Samuel Harrison Caldwell
About Samuel Harrison Caldwell
Samuel Harrison Caldwell is a hydrologist with extensive experience in groundwater monitoring and research. He currently works at the U.S. Geological Survey and has previously held positions at various educational institutions, contributing to projects involving UAV remote sensing and electromagnetic induction monitoring.
Work at U.S. Geological Survey
Samuel Harrison Caldwell has been employed as a Hydrologist at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) since 2018. He works in the Richmond, Virginia area, focusing on various hydrological projects. His role involves utilizing advanced techniques such as UAV remote sensing data and photogrammetry to enhance groundwater monitoring and characterization efforts.
Education and Expertise
Caldwell holds a Bachelor of Arts in Geology from Amherst College, where he studied from 2012 to 2016. He furthered his education with a Master of Science in Geology/Earth Science, Hydrogeology from Syracuse University, completing his studies in 2018. Additionally, he participated in a field course at the Indiana University Geologic Field Station in 2014, which contributed to his expertise in geological sciences.
Background
Caldwell's early career included various positions at Amherst College, where he worked in the Sports Information Office as both Graduation & Reunion Staff and as a Sports Information Department Assistant from 2013 to 2016. He also gained experience at Syracuse University as a Graduate Teaching Assistant and an NSF EMPOWER Trainee, enhancing his skills in education and research.
Research Projects and Initiatives
Caldwell has served as the Principal Investigator on a groundwater monitoring network project in Virginia Beach, Virginia. His research includes involvement in electromagnetic induction monitoring projects in Virginia Beach and the Eastern Shore. He also works on groundwater characterization, quality, and monitoring projects in Suffolk, Virginia, employing innovative techniques to advance hydrological studies.
Technical Skills and Methodologies
Caldwell utilizes UAV remote sensing data, including visual light, thermal infrared, and multispectral images, in his research. He employs photogrammetry techniques to support his hydrology projects, demonstrating his proficiency in integrating technology with hydrological research methodologies.