Kevin Sparks
About Kevin Sparks
Kevin Sparks is a Research Associate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, specializing in the analysis of temporal patterns in urban environments. He has a background in Geographic Information Science and Climatology, with previous roles at Penn State University and NASA.
Work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Kevin Sparks has been employed at Oak Ridge National Laboratory as a Research Associate since 2015. In this role, he focuses on understanding the structure and origin of temporal patterns in urban environments. His work involves the analysis of open geosocial data, contributing to research that informs urban planning and environmental studies.
Previous Experience at Penn State University
Before joining Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Kevin Sparks worked at Penn State University from 2013 to 2015. He served as a Teaching Assistant and a Research Assistant during this time, gaining valuable experience in academic research and instruction in the State College, Pennsylvania area.
Internship at NASA
In 2011, Kevin Sparks completed a three-month internship at NASA's Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia. This experience provided him with insights into aerospace research and development, further enhancing his expertise in scientific research.
Education in Geographic Information Science
Kevin Sparks earned his Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) degree in Geographic Information Science and Climatology from Penn State University, studying from 2009 to 2013. He continued his education at the same institution, obtaining a Master's degree in Geographic Information Science from 2013 to 2015.