At the Coastal Geography & Terrain Analysis Lab, we aim to explore the interaction between nature and human activities along the coast. Located in Eastern North Carolina, within the U.S. coastal plain, our lab benefits from a unique outdoor setting where we investigate the ever-changing boundary between the ocean and the land.

We specialize in mapping, monitoring, and modeling the coastal environment better to understand erosion, accretion, and habitat composition. Our approach combines cutting-edge geospatial techniques with hands-on field observations to gather and process data. Through these efforts, we aim to uncover valuable insights into the dynamics of our coastal regions.

News

• Delanie Ipock interns at the Montegomery Botantical Center
  Congratulations to Delanie Ipock for receiving the Summer 2024 Internship at the Montgomery Botanical Center in Coral Gables, FL! Delanie … Continue reading Delanie Ipock interns at the Montegomery Botantical Center
• May 2024: Sugarloaf Island Restoration Project Update
  The Sugarloaf Island Restoration Project has successfully placed Wave Attenuation Devices (WADs) on the western shores and is now moving … Continue reading May 2024: Sugarloaf Island Restoration Project Update
• Monitoring Olivine Sand Placement Near Duck’s Oceanfront
  Vesta is placing olivine sand in the nearshore waters off Duck, N.C., from May to July 2024. This project pilots … Continue reading Monitoring Olivine Sand Placement Near Duck’s Oceanfront
• New publication in Anthropocene Coasts!
  Sirianni, H., Montz, B., Pettyjohn, S. Bluff retreat in North Carolina: harnessing resident and land use professional surveys alongside LiDAR … Continue reading New publication in Anthropocene Coasts!
• New publication in Scientific Data!
  Sirianni, H., Richter, J., Sirianni, M., Pettyjohn, S. (2024) Shoreline classification maps and ground truth data for the Neuse River … Continue reading New publication in Scientific Data!