Gabriel Perez
About Gabriel Perez
Gabriel Perez is a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, specializing in numerical modeling of hydrological processes. He has extensive experience in research and teaching, having worked at institutions such as the University of Iowa and Vanderbilt University.
Current Work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Gabriel Perez is currently employed as a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory since 2023. His role involves conducting advanced research in hydrological processes, contributing to the laboratory's initiatives in climate change and water resource management.
Previous Experience at Vanderbilt University
Prior to his current position, Gabriel worked at Vanderbilt University as a Postdoctoral Researcher in Water Resources from 2019 to 2023. During this time, he focused on the numerical modeling of hydrological processes, enhancing the understanding of water resource dynamics.
Academic Background and Education
Gabriel Perez holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Hydraulics and Water Resources from the University of Iowa, which he completed from 2015 to 2019. He also earned a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Water Resources from Universidad Nacional de Colombia in 2014 and a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Civil Engineering from the same institution in 2012.
Research Specialization and Focus
Gabriel specializes in numerical modeling of hydrological processes, integrating stochastic processes theory into his research. His work primarily examines the interaction between rainfall and land surface processes, contributing to the broader understanding of hydrology and its implications for water resource management.
Early Career and Research Experience
Gabriel began his research career as a Junior Research Assistant at Universidad de Antioquía from 2010 to 2011. He later served as an Assistant Research Engineer at Universidad Nacional de Colombia from 2012 to 2014. Additionally, he worked as a Graduate Research and Teaching Assistant at the University of Iowa and IIHR—Hydroscience & Engineering from 2015 to 2019.