Dr. Charlie Thompson

Associate Professor

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Biography

Charlie Thompson is a coastal scientist specializing in sediment dynamics. He is involved in transdisciplinary research focused on coasts and sediments, with a particular emphasis on applied policy-driven research. As a Lecturer in Coastal Processes, Charlie directs the Channel Coastal Observatory and leads the National Network of Regional Coastal Monitoring Programmes for England on behalf of Coastal Groups England and the Environment Agency. His research includes studies on bed roughness, bio-roughness interactions, and sediment transport exchanges. Current projects involve assessing crustacean habitat and sediment movement as it relates to coastal change, particularly in the fishing grounds of Selsey Bill. Charlie's work aims to improve our understanding of how sediment dynamics affect coastal processes, and he actively engages in various consultancy roles.

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Experience

Associate Professor

2008-01-01 — Present

University of Southampton • Southampton, England

Researching coastal dynamics and leading national monitoring programmes.