I am an Assistant Professor at the Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences at the University of Houston. I study cloud formation and turbulence and their roles in climate and climate change, using a hierarchy of approaches ranging from pencil-and-paper theory to comprehensive computer models to satellite and experimental observations. A cornerstone of my work is an emphasis on developing physical intuition using theory and idealized models. I then use the intuition to understand more complex phenomena in observations and comprehensive climate models and apply the improved understanding to address practical issues of societal importance. Recent topics of interest include cloud representation in climate models, arctic cloud feedback, human impacts on clouds, and hierarchical modeling.

In my free time, I enjoy a range of sports like soccer, MMA, basketball, swimming, and table tennis, though I admit my skills are more theoretical than practical. My unique twist on sports viewing involves a hot tub and a favorite drink. Beyond sports, I like reading literature and psychology.

See the story about me in the DOE/ARM news.