Russell Watkins
Geographer
University of Florida 
PO Box 110405
Gainesville, Florida 32611-0405
Phone: (352)392-6233
Fax(352)392-5113

rlw00@ufl.edu

Responsibilities

Application of geospatial and remote sensing techniques to coastal watershed assessment, management and planning. Creation of spatial databases and tools for recreational boating and waterway management projects. Development of educational materials and presentations of geospatial techniques for extension outreach. Preparation of coastal management plans and policy elements.

Specialties

• Passive and active remote sensing
• Sensor fusion research and development
• Geospatial database design
• Application of spatial statistics to landscape structure and composition
• Spatial analysis and digital mapping
• Growth management and land use planning
  

Education

PhD, Geography, University of Florida
MS, Geography, Oregon State University
BA, Geography, Florida Atlantic University