewilding islands...
Reflections on COP27 from a First-Time Delegate
Denise Alcantara one of 20 UCSD students at international climate nego...
Historic Keeling Curve Observation Interrupted by Volcanic Eruption
Options for relocating measurement equipment being explored