Bio

Advisor and Program

Dr. Sankarasubramanian Arumugam
Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering, NC State University

About

I am a first-year Ph.D. student at North Carolina State University studying water resources, hydroclimate, and environmental systems. My research interests lie at the intersection of hydrology, climate variability, and data-driven modeling. I am particularly interested in understanding how climate extremes such as droughts and floods affect water and energy systems, and how advanced analytical tools can improve resilience and decision-making. My academic background in Earth and Environmental Engineering has provided me with training in hydrologic processes, environmental modeling, and quantitative analysis. As a doctoral student, I aim to develop innovative approaches that integrate machine learning, statistical methods, and physical understanding to address complex environmental challenges. Through my research, I hope to contribute to sustainable water resources management and climate adaptation while advancing scientific knowledge of hydroclimate risks and their societal impacts.

Research Interests

My research focuses on hydroclimate variability, drought and flood risk, and the interactions between water, energy, and climate systems. I am interested in applying machine learning, statistical analysis, and environmental modeling to improve prediction and understanding of climate-related extremes. Current interests include drought indicators, climate risk assessment, hydrologic forecasting, and resilience of critical resource systems under changing climate conditions. By combining data-driven methods with process-based understanding, I aim to develop tools that support sustainable water resources management and informed decision-making for environmental and societal challenges.