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Xuefeng (Michael) Chu, Ph.D.
Research Scientist / Assistant Professor
Hydrology
 Watershed Hydrologic & Environmental Modeling
 Infiltration in Layered Soils Under Complex Rainfall Patterns
 Integrated Pesticide Transport Modeling (IPTM)
 Metal & Sediment Transport Modeling in a Coupled Stream-Wetland System
 Aquifer Characterization and Groundwater Modeling
For more information about Xuefeng, visit his faculty page.
 National Science Foundation
CAREER: Microtopography-Controlled Puddle-filling to Puddle-merging (P2P) Overland Flow Mechanism: Discontinuity, Variability, and Hierarchy
March 1, 2007 - February 28, 2012
The objectives of the research are to: (1) develop improved, multi-scale methods to quantify the puddle-filling and puddle-merging (P2P) overland flow process under control of microtopography, with focus on characterizing discontinuity, variability, and hierarchy of overland flow; (2) develop a P2P overland flow modeling system that integrates the new methods and modeling techniques in a user-friendly Windows interface; and (3) improve hydrology education at all levels by providing an interactive, education-enhanced P2P teaching-learning software.
Financial Support Opportunity: Research Assistantship
A research assistantship is available for a graduate student to pursue an M.S. degree with an emphasis in aquatic sciences. The student will join a hydrology program at the Annis Water Resources Institute, Grand Valley State University. The specific research involves quantification of overland flow, infiltration, and soil water movement. Prospective candidates should have a solid background in hydrology, soil physics, or a closely related science or engineering field. This RA will provide full financial support for the student. For preliminary consideration, applicants are invited to send their CV and a brief statement of research interests to Dr. Xuefeng Chu at chux@gvsu.edu.
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