Turns out, research is not exactly what I thought it to be.  While some parts of the process did meet my expectations (the frustrations, grammar checks, meetings, etc.), there were moments that changed my understanding of conducting research.  The first realization I made was the value in having someone to contact for a specific issue. …

I began this summer with two goals: learn a coding language and use it to explore satellite data.  The research opportunity I have this summer with the Pittsburgh Water Collaboratory and Community Research Fellowship have been extremely supportive in helping me attain these goals.  In particular, the research done by my advisor, Dr. John Gardner,…

Water color as the human eye sees it is an inherent indicator for quality.  When one imagines a healthy body of water, the color blue comes to mind.  When they imagine a drinkable cup of water, it is clear of floating bits.  And if for some reason that imaginary cup of water was tainted by…