An applied climatologist with over 25 years of experience in atmospheric sciences, this expert specializes in wildfire–climate dynamics and regional climate variability analysis. Professional work focuses on evaluating climate drivers that influence wildfire behavior, fire weather patterns, ecosystem response, and environmental planning through observational data analysis, climate modeling, and applied meteorology.

This professional oversees a program dedicated to climate, ecosystem, and fire applications and has held a leadership role within a regional climate center, with responsibilities involving applied research coordination, operational climate services, and development of decision-support and data visualization tools supporting wildfire management and policy applications. Academic responsibilities include graduate-level teaching and mentorship in atmospheric sciences. The expert holds a Ph.D. in Atmospheric Sciences and has contributed to applied research and climate service initiatives addressing wildfire risk and ecosystem impacts.